Cardiac Cath Technologist Intern

Highmark Health • Jefferson Hills, PA

29d

About The Position

GENERAL OVERVIEW: This role performs prescribed radiographic imaging procedures and assists the provider during catheterization lab procedures at a technical level under the direct supervision of a technologist. Competently performs a variety of technical procedures, up to the level of documented competency, that require independent judgement and initiative.

Requirements

• Required High School/GED
• Presently enrolled, and in good standing, in a radiology technologist program
• CPR
• Act 34 Criminal Background Clearance Certificate
• Act 33 Child Abuse Clearance Certificate
• Act 73 FBI Fingerprinting Criminal Background Clearance

Responsibilities

• Prepares for and assists the physician in catheterization lab procedures by integrating knowledge of cardiovascular and peripheral vascular physiology, pathophysiology, and procedural techniques (50%)
• Operates equipment, troubleshoot equipment as indicated, and contacts proper support personnel in collaboration with their preceptor (15%)
• Assists in monitoring the effects of procedural activities by identifying adverse reactions/conditions and properly responding (15%)
• Completes all required documentation for procedures including image storage and achival (10%)
• Other duties as assigned (10%)

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: High school or GED