What are the responsibilities and job description for the Cath Lab Specialist - Norman Regional Health System position at Norman Regional Health System?
Career Overview
The Cath Lab CV Rad Technologist role at Norman Regional Health System involves preparing equipment, assessing patient conditions, and maintaining a sterile environment during cardiovascular procedures. This position requires strong collaboration with cardiologists and healthcare leadership. The ideal candidate will have completed a formal program in Radiologic Technology and possess certifications such as RCIS, with the expectation of maintaining BLS and ACLS certifications.
**Key Responsibilities:**
Serve as a preceptor for new hires and radiology students, and participate in the orientation of new staff. Utilize downtime effectively by stocking rooms, checking equipment, and other delegated tasks assigned by the Charge person or manager. Foster strong professional working relationships with physicians and leadership to facilitate excellent patient care.
**Qualifications and Education:**
Complete Cath Lab RT Orientation within 6 months. Achieve all competencies listed in department policy within 6 months. Hold a completion certificate from a 24-month formal program or military program in Radiologic Technology, eligible and/or current RCIS certification. Possess previous Procedural Area experience.
**Licensure and Certifications:**
American Registry of Radiologic Technology (ARRT) registration and/or RCIS certification. Cardiovascular (CV), Interventional Cardiology (CI), and/or Vascular Interventions (VI) certification preferred. Basic Life Support (BLS) training is required during orientation prior to providing patient care, and Current BLS certification must be maintained throughout employment. Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) training must be achieved within 6 months of hire and maintained throughout employment.
The Cath Lab CV Rad Technologist role at Norman Regional Health System involves preparing equipment, assessing patient conditions, and maintaining a sterile environment during cardiovascular procedures. This position requires strong collaboration with cardiologists and healthcare leadership. The ideal candidate will have completed a formal program in Radiologic Technology and possess certifications such as RCIS, with the expectation of maintaining BLS and ACLS certifications.
**Key Responsibilities:**
- Prepare equipment before and during procedures.
- Identify and assess patient condition.
- Maintain a sterile environment.
Serve as a preceptor for new hires and radiology students, and participate in the orientation of new staff. Utilize downtime effectively by stocking rooms, checking equipment, and other delegated tasks assigned by the Charge person or manager. Foster strong professional working relationships with physicians and leadership to facilitate excellent patient care.
**Qualifications and Education:**
Complete Cath Lab RT Orientation within 6 months. Achieve all competencies listed in department policy within 6 months. Hold a completion certificate from a 24-month formal program or military program in Radiologic Technology, eligible and/or current RCIS certification. Possess previous Procedural Area experience.
**Licensure and Certifications:**
American Registry of Radiologic Technology (ARRT) registration and/or RCIS certification. Cardiovascular (CV), Interventional Cardiology (CI), and/or Vascular Interventions (VI) certification preferred. Basic Life Support (BLS) training is required during orientation prior to providing patient care, and Current BLS certification must be maintained throughout employment. Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) training must be achieved within 6 months of hire and maintained throughout employment.
