What are the responsibilities and job description for the Cath Lab Imaging Specialist position at Norman Regional Health System?
Norman Regional Health System Overview
Norman Regional Health System has emerged as a beacon of workplace excellence, offering a comprehensive range of benefits and opportunities for growth. As a leader in cardiovascular care, we strive for exceptional patient outcomes.
Our innovative cardiovascular program boasts a team of experienced professionals, including nine cardiologists and two electrophysiologists. This dynamic team works together to provide top-notch patient care, collaborating closely with radiology students and new hires to ensure seamless transitions.
We take pride in our accreditation achievements, having received the following recognitions:
- 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
Cath Lab CV Rad Technologist Role
This critical role involves preparing and maintaining equipment, ensuring a sterile environment, and supporting a team of cardiologists while mentoring new staff. Responsibilities include:
- Preparing equipment before and during procedures.
- Assessing patient condition, preparing, positioning, and providing patient care.
- Maintaining a sterile environment.
- Participating in the orientation of new staff.
- Maintaining strong professional relationships with physicians and leadership to facilitate excellent patient care.
Qualifications and Certifications
To succeed in this position, you must possess:
- A completion of 24-month formal program or military program of Radiologic Technology with American Registry of Radiologic Technologist eligibility and/or current RCIS certification.
- Previous procedural area experience is preferred.
- American Registry of Radiologic Technology registration as a Registered and/or RCIS. Cardiovascular (CV) or (CI) and/or (VI) certification is preferred.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) training or re-training required during orientation prior to providing patient care.
- Current Basic Life Support (BLS) maintenance through re-training throughout employment. ACLS training must be achieved within 6 months of hire and maintained through duration of employment.
