CV Radiologic Technologist

Huntington Health • Pasadena, TX

17d • Onsite

About The Position

Under direct physician supervision, the Cardiovascular Radiologic Technologist assists with diagnostic and therapeutic intervention procedures in the Cardiac Cath Lab. Procedures include angiograms, angioplasties, stent placements, ASD/PFO closures, Watchman, TAVR and other structural heart procedures, and CRM device placements and removals. The technologist may assist with training and oversight of students when applicable and must be knowledgeable in the use and application of Cardiac PACS and monitoring. The position may require flexibility of hours and requires taking on-call for patients needing emergency cardiovascular procedures.

The role requires a graduate of an accredited Radiologic Technology program and one year of experience in special procedure radiology or cardiac catheterization. Required certifications and permits include California CRT and Fluoroscopy Permit, ARRT certification, and AHA BLS. The technologist applies knowledge of computers, anatomy, physiology, equipment-related safety hazards, body mechanics, isolation procedures, body-fluid precautions, and Cardiac Cath Lab supplies. They position and prepare patients and operate equipment to produce quality images, work with minimum supervision within department guidelines, and adapt to a fast-paced, frequently changing environment.

The position is full-time on the day shift, with an 8-hour shift duration, at 100 W California Blvd, Pasadena, CA 91105. The estimated base pay is $49.88–$76.07; additional compensation may be available through differentials, extra-shift incentives, bonuses, and other compensation. A comprehensive benefits program is available for qualifying positions.

Requirements

• Graduate from an accredited Radiologic Technology program.
• One year of experience in special procedure radiology or cardiac catheterization.
• Current Certified Radiologic Technologist (CRT) credential issued by the California Department of Public Health.
• CRT Fluoroscopy Permit issued by the California Department of Public Health.
• Current ARRT certification.
• Current American Heart Association Basic Life Support Provider (BLS) certification.
• Knowledge of computers, anatomy, physiology, safety hazards common to Cardiac Cath Lab equipment, body mechanics, isolation procedures, and body-fluid precautions.
• Knowledge of the supplies needed for Cardiac Cath Lab procedures and their locations.
• Ability to work with minimum supervision within department guidelines.
• Willingness and ability to work in a fast-paced, frequently changing environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist under direct physician supervision during diagnostic and therapeutic cardiovascular intervention procedures, including angiograms, angioplasties, stent placements, ASD/PFO closures, Watchman, TAVR and other structural heart procedures, and CRM device placements and removals.
• Assist with training and oversight of students when applicable.
• Use and apply Cardiac PACS and monitoring.
• Position and prepare patients and operate equipment to provide quality images.
• Take on-call assignments for patients requiring emergency cardiovascular procedures.

Benefits

• A comprehensive benefits program is available for qualifying positions.
• Additional individual compensation may be available through differentials, extra-shift incentives, and bonuses.

What This Job Offers

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