Cardiac Cath Lab Radiologic Technologist

About the role

Tufts Medical Center offers a unique opportunity to work in an environment that combines academic excellence with high-acuity cardiovascular care. The Cath Lab is known for its innovative approaches and cutting-edge procedures, offering a wide range of interventional cardiac procedures.

Responsibilities

• Evaluates physical conditions related to blood flow and pressure in the coronary arteries and heart chambers using specialized imaging and other diagnostic techniques.
• Performs interventional cardiac procedures on assigned patients according to department and hospital policies and procedures.
• Operates complex and sophisticated equipment related to cardiology procedures according to guidelines and standards.
• Verifies and performs correct imaging protocol, steps, procedures, and equipment parameters for each patient as required.
• Assists during interventional cardiac procedures on patients as assigned according to policy and cardiovascular standards.
• Operates equipment and devices to monitor and record hemodynamic and physiologic values using Cath Lab Computer systems.
• Maintains supply stock and requests stock to be ordered when necessary.
• Communicates with other staff/departments to coordinate care of patients.
• Participates in ongoing education and training.
• Monitors and records hemodynamic and physiologic values using Cath Lab Computer systems.
• Ensures patient and staff safety for equipment used.
• Participates in on-call rotation as required.

Requirements

• Minimum Qualifications: Associate Degree in Radiology, Radiologic Technologist Certification (ARRT), Radiologic Technologist state license or license eligible, Basic Life Support Certification, ACLS Certification, Two (2) years of experience as an Interventional Cardiovascular Technologist.
• Duties and Responsibilities: Independently assist during interventional cardiac procedures on patients as assigned according to policy and cardiovascular standards. Comply with safety, infection control, and environmental control policies and procedures for the department. Operate complex and sophisticated equipment related to cardiology procedures according to guidelines and standards. Verify and perform correct imaging protocol, steps, procedures, and equipment parameters for each patient as required. Perform first assist using appropriate sterile techniques. Ensure patient and staff safety for equipment used. Participate in ongoing education and training. Monitor and record hemodynamic and physiologic values using Cath Lab Computer systems. Perform quality control on equipment and devices as required. Communicate with other staff/departments to coordinate care of patients. Maintain supply stock and request stock to be ordered when necessary. Keep all work areas clean and functional according to DPH and The Joint Commission. Participate in on-call rotation as required.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of interventional cardiac equipment, examinations, and procedures.
• Knowledge of radiation safety protocols.
• Good communication skills.
• Good customer service skills.
• Ability to organize and set priorities.
• Ability to work independently.

Skills & Abilities

• Knowledge of interventional cardiac equipment, examinations, and procedures.
• Knowledge of radiation safety protocols.
• Good communication skills.
• Good customer service skills.
• Ability to organize and set priorities.
• Ability to work independently.

Benefits

• Generous PTO package with 30 days off to recharge and enjoy life outside of work.
• Career growth opportunities through Tech II and Tech III advancement pathways, recognizing the development of advanced skills and competencies.
• Retirement match with immediate 100% vesting in your contributions — your future starts building right away.

Pay

The base pay range for this role is $44.17 - $56.32. Individual offers are determined using a comprehensive approach that considers relevant experience, certifications, education, skills, and internal equity to ensure compensation is fair, consistent, and aligned with our business goals. Beyond base pay, Tufts Medicine provides a comprehensive Total Rewards package that supports your health, financial security, and career growth.