Radiology Tech - Cardiac Cath Lab

American Addiction Centers•Park Ridge, IL

2d•$38 - $56•Onsite

About The Position

Cardiology - the compassionate care of hearts, straight from the heart! The cardiology team at Advocate Lutheran General Hospital is eager to expand its ranks alongside you. We are in search of a skilled Radiology Tech (full time, days) to become a part of our close-knit family within Lutheran General Hospital's Cardiac Cath Lab. Expect a dynamic and supportive setting where challenges abound! The perfect candidate should possess the ability to apply technical support in delivering patient centered care, excel in communication, foster the exchange of information across the entire care journey, and contribute effectively within our healthcare team. Embrace your passion and join us in the mission of nurturing hearts! Impact Patient Care: Join our dynamic healthcare team as a highly skilled and compassionate Radiologic Tech in the Cath Lab, where your expertise will shine as you play a pivotal role. You will provide crucial technical support to physicians and ensure the care of patients, collaborating seamlessly with other healthcare professionals throughout all phases of cardiac catheterization, including diagnostic, interventional, and electrophysiology procedures. As you continue to develop your career with us, you will have the opportunity to serve as a preceptor and a valuable resource for orientation and the integration of new interventional devices. Your contributions will be instrumental in making a significant impact on the lives of our patients and reinforcing our unwavering commitment to delivering exceptional, top-quality healthcare. Join us in fulfilling this mission today.

Requirements

Graduation from accredit school of Radiology
Current RT License in State of Illinois
Current ARRT Registry
Basic Cardiac Life support (BCLS) required
Typically requires 1+ years of Interventional (IR) or procedural experience (Cath Lab, OR, IR)
Able to lift up to 35 pounds unassisted.
For patient lifts exceeding 35 pounds, or when a patient cannot assist with the lift, patient handling equipment is expected to be used, ideally with at least one other associate when available.
Individual patient lifting and movement scenarios will be assessed on a case-by-case basis.

Responsibilities

Procedural Support: Provides competent, proficient, technical support during diagnostic and interventional cardiac catheterization procedures, implementing procedural standards and protocols.
Patient Centered Care: Provides patient care specific to procedural requirements and patient needs (under the supervision of physicians and Cath Lab nursing personnel) within established departmental policies for scope of practice.
Patient/Family Member Education: Provides support and education to patients, families, and other healthcare team members.
Safety: Maintains a safe, organized and efficient work environment.
Customer Service: Demonstrates the ability to interact and cooperate with all customers.
Professional Growth and Accountability: Maintains professional growth, self-development objectives, and skill enhancement. Demonstrates a commitment to the organization by supporting and adapting to changes consistent with operating goals.

Benefits

Sign-on Bonus: $15,000 sign-on bonus eligible position!
Generous PTO: Accrual starts at 25 days/year, to be used for vacations, sickness, holidays, and personal matters.
Health, Dental, Vision, Short Term and Long-Term Disability, and Life Insurance: We’re pleased to offer team members a comprehensive, affordable benefits program designed to help you and your family live well now and into the future. Our optional benefit plans allow you to select a combination of coverage options that best meet your personal benefit needs and help you and your family live well.
Education Reimbursement: We invest in your professional growth, offering up to $7,200 per year for full-time and up to $3,168 for Part Time.
Wellness Incentives: Take advantage of up to $500 per year in wellness incentives through our Healthy Living program, prioritizing your wellbeing.
Parental Benefits: We understand the importance of family, providing four weeks of paid parental leave up to 4 weeks
Retirement: Secure your financial future with 401K Match and additional annual company contributions for eligible teammates.
Compensation Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training
Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job
Incentive pay for select positions
Opportunity for annual increases based on performance
Paid Time Off programs
Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
Educational Assistance Program