Interventional Radiology Technologist III: Cath Lab

Albany Medical Center•Albany, NY

1d•$84,783 - $131,414

About The Position

The Interventional Radiology Technologist III (CVIT III) is an advanced-practice cardiovascular imaging professional in Albany Medical Center’s Adult Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory. The position works independently across core and advanced Cath Lab responsibilities, supporting complex coronary intervention, acute STEMI treatment, structural heart procedures, mechanical circulatory support, and other advanced cardiovascular therapies in a high-acuity regional referral and academic medical center. The role combines invasive cardiovascular skills with specialized expertise in radiologic imaging, radiation safety, image quality, and dose optimization. The CVIT III provides direct patient care and serves as an advanced clinical resource to the multidisciplinary team. The technologist participates in orientation and precepting of developing technologists and students by providing clinical guidance, procedural oversight, and support for competency development. The position also offers continued opportunity to develop expertise across complex cardiovascular procedures, imaging technologies, structural heart interventions, and evolving cardiovascular therapies. The position requires participation in the emergency on-call rotation and independent service as an experienced member of the team during STEMI and other time-sensitive cardiovascular emergencies. The role may involve access to sensitive information, including HIPAA-protected health information, which must be accessed and disclosed only as needed to perform assigned duties and protected from unauthorized access or modification.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited Radiologic Technology or qualifying Medical Imaging program.
Three years of procedural imaging experience.
Two years of cardiac catheterization laboratory or invasive cardiovascular experience, with demonstrated advanced competency in cardiovascular imaging, hemodynamic monitoring, coronary intervention, and advanced cardiovascular procedures and technologies.
Strong understanding of radiologic imaging principles and cardiovascular anatomy.
Knowledge of fluoroscopic imaging and radiation safety practices.
Ability to function effectively in a fast-paced, high-acuity environment.
Strong communication and teamwork skills.
Ability to anticipate procedural needs and respond to emergent situations.
Critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
Current ARRT Cardiac Interventional Radiography (CI), Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist (RCIS), or recognized legacy ARRT Cardiovascular-Interventional Radiography (CV) credential upon hire.
NYS Contrast Injection Certification upon hire.
Current and unrestricted New York State Radiologic Technologist license and registration upon hire.
ARRT (American Registry of Radiologic Technologists) upon hire.
BCLS (Basic Life Support) upon hire.
ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support) upon hire.

Nice To Haves

PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) upon hire.
Equivalent combination of relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.

Responsibilities

Independently perform core and advanced Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory responsibilities, including cardiovascular imaging support, hemodynamic monitoring, procedural documentation, equipment and supply management, sterile technique, diagnostic cardiac catheterization, coronary intervention, and advanced cardiovascular procedures within demonstrated competency.
Provide advanced scrub support for diagnostic and interventional cardiac catheterization, including complex coronary intervention; prepare, select, implement, and troubleshoot advanced procedural equipment and technologies; and anticipate procedural progression, complications, imaging requirements, and equipment needs.
Perform hemodynamic monitoring using the McKesson system and maintain procedural documentation in Epic; recognize and communicate clinically significant changes in rhythm, hemodynamic status, and patient condition within the role’s scope.
Provide clinical expertise in cardiovascular imaging, radiation safety, image quality, angiographic positioning, dose optimization, and safe use of radiation-producing imaging systems during complex procedures.
Perform applicable independent imaging procedures, including mechanical prosthetic valve fluoroscopy, within scope of practice and under appropriate physician supervision; obtain physician review and approval of images.
Perform intravascular contrast-administration responsibilities in accordance with New York State certification requirements and departmental standards.
Support structural heart procedures through preparation, imaging and procedural support, equipment management, and troubleshooting in collaboration with the multidisciplinary structural heart team.
Prepare, operate, and troubleshoot mechanical circulatory support and other advanced cardiovascular technologies used during high-risk coronary intervention, cardiogenic shock, and procedural emergencies.
Participate independently in the emergency on-call rotation and support team response during STEMI, cardiogenic shock, procedural complications, and other time-sensitive emergencies.
Participate in orientation and precepting of CVIT I, CVIT II, students, and other developing staff by providing real-time guidance, procedural oversight, and reinforcement of established practices; support competency development and provide feedback in collaboration with department leadership and educators.
Maintain professional development and competency in evolving cardiovascular imaging, invasive procedures, equipment, and technologies, and contribute to patient safety, radiation safety, clinical excellence, teamwork, and continuous learning.