CV Radiology Technologist - Cath Lab/IR - FT - Day

Position Status:

Full time

Shift:

First Shift (Days - Less than 12 hours per shift) (United States of America)

Hours per week:

40

Job Information
Exemption Status: Non-Exempt

A Brief Overview
Applies specialized cardiovascular radiologic knowledge and technical skills while performing diagnostic and interventional cardiac catheterization and structural heart procedures. Provides imaging and scrubbing support, monitors patient hemodynamic and clinical status, and communicates changes to the multidisciplinary Cath Lab team. Performs duties during regular work hours and participates in on-call coverage.

Education Qualifications

• High School Diploma / GED Required

Experience Qualifications

• 1 year Diagnostic radiology experience desired and demonstrated acceptable knowledge level of all diagnostic radiology procedures. Preferred
• Prior experience in an invasive cardiovascular or procedural setting (Cath Lab, IR, EP Lab). Preferred

Skills and Abilities

• Demonstrates effective use of equipment, time, and supplies to control costs. (Required proficiency)
• Maintains a positive attitude and demonstrates accountability and responsibility for actions. (Required proficiency)
• Exhibits strong communication skills and contributes effectively to a collaborative, team-based environment. (Required proficiency)
• Willingly accepts varied work assignments and demonstrates flexibility to meet departmental needs. (Required proficiency)

Licenses and Certifications

• Registered Technologist - ARRT Passage of ARRT(R) is required within 12 months of employment to maintain position. Required
• Licensed Radiology Technologist (LRT) - KSBHA Must have current Kansas license within 60 days of hire, or within 60 days of obtaining ARRT registry.
• Basic Life Support - BLS Required within 90 days of hire.
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support - ACLS Preferred

What you will do

• Performs imaging and scrubbing duties for cardiac catheterization procedures and peripheral arteriograms to include but not limited to: diagnostic coronary angiography, percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI), and right and left heart catheterizations.
• Assists with imaging support for structural heart and electrophysiology-related procedures as applicable to the Cath Lab.
• Operates fluoroscopy and hemodynamic monitoring equipment specific to cardiac and peripheral procedures.
• Prepares procedure rooms, equipment, and supplies to support Cath Lab workflows and emergency readiness.
• Maintains sterile technique, including proper prepping and draping of patients.
• Monitors patient hemodynamic and clinical status throughout procedures and promptly communicates changes to the care team.
• Utilizes appropriate imaging techniques, including positioning, angulation, coning, panning, and dose-reduction strategies to optimize image quality and minimize radiation exposure.
• Accurately documents procedural imaging and technologist responsibilities in the medical record.
• Participates in STEMI and emergent cardiac call rotation, responding within required timeframes.
• Provides age-appropriate care to school-aged through gerontological patients.
• Participates in departmental data collection, quality improvement, and performance improvement initiatives.
• Adheres to all departmental and organizational policies, including radiation safety and infection control standards.
• Maintains clean and orderly procedure rooms and work areas.
• Documents patient or device-related complications according to policy.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Required for All Jobs

• Complies with all policies, standards, mandatory training and requirements of Stormont Vail Health
• Performs other duties as assigned

Patient Facing Options

• Position is Patient Facing

Remote Work Guidelines

• Workspace is a quiet and distraction-free allowing the ability to comply with all security and privacy standards.
• Stable access to electricity and a minimum of 25mb upload and internet speed.
• Dedicate full attention to the job duties and communication with others during working hours.
• Adhere to break and attendance schedules agreed upon with supervisor.
• Abide by Stormont Vail’s Remote Worker Policy and will review and acknowledge the Remote Work Agreement annually.

Remote Work Capability

• On-Site; No Remote

Scope

• No Supervisory Responsibility
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• No Budget Responsibility No Budget Responsibility

Physical Demands

• Balancing: Occasionally 1-3 Hours
• Carrying: Occasionally 1-3 Hours
• Climbing (Ladders): Rarely less than 1 hour
• Climbing (Stairs): Rarely less than 1 hour
• Crawling: Rarely less than 1 hour
• Crouching: Rarely less than 1 hour
• Driving (Automatic): Rarely less than 1 hour
• Driving (Standard): Rarely less than 1 hour
• Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination: Frequently 3-5 Hours
• Feeling: Occasionally 1-3 Hours
• Grasping (Fine Motor): Occasionally 1-3 Hours
• Grasping (Gross Hand): Occasionally 1-3 Hours
• Handling: Occasionally 1-3 Hours
• Hearing: Occasionally 1-3 Hours
• Kneeling: Rarely less than 1 hour
• Lifting: Occasionally 1-3 Hours up to 25 lbs
• Operate Foot Controls: Occasionally 1-3 Hours
• Pulling: Occasionally 1-3 Hours up to 25 lbs
• Pushing: Occasionally 1-3 Hours up to 25 lbs
• Reaching (Forward): Occasionally 1-3 Hours up to 25 lbs
• Reaching (Overhead): Occasionally 1-3 Hours up to 25 lbs
• Repetitive Motions: Occasionally 1-3 Hours
• Sitting: Occasionally 1-3 Hours
• Standing: Occasionally 1-3 Hours
• Stooping: Occasionally 1-3 Hours
• Talking: Occasionally 1-3 Hours
• Walking: Occasionally 1-3 Hours

Physical Demand Comments:
• Must be able to transport patients by pushing a cart, wheelchair, or bed. • Must be able to stand wearing a lead apron during long procedures. • Must be able to respond to the hospital within 30 minutes for on-call and emergency procedures.

Working Conditions

• Burn: Rarely less than 1 hour
• Chemical: Rarely less than 1 hour
• Combative Patients: Occasionally 1-3 Hours
• Dusts: Rarely less than 1 hour
• Electrical: Rarely less than 1 hour
• Explosive: Rarely less than 1 hour
• Extreme Temperatures: Rarely less than 1 hour
• Infectious Diseases: Occasionally 1-3 Hours
• Mechanical: Rarely less than 1 hour
• Needle Stick: Rarely less than 1 hour
• Noise/Sounds: Occasionally 1-3 Hours
• Other Atmospheric Conditions: Rarely less than 1 hour
• Poor Ventilation, Fumes and/or Gases: Rarely less than 1 hour
• Radiant Energy: Occasionally 1-3 Hours
• Risk of Exposure to Blood and Body Fluids: Occasionally 1-3 Hours
• Risk of Exposure to Hazardous Drugs: Rarely less than 1 hour
• Hazards (other): Rarely less than 1 hour
• Vibration: Rarely less than 1 hour
• Wet and/or Humid: Rarely less than 1 hour

Stormont Vail is an equal opportunity employer and adheres to the philosophy and practice of providing equal opportunities for all employees and prospective employees, without regard to the following classifications: race, color, ethnicity, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, religion, national origin, citizenship, age, marital status, uniformed service, disability or genetic information. This applies to all aspects of employment practices including hiring, firing, pay, benefits, promotions, lateral movements, job training, and any other terms or conditions of employment.

Retaliation is prohibited against any person who files a claim of discrimination, participates in a discrimination investigation, or otherwise opposes an unlawful employment act based upon the above classifications.