Radiologic Technologist - Cardiac Cath Lab PRN

Atlas Healthcare Partners•Mesa, AZ

About The Position

The Cardiac Cath Lab Radiologic Technologist performs technical procedures and is responsible for imaging in the Cardiac Cath Lab. Under the direction of the CEO and Director of Nursing for the Cath Lab Freestanding Facility, the technologist works with cardiologists, radiologists, and vascular surgeons on cardiovascular arterial and venous studies, including vascular angiography, angioplasty, arteriography, electrophysiology, hemodynamic measurements, and PPM/AICD insertions and replacements. The position also supports department operations, equipment maintenance, radiation safety, regulatory compliance, and a cohesive team environment. Duties are performed according to established policies, procedures, regulatory and accreditation requirements, and applicable professional standards. The technologist provides customers with an excellent service experience by consistently demonstrating the organization’s core and leader behaviors.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited Cardiovascular Technologist Program or Radiologic Technologist Program.
Hold one of the following certifications: American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT), Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist (RCIS), or Registered Cardiovascular Electrophysiology Specialist (RCES).
Meet state licensure requirements appropriate to certification and job function, such as a Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist license and Fluoroscopy permit for ARRT-certified technologists.
Current ACLS certification.
Current BLS certification.
Level I: 0–3 years of experience; Standard: 3+ years of experience.

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 cardiologists, radiologists, and vascular surgeons.
Manage inventory ordering and the supply chain in accordance with facility PAR levels.
Monitor per-case expenses and offer cost-saving ideas.
Maintain the department’s compliance with rules and regulations set by governing and accreditation agencies.
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).
Accept reassignments and additional duties in a flexible and positive manner, and contribute to a cohesive, collaborative team environment.
Provide radiation safety input as requested to support Joint Commission accreditation.
Perform duties according to established policies, procedures, regulatory and accreditation requirements, and applicable professional standards.
Provide customers with an excellent service experience by consistently demonstrating core and leader behaviors.
Perform other duties as assigned.