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 crucial role in preparing and assisting during cardiovascular procedures while maintaining a sterile environment. This position requires strong collaboration with cardiologists and electrophysiologists, as well as training new staff and maintaining professional relationships to ensure high-quality patient care. Candidates must possess appropriate certifications and complete required orientations within a designated timeframe to ensure competency in their role.
Overview
Norman Regional Health System has emerged as a beacon of workplace excellence. Our innovative cardiovascular program is seeking a caring and knowledgeable Registered Technologist to expand our team.
We will soon be moving to our 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. We work closely with a team 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.
- 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 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/Etc.
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.
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
Keywords:
Cath Lab, CV Rad Technologist, cardiovascular program, radiologic technology, patient care, RCIS, radiology, healthcare, sterile environment, medical imaging
Salary : $28 - $45