Interventional Tech Cardiac Cath Lab, Full Time, Day shift

The Valley Hospital•Paramus, NJ

6h•Onsite

About The Position

To provide for the needs of patients of varying ages, their family, and physicians. To perform a variety of patient care tasks and procedures in accordance with licensure, certification, and regulatory requirements. Working in an environment with the application of ionizing radiation for cardiac, neuro, and vascular procedures.

Requirements

Two years of formal radiologic technology training in a school approved by the Council on Education of the American Medical Association, successful completion of the Association's examination and/or formal training in Cardiovascular Technology.
Previous practical experience as a staff Radiologic Technologist and/or Cardiovascular Technician experience.
Certification from the State of New Jersey X-ray Technician Board of Examiners required.
ARRT certification preferred.
CPR certification.
Unit based orientation.
Knowledge of anatomy, physiology and risk factors.
Physical dexterity to operate sensitive equipment to produce recordings and to perform tests on patients requiring placement of equipment in sensitive areas.
Demonstrates effective interactive and communication (verbal, written, presentation) skills.
Ability to perform work accurately and pay attention to details, often changing from one task to another without loss of efficiency or composure.
Ability to function competently in stressful situations and a changing work environment related to changing patient needs, including working with patients with acute, chronic and complex disease processes and those who are dying.
Ability to work cooperatively within the healthcare system, with patients and family members and with multidisciplinary team members (i.e. physicians, Respiratory, DI, LAB, etc.).
Ability to use critical thinking and clinical reasoning skills to effectively problem-solve and deliver care.

Nice To Haves

ARRT certification

Responsibilities

Perform a variety of patient care tasks and procedures in accordance with licensure, certification, and regulatory requirements.
Work in an environment with the application of ionizing radiation for cardiac, neuro, and vascular procedures.

Benefits

Medical/Prescription, Dental & Vision Discount Program (Full Time/Part Time Employees)
Group Term Life Insurance and AD&D(Full Time Employees)
Flexible Spending Accounts
Commuter Benefit Plans
Supplemental Voluntary Benefits ( e.g. Short-term and Long-term Disability, Whole Life Insurance, Legal Support, etc.)
6 Paid Holidays
Paid Time Off (varies)
Wellness Time Off
Extended Illness
Retirement Plan
Tuition Assistance
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Valley Health LifeStyles Fitness Center Membership Discount
Day Care Discounts for Various Daycare Facilities