Cardiac Catheterization Interventional Radiology Technologist

About the Role

Assists with procedures to analyze, diagnose, and treat the cardiovascular system. Performs specialized imaging procedures such as angio, complex vascular and nonvascular, neuro interventional, and therapeutic procedures, along with assisting the Radiologist/PA.

Responsibilities

• Must work at least 30% of FTE in secondary modality to be eligible for a Multiple Modality job.
• Prepares patients for procedures, reviews medical history, positions patients, and cleans/shaves/numbs testing sites as appropriate.
• Interprets, describes, and reports test results; recognizes recording errors and artifacts and reacts appropriately.
• Prepares and maintains equipment, supplies, and lab area; ensures equipment is properly functioning and reports potential problems or malfunctions.
• Locks/tag out equipment if appropriate and assists in maintaining a clean and orderly department.
• Prepares and administers contrast media and medications within the accepted scope of practice and applicable state and federal regulations.
• Observes patient during procedure and reports abnormal activity.
• Monitors protocols and recommends updates or refinements as warranted.
• Follows radiation safety procedures and guidelines; ensures all activities comply with regulatory agency standards.
• May perform point of care testing according to policies and procedures.
• Works in a constant state of alertness and safe manner.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Completion of a Radiology or Cardiovascular Technology program.
• ARRT-R credential.
• Cross training is available.

Qualifications

Education

• Completion of a Cardiovascular or Radiology Technology program.

Certifications

State of Work Location:

• Illinois:
  • Basic Life Support HealthCare Provider (BLS HCP) - American Heart Association (AHA)
  • Advanced Life Support (ALS) - American Heart Association (AHA)
  • Radiologic Technologists - Illinois Emergency Management Agency (IEMA) or Radiologic Technologists – Temporary Accreditation - Illinois Emergency Management Agency (IEMA)
  • ARRT-R Radiography - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)
• Missouri, Oklahoma:
  • Basic Life Support HealthCare Provider (BLS HCP) - American Heart Association (AHA)
  • Advanced Life Support (ALS) - American Heart Association (AHA)
  • ARRT-R Radiography - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)
• Wisconsin:
  • Basic Life Support HealthCare Provider (BLS HCP) - American Heart Association (AHA)
  • Advanced Life Support (ALS) - American Heart Association (AHA)
  • ARRT-R Radiography - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)
  • Radiographer, Licensed - Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services

Physical Requirements

• Constant standing and walking.
• Frequent use of vision and depth perception for distances near (20 inches or less) and far (20 feet or more).
• Frequent use of hearing and speech to share information through oral communication.
• Frequent use of hearing to distinguish body sounds and/or hear alarms, malfunctioning machinery, etc.
• Frequent lifting/carrying and pushing/pulling objects weighing 0-25 lbs.
• Frequent lifting/moving of patients.
• Frequent reaching, gripping, and keyboard use/data entry.
• Occasional lifting/carrying and pushing/pulling objects weighing 25-50 lbs.
• Occasional use of vision to identify and distinguish colors.
• Occasional bending, stooping, squatting, twisting, and repetitive foot/leg and hand/arm movements.
• Rare kneeling and sitting.

Pay

Pay Range: $30.93 - $46.40 per hour. SSM Health values the skills and talents that each team member brings to our organization. Compensation for this role is based on a variety of components including relevant experience, labor market, and other qualifications.

Schedule

• Full time, day shift.
• Scheduled weekly hours: 40.

Benefits

• Paid Parental Leave: One week of paid parental leave for newborns or newly adopted children (pro-rated based on FTE).
• Flexible Payment Options: Voluntary benefit through DailyPay offers eligible hourly team members instant access to their earned, unpaid base pay before payday (fees may apply).
• Upfront Tuition Coverage: Upfront tuition coverage through FlexPath Funded for eligible team members.
• Sign-on bonus available for qualified applicants.
• Relocation assistance available for qualified applicants.