What are the responsibilities and job description for the Cardiovascular Technologist position at Norman Regional Health System?
Company Overview:
Norman Regional Health System has established itself as a benchmark for workplace excellence. The organization is nestled in the Southern border of the Oklahoma City metro area and has an innovative cardiovascular program.
Salary:
$27.84-$45.46/hr based on previous work experience
Job Description:
The Cath Lab CV Rad Technologist at Norman Regional Health System is responsible for preparing equipment and providing patient care in a sterile environment during cardiovascular procedures. This role involves collaboration with a team of cardiologists and electrophysiologists, and the technologist serves as a mentor for new staff and students.
Responsibilities:
- Prepares equipment before and during procedures.
- Identifies and assesses patient condition.
- Prepares, positions and provides patient care.
- Establishes and maintains a sterile environment.
Professional Practice:
- Serves as preceptor for new hires and radiology students and participates in the orientation of new staff.
- Uses downtime appropriately by stocking rooms, checking equipment, and other delegated tasks by Charge person or manager.
- Maintains strong professional working relationship with the physicians and leadership to facilitate excellent patient care.
Qualifications:
- Complete Cath Lab RT Orientation within 6 months.
- Complete all competencies listed in department policy within 6 months.
- Education: Completion of 24 month formal program or military program of Radiologic Technology with American Registry of Radiologic Technologist eligible and/or current RCIS.
- Experience: Previous Procedural Area experience preferred.
- Licensure/Certification/Registration: American Registry of Radiologic Technology. Registered and/or RCIS. Cardiovascular (CV) or (CI) and/or (VI) certification preferred. Basic Life Support (BLS) training or re-training is required during orientation prior to providing patient care. Current Basic Life Support (BLS) is required to be maintained thru re-training for duration of employment. ACLS training must be achieved within 6 months of hire and maintained through duration of employment.
Required Skills and Qualifications:
- Graduate of an accredited Radiographic Program or Graduate of an accredited Cardiovascular Program
- One year of experience working in a Cath Lab preferred
- Registered as a Radiographer with the American Registry of Radiological Technologist - ARRT or Registration from the Cardiovascular Credentialing International – RCIS
- BLS Certification within 6 months of hire
- ACLS Certification within 6 months of hire
Benefits:
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Short-term disability
- Long-term disability
- Life insurance
- Paid time off (PTO)
- Paid holidays
- Tuition reimbursement
- Scholarship opportunities
- Retirement plans
- Free parking
- Opportunities for advancement
Key Responsibilities:
This role requires the ability to work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team of healthcare professionals to provide high-quality patient care. The successful candidate will possess strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively communicate complex information to patients, families, and colleagues. Additionally, this position requires the ability to maintain accurate and detailed records, adhere to strict safety protocols, and remain up-to-date with the latest advancements in cardiovascular technology and procedures.
Salary : $28 - $45
