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 prepares and operates equipment during cardiovascular procedures, ensuring patient care and maintaining a sterile environment. This role involves collaboration with a team of cardiologists, serving as a preceptor for new staff, and requires specific certifications in Radiologic Technology and emergency care.
Overview
Norman Regional Health System has emerged as a beacon of workplace excellence. We have an innovative cardiovascular program and are seeking a caring and knowledgeable Registered Technologist 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.
Awards
- ACC Chest Pain Center with PCI and Resuscitation Accreditation
- ACC NCDR Registry Gold Award
- Women's Choice Award in Heart Care
- IAC Echo Accreditation
- AACVPR Accreditation
Responsibilities
- Prepare equipment before and during procedures.
- Identify and assess patient condition. Prepare, position, and provide patient care.
- Maintain a sterile environment.
- Professional Practice
- Serve as preceptor for new hires and radiology students and participate in the orientation of new staff.
- Use downtime appropriately by stocking rooms, checking equipment, and other delegated tasks by Charge person or manager.
- Maintain 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 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
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 Technologist, Radiologic Technology, Patient Care, Cardiovascular Procedures, Medical Equipment, American Registry of Radiologic Technologists, Healthcare Careers, Advanced Life Support, BLS Certification
Salary : $28 - $45
