Interventional Tech Cardiac Cath, Full-time, Day

About the Role

To provide for the needs of patients of varying ages, their family, and physicians by performing a variety of patient care tasks and procedures in accordance with licensure, certification, and regulatory requirements. This role operates in a high-volume Cardiac Catheterization Lab specializing in diagnostic and interventional cardiac procedures, including coronary angiography, percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI), and structural heart interventions. The lab performs advanced, minimally invasive, catheter-based procedures under fluoroscopic guidance to diagnose and treat cardiovascular disease.

The team collaborates closely with interventional cardiologists, registered nurses, and multidisciplinary staff to ensure efficient workflow and high-quality patient care. Technologists practice at the top of their licensure and receive comprehensive on-the-job training alongside experienced preceptors to build competence and confidence.

• Basic Arrhythmia Recognition (BAR) education
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification
• Participation in on-call coverage and prompt response to emergency cases

Responsibilities

• Perform patient care tasks and procedures involving ionizing radiation for cardiac, neuro, and vascular procedures.
• Operate sensitive equipment to produce recordings and perform tests requiring placement of equipment in sensitive areas.
• Demonstrate effective interactive and communication skills (verbal, written, presentation).
• Work accurately and pay attention to details, often shifting between tasks without loss of efficiency or composure.
• Function competently in stressful situations and adapt to a changing work environment related to patient needs, including acute, chronic, and complex disease processes.
• Collaborate within the healthcare system, with patients, family members, and multidisciplinary team members (e.g., physicians, respiratory, diagnostic imaging, lab).
• Use critical thinking and clinical reasoning skills to problem-solve and deliver care.

Requirements

• Two years of formal radiologic technology training in a school approved by the Council on Education of the American Medical Association.
• Successful completion of the Association's examination and/or formal training in Cardiovascular Technology.
• Previous practical experience as a staff Radiologic Technologist and/or Cardiovascular Technician.
• Certification from the State of New Jersey X-ray Technician Board of Examiners (ARRT certification preferred).
• CPR certification and unit-based orientation.
• Knowledge of anatomy, physiology, and risk factors.
• Physical dexterity to operate sensitive medical equipment.

Skills

• Effective communication (verbal, written, and presentation).
• Ability to work accurately and multitask in a dynamic environment.
• Competence in high-stress situations and adaptability to changing patient needs.
• Collaboration with multidisciplinary teams.
• Critical thinking and clinical reasoning for problem-solving.

Benefits

• Medical, prescription, dental, and vision coverage (Full Time/Part Time Employees).
• Group Term Life Insurance and AD&D (Full Time Employees).
• Flexible Spending Accounts and Commuter Benefit Plans.
• Supplemental Voluntary Benefits (e.g., short-term and long-term disability, whole life insurance, legal support).
• 6 Paid Holidays, Paid Time Off (varies), Wellness Time Off, Extended Illness.
• Retirement Plan.
• Tuition Assistance.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Valley Health LifeStyles Fitness Center Membership Discount.
• Day Care Discounts for various facilities.

Pay

Pay Range: $45.52 - $56.90 per hour. Actual individual salaries vary depending on role, experience, education, and licensure.

Schedule

Day shift at The Valley Hospital in Paramus, United States of America.