Cardiac Cath Lab Interventional Radiology Tech II - 12-Hour Day Shift - $5,000 Hiring Incentive!

Cedars-Sinai; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

Cedars-Sinai's Cardiovascular Interventional Center in Los Angeles seeks a Cardiovascular Interventional Radiologic Technologist. You will assist in Cath Lab procedures, position patients and equipment, and maintain safe monitoring of patients and radiation exposure.

A strong candidate will have ARRT/CRT, fluoroscopy permit, and 3+ years in interventional radiology. We offer a $5,000 sign-on bonus to newly hired Techs and the opportunity to work in a world-class facility with top rankings in

Qualifications

• Graduate of a Radiology Technology program in an AMA approved school.
• Current ARRT and CRT certifications required.
• Fluoroscopy permit required.
• BLS from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross required (ACLS preferred).
• RT-CI specialty certification required or willing to obtain within one year from start date.
• Minimum of 3 years experience in Radiologic Interventional scans/procedures.

Responsibilities

• Assist in all procedures in the Cardiovascular Intervention Center and be a member of the Cath Lab team.
• Perform radiological procedures at a technical level.
• Position patient and fluoroscopic equipment to obtain optimal views.
• Monitor physiological systems and radiation exposure during exams to ensure safety.

Skills

Arrhythmia recognition

Hemodynamic monitoring

Radiologic procedures

Cath Lab teamwork

Education

AMA approved Radiology Technology program

Tools

Fluoroscopy equipment

Radiology imaging systems

Job description

Job Description

Are you ready to bring your expert clinical skills to a world-class facility recognized as #1 in California and eight years in a row on the “Best Hospitals” Honor Roll by U.S. News & World Report, 2023-24? Do you have a passion for the highest quality and patient happiness? Then please respond to this dynamic opportunity available with one of the best places to work in Southern California! We would be happy to hear from you.

The Cardiovascular Intervention Center is a core element of the Smidt Heart Institute, performing more than 8,000 procedures a year. The department serves the populations of neonates to and including geriatrics. In this twelve-laboratory facility, we perform a wide range of diagnostic and therapeutic procedures for coronary artery disease, heart muscle function and heart valve dysfunction.

Summary of Essential Duties:

• The Cardiovascular Interventional Radiologic Technologist (RT) assists in all procedures performed in the Cardiovascular Intervention Center and is a member of the Cath Lab team.
• Performs the radiological procedures at a technical level.
• Responsible for positioning the patient and fluoroscopic equipment as needed to obtain optimum views of all relevant anatomy during procedures.
• Provides a safe patient care environment, maintains and operates the physiological monitoring/recording system for both interventional cardiac and complex electrophysiology studies, is responsible for monitoring radiation exposure levels during all exams and ensuring that technical factors appropriate for the given procedure are used.

We are currently offering a $5,000 sign-on bonus to newly hired Techs!

Qualifications

Education:

• Graduate of a Radiology Technology program in an AMA approved school required

License/Certifications:

• Current ARRT and CRT certifications required
• Fluoroscopy permit required
• BLS from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross required (ACLS preferred)
• RT-CI specialty certification required or willing to obtain within one year from start date to maintain status as a Tech II

Experience:

• A minimum of 3 years of experience required performing a variety of Radiologic Interventional scans and/or procedures in a busy clinic environment
• Applicants with less than 3 years of experience may be considered as Cardiovascular IR Tech I
• Excellent arrhythmia recognition and hemodynamic monitoring skills required
• Congenital Heart experience preferred

Keywords: Cath Lab, Catheterization, Interventional Radiology, Tech, Technologist, Technician, X-Ray, Imaging