Angiographer - Cardiology Casual PRN

Northwestern Medicine; Huntley (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Wide range of employee benefits

Sign on bonus eligibility

Job summary

Northwestern Medicine is seeking an Angiographer II in Huntley, Illinois. This role involves operating cardiac catheterization and angiography equipment, ensuring patient safety and coordinating procedures effectively.

The ideal candidate will be certified as an American Registered Radiologic Technologist and have CPR certification, with experience in an interventional cardiovascular environment preferred.

Qualifications

• Licensed as American Registered Radiologic Technology (ARRT).
• Certified by Illinois Department of Nuclear Safety (IDNS).
• Experience in Intra-aortic Balloon Insertion is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate angiography equipment efficiently and safely.
• Assist physician during procedures to ensure patient safety.
• Monitor all procedure functions to prevent adverse outcomes.

Skills

Operate cardiac cath lab equipment

Coordinate and prioritize in emergent situations

Monitor procedure functions

Education

American Registered Radiologic Technology (ARRT)

Illinois Department of Nuclear Safety Certified (IDNS)

CPR Certification

Tools

Angiography equipment

X-ray units

Hemodynamic unit

Job description

Description

The Angiographer II position reflects the mission, vision, and values of Northwestern Medicine, adheres to the organization’s Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance Program, and complies with all relevant policies, procedures, guidelines and all other regulatory and accreditation standards.

Operates equipment to produce diagnostic radiographs and for appropriate age groups for interpretation(s) by a physician. Maintains proficiency in clinical and equipment competencies in all clinical settings.

Responsibilities

• Ability to operate cardiac cath lab equipment, to include x-ray units, monitors, hemodynamic unit, with knowledge and expertise.
• Ability to operate angiography equipment with knowledge and expertise.
• Ability to coordinate and prioritize in emergent or critical patient situations.
• Demonstrates efficiency in the use of supplies and equipment while maintaining sterility during procedures.
• Assists in the assessment of patient condition throughout procedures.
• Utilizes technical and clinical skills to assist the physician during procedures to assure patient safety.
• Monitors all procedure functions to assist in the prevention of adverse outcomes.
• Able to alter examination relative to patient status to provide optimal outcome.
• Provides the physician with proper clinical diagnosis and patient history documentation.
• Works with the physician to provide optimal exam for accurate diagnosis.
• Coordinate schedule for optimal equipment utilization and patient flow.
• Maintains adequate supplies and workspace for efficient daily operation.
• Maintains quality control for all equipment in accordance with manufacturer and regulatory guidelines.
• Ability to start IV’s as indicated for contrast injection with proper documentation.
• Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span, and possesses the ability to assess data reflective of the patient’s status. Includes being able to interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient’s requirements relative to the patient’s age-specific needs.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Required:

• American Registered Radiologic Technology (ARRT)
• Illinois Department of Nuclear Safety Certified (IDNS)
• CPR Certification

Preferred:

• Interventional Cardiovascular Registered (CVT)
• Intra-aortic Balloon Insertion & Operation experience
• ACLS Certification
• 1 or more years hospital experience Medical Imaging

Equal Opportunity

Northwestern Medicine is an equal opportunity employer (disability, VETS) and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation or any other protected status.

Background Check

Northwestern Medicine conducts a background check that includes criminal history on newly hired team members and, at times, internal transfers. If you are offered a position with us, you will be required to complete an authorization and disclosure form that gives Northwestern Medicine permission to run the background check. Results are evaluated on a case-by-case basis, and we follow all local, state, and federal laws, including the Illinois Health Care Worker Background Check Act.

Artificial Intelligence Disclosure

Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position, however, all employment decisions will be made by a person.

Benefits

We offer a wide range of benefits that provide employees with tools and resources to improve their physical, emotional, and financial well-being while providing protection for unexpected life events. Please visit our Benefits section to learn more.

Sign on Bonus Eligibility (if sign-on bonus offered for position)

Internal employees and rehires who left Northwestern Medicine within 1 year are not eligible for the sign on bonus. Exception: New graduate internal employees seeking their first licensed clinical position at NM may be eligible depending on the job family.