What are the responsibilities and job description for the Cath Lab CV Rad Technologist position at Norman Regional Health System?
Cath Lab CV Rad Technologist - RCIS at Norman Regional Health System
The Cath Lab CV Rad Technologist performs essential duties in providing patient care during cardiovascular procedures while maintaining a sterile environment. This role involves preparing equipment, assessing patient conditions, and collaborating with a skilled team of cardiologists and electrophysiologists.
Norman Regional Health System has emerged as a beacon of workplace excellence. The hospital system is nestled at the Southern border of the Oklahoma City metro area and has an innovative cardiovascular program.
We are looking for caring knowledgeable Registered Technologists to expand our cardiovascular program. Our new state-of-the-art Critical Care Tower will feature three Cath Lab suites, one Electrophysiology suite, one Hybrid suite, two treatment rooms, and seventeen Same Day Surgery rooms.
Our team includes nine cardiologists and two electrophysiologists. We have received numerous awards for our cardiology services, including:
- 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 relationships 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 a 24-month formal program or military program of Radiologic Technology with American Registry of Radiologic Technologist eligibility 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 required during orientation prior to providing patient care. Current BLS required to be maintained through re-training for duration of employment.
- Advanced Life Support (ACLS) training must be achieved within 6 months of hire and maintained through duration of employment.
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
