Radiology Technologist - Cardiac Catheterization Lab (20 Hours)

Essential Responsibilities / Duties

• Utilizes knowledge of A/P and cardiac procedures to document in appropriate clinical systems appropriately and carefully to include but not limited to: flushing of sheaths & maintaining sheath integrity to ensure proper homeostasis; introducing catheters into vessel structures consistent with current CDIC standard operating procedures; obtaining hemodynamic and angiographic data by operating transducer and manifold.
• Aids in the operation of mechanical atherectomy, thrombectomy, and intravascular lithotripsy devices.
• Under direct order of physician, positions, inflates, and deflates balloons and stents inside the vessels. Assists with all balloons, catheters, sheaths, and wire exchanges.
• Expected to demonstrate and perform proper post arterial and venous access care and management (e.g., mechanic closure devices and/or manual compression).
• Conveys pertinent patient history to the physician in a manner consistent with current pre and post care policies.
• Captures all documentation required for all procedures in appropriate clinical systems according to standards. Maintains accuracy of database and ensures all patients and procedures are recorded accurately in said database.
• Verifies procedure log is accurate and assists MD with procedure reports.

Equipment

• Knowledgeable about and can operate complex and sophisticated equipment related to Cardiac Catheterizations and Interventions.
• Ability to operate electronic equipment to properly monitor patients’ heart rhythm, blood pressure, and hemodynamics during procedures.
• Prepares and assists MD with radiographic equipment including but not limited to Impella, IABP, Angio jet, ACT machine, Hemochron, OCT, IVUS, RFR, IFR, FFR, Cath works, CSI, and IVL etc.
• Demonstrates ability to properly care for and troubleshoot Cardiac Cath lab equipment according to manufacturer instructions.
• Maintain up to date quality control for radiation safety and participate in annual radiation safety in-services.

Job Requirements

• Graduate of accredited Radiologic Technology Program.
• BLS and ACLS.
• Current RCIS (Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist), ARRT (C1), or equivalent certification or achieved within 2 years of employment.
• Minimum of 1 year of Cardiac Cath Lab or interventional experience.
• Proficiency in advanced hemodynamics, device management, and coronary interventions strongly preferred.
• Prior experience assisting in high-acuity interventions (IABP, Impella, Swan-Ganz) strongly preferred.
• Willing to train the right candidate.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs)

• Strong knowledge of coronary anatomy, interventional devices, and procedural techniques strongly preferred.
• Ability to anticipate physician needs and respond quickly in critical situations.
• Excellent communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills.
• High level of technical competency with imaging systems, intraprocedural monitoring, and arterial and venous access management strongly preferred.
• Flexibility with varied start times required.
• Weekday and Weekend call rotation required.

Compensation

Compensation Range: $45.08 - $66.99

This range offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications. However, our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and a broad range of factors is considered when making an offer. This includes education, experience, and licensure/certifications directly related to position requirements. In addition, BMCHS offers generous total compensation that includes, but is not limited to, benefits (medical, dental, vision, pharmacy), contract increases, Flexible Spending Accounts, 403(b) savings matches, earned time cash out, paid time off, career advancement opportunities, and resources to support employee and family wellbeing.