IR/Cat/EP Technician, Cardiac Catheterization Lab, Part-Time, (35 Hour Week), Days

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Company:

Marin General Hospital dba MarinHealth Medical Center

Compensation Range:

$65.15 - $90.75

Work Shift:

10 Hour (days) (United States of America)

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

35

Job Description Summary:

The purpose of this role is to provide for the care needs of patients undergoing a diagnostic radiologic procedure in the Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory (CCL). This role has limited responsibilities during complex interventional CCL procedures. This care member assists the procedural cardiologist with all aspects of radiology procedures, as well as assisting in an aseptic manner with the intervention itself. The CCL Technologist works collaboratively with the CCL registered nurse, each within his/her own level of licensure.

Job Requirements, Prerequisites and Essential Functions:

Job Specifications:

Education:

• High school graduate or equivalent. Completion of formal radiological technology training in an AMA approved school, or B.A. or A.A. degree in radiological technology.

Experience:

• Minimum of two years experience in a Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory required.
• Some experience performing complex interventional procedures in CCL preferred.

License and Certifications:

• Radiologic Technologist (CRT) required at hire.
• Radiology Fluoroscopy (RHF) required at hire.
• American Register of Rad Techs (ARRT) required at hire.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) required at hire.
• Integrative Agitation Management (IAMTAC) Required within 30 days of hire.

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Prerequisite Skills:

• Must possess technical ability to perform all diagnostic procedures outlined in Department Procedure Manual.
• Extensive knowledge of radiographic coronary anatomy and physiology.
• Ability to adjust to rapidly changing technology.
• Must possess above-average tact and ability to effectively work with patients, physicians, other hospital personnel and the public.
• Must be able to communicate and work effectively with patients who may be under emotional stress.
• Must be willing to participate in ongoing education programs through appropriate organizations, such as ARRT or other local, state or national organizations advocating continuing education.
• Works with minimal supervision.

Primary Customer Served (Age Specific Criteria):

​(X) Infants: Birth up to 1 year

(X) Toddlers: 1 up to 3 years

(X) Preschool Children: 3 up to 6 years

(X) School Age Children: 6 up to 12 years

(X) Adolescents: 12 up to 18 years

(X) Early Adults: 18 up to 45 years

(X) Middle Adults: 45 up to 61 years

(X) Late Adults: 61 up to 80 years

(X) Late, Late Adults: 80 years and up

• Employees in this position must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care and/or service based on the physical, psycho/social, educational, safety, and related criteria appropriate to the age of the patients served in his/her assigned service area.

Patient Privacy (HIPAA Compliance):

• Employees in this position have access to protected health information. The protected health information a person in this position can access includes demographics, date of service, insurance/billing, medical record summary information, and all other information that may be contained in patient records. This position requires patient health information to perform the functions outlined as part of this position description.

Duties And Responsibilities:

Works independently with minimal direct supervision. Works very closely with the procedural cardiologist. Works with highly confidential patient information.

Essential (Not Modifiable)

• Demonstrates knowledge of aseptic technique; sets up sterile field, assembles necessary supplies and equipment for each case, assists the physician during procedures; adding and deleting supplies on sterile field.
• Assists the procedural Radiologist with the performance of diagnostic procedures as outlined in the Department Procedure Manual.
• Has limited abilities to assist with the more complex interventional procedures which include Chemo Embolizations, Vascular Embolizations, Kyphoplasties, Cryoablations; balloon angioplasty, Stent Placements, Y90 Treatments, CT Drainages, Chest tube placements, among a hundred other less complex procedures. Troubleshoots equipment and offers technical assistance (ie. Ultrasound, Fluoro, and CT) to determine and communicate non-function of equipment, and assist with service personnel.
• Keeps abreast of current department procedures.
• Uses supplies and other resources in a cost conscious manner.
• Recognizes need for and utilizes special techniques when working with patients in restraints, etc.
• Demonstrates awareness of learning needs and maintains competencies. Attends ongoing educational training in order to maintain and expand knowledge and skills.
• Performs special projects or duties pertinent to the Interventional Department at the request of the Manager or Director of Radiology /Interventional Lab.

Secondary (Modifiable)

• Performs special projects or duties pertinent to Interventional Department at the request of the Manager or Director of Interventional Lab.
• All other duties as assigned.

Accommodation:

Qualified applicants with disabilities may request reasonable accommodation during the application process by contacting Human Resources at 415-925-7040 or [email protected].

 

C.A.R.E.S. Standards:

MarinHealth seeks candidates ready to model our C.A.R.E.S. standards—Communication, Accountability, Respect, Excellence, Safety—which foster a healing, trust-based environment for patients and colleagues.

 

Health & Immunizations:

To protect employees, patients, and our community, MarinHealth requires measles, mumps, varicella, and annual influenza immunizations as a condition of employment (and annually thereafter). COVID-19 vaccination/booster remains strongly recommended. Medical or religious exemptions will be considered consistent with applicable law.

 

Compensation:

The posted pay range complies with applicable law and reflects what we reasonably expect to pay for this role. Individual pay is set by skills, experience, qualifications, and internal/market equity, consistent with MarinHealth’s compensation philosophy. Positions covered by collective bargaining agreements are governed by those agreements.

 

Equal Employment:

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status or disability status, and any other classifications protected by federal, state, and local laws.