Cardiac Cath Lab Radiology Tech

Community First Medical Center•Chicago, IL

23d

About The Position

This opportunity is for Mon-Fri.- full time days and some call. 3K Hire On Bonus Performs a variety of technical tasks involved in operating radiographic/x-ray equipment and making radiographs of designated parts of the body. Assists in all invasive procedures performed in the Cardiac Cath Lab and/or Special Procedures/Electrophysiology lab. The staff in this position will work as part of a team with physician, registered nurses, and cardiovascular technicians.

Requirements

1+ to 3 years in Cath Lab/Special Procedure, Electrophysiology preferred
Graduation from an approved program in Radiology Technology
BLS, Current Licensure in the State of Illinois,
Current Registration by ARRT and IEMA, are required.
Ability to speak and write English to the extent necessary for safe and efficient performance of the job.

Nice To Haves

ACLS and ECG are preferred.

Responsibilities

Demonstrates responsibility for x-ray equipment in all diagnostic and interventional procedures.
Adjusts equipment for proper radiographic exposure techniques in accordance with radiation safety guidelines.
Positions patients for certain anatomical view using immobilization and protective equipment as necessary.
Accurately processes images, matched with appropriate labels and information for interpretation.
Daily responsibility for checking that all procedures were properly transmitted and archived.
Functions as a scrub person and a procedure table for all diagnostic and interventional procedures
Functions as a monitor person in all diagnostic and interventional procedures.
Rotates calls for all emergency and add-on procedures.
Demonstrates understanding of radiation safety and sterile techniques.
Performs other related duties as assigned.