Cardiovascular Technologist (Cardiac CT), Per Diem

CardioOne•Lynnwood, WA

25d•$46 - $76•Onsite

About The Position

CardioOne partners with independent cardiologists to provide innovative solutions that improve patient outcomes and reduce costs. Our platform helps our physician partners thrive in today’s fee-for-service environment and prepare for success in value-based care. In February 2024, we partnered with WindRose Health Investors as well as top physician services and payor executives to grow our team and invest in our next phase of growth. CardioOne has partnered with CardioNow to launch a new practice in Lynnwood, Washington. CardioNow's mission is to empower you with accurate, timely insights into your cardiovascular health—keeping you informed, supported, and confident. By combining medical expertise with advanced technology, we deliver proven outcomes through a personalized approach. CardioNow is hiring a detail oriented a Per Diem Cardiovascular Technologist to join the practice! You will play a pivotal role in diagnosing and treating heart and blood vessel conditions, using sophisticated imaging technologies to provide essential insights that guide patient care. You will report directly to the supervising Physician. This position will be estimated to start in January.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited school of Radiologic Technology or Computed Tomography
Completed formalized CT course, as part of or in addition to formal education
Registered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technology in Computer Tomography [ARRT(CT)]
1-3 years of experience in performing Cardiac Computerized Tomography (CT), including Cardiac Computed Angiography of the heart and the coronary arteries
Cardiac stress testing experience required.
Active Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
Able to maintain continuing education credits as required by certifying body or society

Nice To Haves

Strong preference for those with both cardiac CT and nuclear cardiology
Ability to correctly identify cardiac imaging protocol in discussion with cardiologists
Competent to perform and post-process advanced protocols such as: TAVR, Cardiac CTA, Gated Chest, Runoffs, Brain Perfusions, Lung and Heart Screenings, etc

Responsibilities

Works collaboratively with the entire CT team of physicians, managers, nurses, and technologists.
Performs cardiac CT imaging
Performs body CT imaging if needed
Performs CT examinations according to established operating clinical protocols and techniques to produce images if high quality.
Sets the appropriate scanning parameters on equipment such as milliamperage, exposure time, slice thickness, cradle increment, orientation, scan field of view, etc.
Provides CT images to physician through use of PACS, and/or other specialized interpretation software and enters patients in Athena EMR.
Analyzes patient's medical records and interviews patient to obtain relevant history as necessary.
Explains and properly positions patient for examination causing least discomfort or distress. If necessary, uses immobilization apparatus to maintain required position.
Performs daily quality control testing on CT system, ensures all equipment is adequately maintained and in working order, performs preventative maintenance, and reports equipment failures immediately to supervisor.
Obtains IV access for administration of contrast media for CT enhancement in accordance with department policy and physician order.
Practices infection control techniques and adheres to radiology safety guidelines.
Provides CT services promptly, efficiently, safely, and cost effectively.
Maintains confidentiality of patients and employees.
Educates the patient about the test.
Communicates with patients before the test regarding special instructions or scheduling issues.
Completes appropriate documents as required (logbooks, worksheets, screening forms, etc.).
Enters patient data and completes appropriate documentation data into Athena EMR or other health information systems.
Scans for coronary calcium score, coronary CT angiography, TAVR, peripheral angiography, WATCHMAN, and other types of cardiovascular imaging.