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 - RCIS prepares equipment and provides patient care in a state-of-the-art cardiovascular program. Responsibilities include maintaining a sterile environment, assessing patient conditions, and supporting new staff training.
Overview:
Norman Regional Health System has emerged as a beacon of workplace excellence. With an innovative cardiovascular program, we are seeking a caring and knowledgeable Registered Technologist to expand our services.
We will soon be moving to our new state-of-the-art Critical Care Tower, featuring three Cath Lab suites, one Electrophysiology suite, one Hybrid suite, two treatment rooms, and seventeen Same Day Surgery rooms.
Awards and Accreditations:
- 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, preparing, positioning, and providing patient care.
- Establishes and maintains a sterile environment.
- Professional Practice:
- Serves as preceptor for new hires and radiology students.
- Participates in the orientation of new staff.
- Uses downtime appropriately by stocking rooms, checking equipment, and other delegated tasks.
- 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 in Radiologic Technology with American Registry of Radiologic Technologist eligibility and/or current RCIS certification.
Experience:
Previous Procedural Area experience is preferred.
Licensure/Certification/Registration/Etc:
American Registry of Radiologic Technology: Registered and/or RCIS certified, with Cardiovascular (CV), (CI), or (VI) certification preferred. Basic Life Support (BLS) training required during orientation prior to patient care, with current BLS certification required for employment duration. 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 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 per hour 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
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Salary : $28 - $45
