Cardiac Cath Technologist Sr / SEIU - E
About The Position
This role assists the Invasive Cardiologist in performing diagnostic and interventional procedures and demonstrates leadership in collaboration with coworkers to support efficient and cost-effective department operations. The technologist applies knowledge of cardiovascular and peripheral vascular physiology, pathophysiology, and procedural techniques; maintains expertise in radiographic imaging techniques used for invasive cardiac and peripheral procedures; and monitors procedures for potential adverse reactions or conditions. The role also orients new staff to laboratory equipment, troubleshoots equipment malfunctions, identifies when support personnel should be contacted, and completes required procedural documentation, including regulatory and billing protocols and image storage and archival. Employees must follow applicable ethical, legal, privacy, data-security, and company conduct requirements, including HIPAA policies.
Requirements
- At least 3 years of experience in a cardiac catheterization laboratory or interventional radiology.
- Radiography certification and registration with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT), with one of the following certifications: Cardiac Interventional Radiography (CI), Cardiovascular Interventional Radiography (CV), Radiography (R), or Vascular Interventional Radiography (VI); alternatively, Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist certification from Cardiovascular Credentialing International.
- Critical-thinking skills and the ability to exercise decisive, independent judgment.
- American Heart Association CPR.
- Act 34 Criminal Background Clearance Certificate.
- Act 33 Child Abuse Clearance Certificate.
- Act 73 FBI Fingerprinting Criminal Background Clearance Certificate.
- ACLS Certification.
Nice To Haves
- Associate's degree preferred.
Responsibilities
- Integrate knowledge of cardiovascular and peripheral vascular physiology, pathophysiology, and procedural techniques to assist during procedures.
- Maintain expertise in current radiographic imaging techniques related to invasive cardiac and peripheral procedures.
- Orient new staff on laboratory equipment operation.
- Troubleshoot equipment malfunctions and know which support personnel to contact and when.
- Anticipate adverse reactions or conditions while monitoring procedural activities and respond appropriately.
- Complete required procedure documentation, including regulatory and billing protocols and image storage and archival.
- Perform other duties as assigned or required.
- Comply with applicable ethical and legal standards, company policies, HIPAA requirements, privacy policies, information-security guidelines, and the Code of Business Conduct.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
No Education Listed
