Cath Imaging Technologist

CommonSpirit Health • Bakersfield, CA

9d • Onsite

About The Position

The Cath Imaging Technologist applies advanced training in cardiovascular, interventional, and specialized procedures to support patient care. Under the general direction of the Nurse Director, the technologist handles technical aspects of diagnostic and interventional processes, prepares and operates imaging equipment, captures images, and collaborates with a multidisciplinary team to support diagnoses and treatments. The role contributes to care quality, patient outcomes, and compliance with guidelines and safety protocols. The technologist is expected to maintain current knowledge of best practices and technology advances.

The position includes assisting physicians with patient positioning and equipment adjustments; setting up and operating intra-aortic balloon pump and intravascular ultrasound (IVUS) equipment; interpreting cardiac rhythms and identifying dysrhythmias and hemodynamic waveforms; recognizing abnormal or adverse cardiopulmonary and peripheral vascular symptoms and taking appropriate action; and applying in-depth knowledge of cardiovascular and peripheral anatomy, physiology, and interventions.

The role is based at Dignity Health - Memorial Hospital, a 385-bed nonprofit acute care hospital in Bakersfield, California. Founded in 1956, the hospital serves nearly 100,000 patients annually and provides services including heart care, maternity care, and orthopedics. It is recognized as an LGBTQ+ Healthcare Equality Leader, is a Joint Commission-certified Primary Stroke Center, and is home to Kern County’s first comprehensive pediatric program.

Requirements

• High school graduate or GED.
• At least one year of experience as a Cardiac Catheterization Technologist or in Interventional Radiology.
• California Medical Radiographer credential, upon hire.
• Basic Life Support (CPR), American Heart Association, upon hire.
• California Fluoroscopy Radiology Tech credential, upon hire.
• Upon hire, one of the following: Registered Technologist Radiography (ARRT), Registered Cardiac Electrophysiology Specialist, Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist, or Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer.
• Strong communication skills and meticulous attention to detail.
• Knowledge of cardiac rhythm interpretation, cardiovascular and peripheral anatomy and physiology, and related interventions.

Responsibilities

• Assist physicians with patient positioning and equipment adjustment.
• Set up and operate intra-aortic balloon pump and intravascular ultrasound (IVUS) equipment.
• Interpret cardiac rhythms and correctly identify dysrhythmias and hemodynamic waveforms.
• Recognize abnormal or adverse cardiopulmonary and peripheral vascular symptoms and take appropriate action.
• Apply knowledge of cardiovascular and peripheral anatomy, physiology, and interventions.
• Prepare and operate imaging equipment and capture detailed images for diagnostic and interventional procedures.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to support timely diagnoses and treatments.
• Maintain compliance with applicable guidelines and safety protocols and stay current on best practices and technology advances.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED