Radiologic Technologist - Cardiac Cath Lab

Atlas Healthcare Partners•Sun City, AZ

About The Position

The Cardiac Cath Lab Radiologic Technologist performs technical procedures and is responsible for imaging in the cardiac catheterization laboratory. Under the direction of the CEO and Director of Nursing for the Cath Lab Freestanding Facility, the technologist supports cardiovascular arterial and venous studies alongside a cardiologist, radiologist, or vascular surgeon, including vascular angiography, angioplasty, arteriography, electrophysiology, hemodynamic measurements, and PPM/AICD insertions and replacements. The role includes maintaining equipment and supplies, supporting regulatory and accreditation compliance, and applying radiation safety principles to minimize exposure for patients and staff. The technologist is expected to contribute to a cohesive team, provide excellent customer service, and perform duties in accordance with established policies, procedures, regulatory and accreditation requirements, and professional standards. Other duties may be assigned.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited Cardiovascular Technologist Program or Radiologic Technologist Program.
Hold one of the following certifications: ARRT, RCIS, or RCES.
Meet state licensure requirements appropriate to certification and job function, such as a Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist license and Fluoroscopy permit if ARRT certified.
Current ACLS certification.
Current BLS certification.
Experience level listed as Level I: 0–3 years; Standard: 3+ years.

Nice To Haves

Certification in CI (Cardiac Interventional).
Previous experience in a cardiac cath lab or interventional radiology.

Responsibilities

Perform imaging and technical procedures in the Cardiac Cath Lab.
Scrub and pan cardiovascular arterial and venous studies with a cardiologist, radiologist, or vascular surgeon, including vascular angiography, angioplasty, arteriography, electrophysiology, hemodynamic measurements, and PPM/AICD insertion and replacement.
Manage inventory ordering and the supply chain according to facility PAR levels.
Monitor per-case expenses and offer cost-saving ideas.
Maintain the department in compliance with governing and accreditation agency rules and regulations.
Maintain and troubleshoot fluoroscopy and ultrasound equipment.
Recognize radiation overexposure and apply and communicate basic radiation physics, biology, and safety principles to minimize exposure to patients and staff.
Follow AIDET (Acknowledge, Introduce, Duration, Explanation, and Thank You) and accept reassignments and additional duties in a flexible, positive manner.
Support a cohesive and collaborative team environment.
Provide radiation safety input as requested to help maintain Joint Commission accreditation.
Perform functions according to established policies, procedures, regulatory and accreditation requirements, and applicable professional standards.
Consistently demonstrate core and leader behaviors to provide customers with an excellent service experience.
Perform other duties as assigned.