Radiology Technologist - Catherization Lab (642)

Mary Rutan Health • Bellefontaine, OH

6d • Onsite

About The Position

Under the direction of the Cath Lab Manager and Cath Lab Medical Director, the Cath Lab Tech will perform a variety of cardiac catheterization/special procedures and is responsible for patient safety protocols; and will assist physician with cardiac catheterization/special procedures within the Cardiac Catheterization Lab. Individual is responsible for operating imaging equipment, administering appropriate medications within scope of practice, and monitoring the patient during procedures. Performs safe operation of x-ray equipment based on scope of practice and radiologic training. Participates in Performance Improvement activities, education initiatives, and national registries. Candidate is responsible for other duties as assigned. The Cath Lab Tech requires independent assessment, judgement, and decision making abilities.

Requirements

• High School Graduate
• Graduation from an AMA approved school of Radiologic Technology, either college affiliated or hospital trained.
• Registered with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists.
• Certified by the State of Ohio to practice and administer radiation.
• Current BLS and ACLS certification through the American Heart Association.
• At least one (1) year in an Interventional Cardiac Cath Lab and/or Electrophysiology Lab preferred.
• Knowledge of anatomy and physiology.
• Ability to communicate in English, both verbally and in writing.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.

Nice To Haves

• RCIS certification a plus but not required.
• Additional languages preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform a variety of cardiac catheterization/special procedures
• Responsible for patient safety protocols
• Assist physician with cardiac catheterization/special procedures within the Cardiac Catheterization Lab
• Operating imaging equipment
• Administering appropriate medications within scope of practice
• Monitoring the patient during procedures
• Performs safe operation of x-ray equipment based on scope of practice and radiologic training
• Participates in Performance Improvement activities, education initiatives, and national registries
• Other duties as assigned

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees