Cardiovascular Technologist - Cardiac Cath Lab

University of Arkansas System•Little Rock, AR

22h•Onsite

About The Position

The Cardiovascular Cath Lab, Structural and Electrophysiology Lab Technologist works under supervision and reads/interprets health record documentation to identify all diagnoses and procedures that affect the outpatient encounter visit. This position will also be responsible for producing Cath Lab images for medical interpretation, but will not supervise other Cath Lab technologists.

Requirements

Graduate from a 2-year certificate program certified by the ASRT in Radiology Technology
Registered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists
Licensed by the State of Arkansas in Radiology Technology
Proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.

Nice To Haves

Baccalaureate Degree
One or more years of experience
Cath Lab Advanced Certification by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists

Responsibilities

Prepares patients for procedures by reviewing medical history, draping and positioning the patient, preparing procedural/testing sites, and administering contrast media and/or medications within scope of practice
Assists physician with performing diagnostic and therapeutic vascular interventional procedures
Performs related imaging procedures
Analyzes results and takes appropriate action to resolve image quality issues
Educates patient regarding procedures, equipment, and exam to ensure patient's understanding and cooperation
Assists with monitoring patient condition continually and reports/responds to changes in status as appropriate
Prepares equipment and supplies
Implements safety standards and performs appropriate quality control procedures on equipment
Troubleshoots, resolves, and/or reports equipment malfunctions as necessary
Other duties may be assigned to this position.