Cardiac Cath Technologist Sr

Highmark Health • Monroeville, PA

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About The Position

Assists the Invasive Cardiologist with diagnostic and interventional procedures and demonstrates leadership in collaboration with coworkers to support efficient, cost-effective department operations. The role applies knowledge of cardiovascular and peripheral vascular physiology, pathophysiology, and procedural techniques; uses current radiographic imaging techniques; supports and troubleshoots laboratory equipment; monitors for adverse reactions or conditions; and completes required procedural documentation, including regulatory and billing records and image storage and archival.

Requirements

• At least 3 years of experience in a cardiac cath lab or interventional radiology.
• One of the following credentials: ARRT Cardiac Interventional Radiography (CI), Cardiovascular Interventional Radiography (CV), Radiography (R), or Vascular Interventional Radiography (VI) certification; or Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist credential from Cardiovascular Credentialing International.
• Critical thinking, decisiveness, and independent judgment.
• ACLS.
• CPR certification from the American Heart Association.
• Act 34 Criminal Background Clearance Certificate.
• Act 33 Child Abuse Clearance Certificate.
• Act 73 FBI Fingerprinting Criminal Background Clearance Certificate.

Nice To Haves

• Associate degree.

Responsibilities

• Apply knowledge of cardiovascular and peripheral vascular physiology, pathophysiology, and procedural techniques to assist during procedures.
• Maintain expertise in radiographic imaging techniques used for invasive cardiac and peripheral procedures.
• Orient inexperienced staff on laboratory equipment operation, troubleshoot malfunctions, and know when to contact appropriate support personnel.
• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed