Cardiac Cath. Tech. II

University Medical Center of El Paso • El Paso, TX

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About The Position

Performs a wide range of cardiac interventional procedures using X-rays and angiograms, and assists cardiovascular physicians by inserting small catheters through needles to diagnose cardiac disease and assess heart functionality. The role requires knowledge of Joint Commission (TJC) and radiology standards. The technologist assists in developing and monitoring department-specific systems and coordinating activities to improve patient-care quality in the Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory. The position uses prior experience to support development of a laboratory performance improvement program, applies data analysis for benchmarking, and collaborates with the Cardiovascular Medical Director on performance-improvement data collection and presentation.

Requirements

• Two years of experience in Cardiac Catheterization, Interventional Radiology, or Neuro Intervention.
• Medical Radiologic Technologist (MRT) with Registered Technologist (R) (ARRT), Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist (RCIS), or Cardiovascular Technologist (CVT) credential.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Knowledge of the Charge Description Master and CPT (Current Procedural Terminology).
• Knowledge of operating catheterization laboratory equipment and performing diagnostic imaging.
• Excellent knowledge of cardiovascular anatomy and medical terminology.
• Ability to remain calm under pressure and work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Critical-thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Effective interpersonal relationship skills.
• Technical competence in tasks within the scope of practice of a Diagnostic Radiology Technologist.
• Ability to use computers for documentation.

Nice To Haves

• Associate’s degree of Applied Sciences in Radiology.

Responsibilities

• Perform cardiac interventional procedures using X-rays and angiograms.
• Assist cardiovascular physicians with catheter insertion for diagnosing cardiac disease and assessing heart functionality.
• Assist in developing and monitoring department-specific systems.
• Coordinate activities that improve the quality of patient care in the Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory.
• Use prior experience to contribute to development of a performance improvement program for the Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory.
• Analyze data for benchmarking.
• Collaborate with the Cardiovascular Medical Director on performance-improvement data collection and presentation.
• Use computers for documentation purposes.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED