CV Rad Technologist - Cardiovascular - Full-Time

Mercy Cedar Rapids•Baltimore, MD

About The Position

The CV Rad Technologist supports Mercy’s patient-centered care philosophy by performing required procedures in the cardiovascular department and operating specialized equipment, including x-ray equipment in the cardiac catheterization laboratory and computer systems. The role includes direct patient care, assisting physicians during procedures, hemodynamic monitoring, and maintaining a safe radiological environment through use of the ALARA principle. This full-time position is scheduled for 40 hours per week on the day shift and requires rotating on-call work, including after-hours work as needed. The employee must live within a 20-minute driving radius of Mercy’s main campus. External hires may be eligible for a sign-on bonus of up to $30,000.

Requirements

Education sufficient to obtain required licensure and certifications.
Iowa Permit to Practice required.
American Registry of Radiologic Technology registration required.
Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification in accordance with the American Heart Association required.
Current Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification in accordance with the American Heart Association required within six months of hire.
Complete Iowa Dependent Adult Abuse and Iowa Child Abuse Mandatory Reporter training and submit certification to Human Resources before the start or transfer date.
Must obtain and maintain sedation and EKG competency annually.
Must take the Medication Administration test at the time of hire or transfer.
Competence with information and computer systems.
Must live within a 20-minute driving radius of Mercy’s main campus.

Nice To Haves

Basic knowledge of cardiac catheterization or cardiovascular procedures and equipment.
Experience in cardiovascular or interventional radiology.
One year of experience in diagnostic imaging.
Certification as a Cardiovascular Technologist.

Responsibilities

Operate radiographic equipment using the ALARA principle and maintain a safe radiological environment.
Prepare and operate equipment related to cardiac catheterization and angiography, such as an ISTAT machine, AVOXimeter, and Hemochron.
Maintain radiographic equipment and x-ray rooms in proper working condition and report malfunctions or needed repairs to supervisory personnel.
Provide direct patient care and ensure quality and continuity of care.
Contribute to efficient and fiscally responsible department operations.
Work as a team member, including performing hemodynamic monitoring and assisting physicians during procedures.
Help maintain adequate department supply inventory and notify the appropriate person when stock is low.
Enter patient charges and review them for accuracy when assigned.
Participate in the on-call schedule and work as needed after normal operating hours.
Schedule cases as needed.
Pull venous and arterial lines.
Follow Mercy safety guidelines, carry out job-specific safety responsibilities, and promptly report unsafe conditions, situations, incidents, and injuries.