What are the responsibilities and job description for the Cath Lab CV Rad Technologist position at Norman Regional Health System?
The Cath Lab CV Rad Technologist plays a pivotal role in the innovative cardiovascular program by preparing and managing equipment during procedures, ensuring a sterile environment, and providing compassionate patient care. This position involves collaboration with a team of cardiologists and requires the maintenance of necessary certifications to uphold high standards of patient care. Opportunities for growth and benefits, such as tuition reimbursement and health insurance, are available within this supportive community hospital system.
Overview
Norman Regional Health System has emerged as a beacon of workplace excellence. The system is a community hospital nestled at the Southern border of the Oklahoma City metro area. It has an innovative cardiovascular program and is seeking a caring, knowledgeable Registered Technologist to expand the program. The system will soon be moving to its new state-of-the-art Critical Care Tower, which will feature three Cath Lab suites, one Electrophysiology suite, one Hybrid suite, two treatment rooms, and seventeen Same Day Surgery rooms. The team consists of nine cardiologists and two electrophysiologists.
Awards
- American College of Cardiology Chest Pain Center with PCI and Resuscitation Accreditation
- American College of Cardiology NCDR Registry Gold Award
- Women's Choice Award in Heart Care
- Intersocietal Accreditation Commission (IAC) Echo Accreditation
- American Association Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Rehabilitation (AACVPR) Accreditation
Responsibilities
- Prepares equipment before and during procedures.
- Identifies and assesses patient condition, prepares, positions, and provides patient care.
- Establishes and maintains a sterile environment.
- 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 a 24-month formal program or military program of Radiologic Technology with American Registry of Radiologic Technologist eligibility and/or current RCIS registration.
Experience
Previous Procedural Area experience preferred.
Licensure/Certification/Registration/etc.
Registered and/or RCIS registered with the American Registry of Radiologic Technology. Cardiovascular (CV), Coronary Interventions (CI), or Vascular Interventional (VI) certification preferred. Basic Life Support (BLS) training or re-training required during orientation prior to providing patient care. Current BLS required to be maintained through re-training for duration of employment. ACLS training must be achieved within 6 months of hire and maintained throughout employment.
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
- Basic Life Support
- Advanced Life Support within 6 months of hire
Compensation
- $27.84-$45.46/hr based on previous work experience
- Benefits include 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, and opportunities for advancement
Salary : $28 - $45
