Cardiac Cath Lab Radiologic Technologist

Tufts Corporate; Lowell (MA); On-site; USD 66,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free parking

Benefits starting Day 1

Generous PTO 30 days

Career growth opportunities into Tech

Retirement match with immediate 100% v

Job summary

Lowell General Hospital, a Tufts Medicine facility, is seeking a skilled Cardiac Cath Lab Technician to support diagnostic and interventional procedures in the CardioVascular Center. You will work 4x10 hour shifts from 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM, with on-call one weeknight and one weekend per month, and participate in cross-training in EP Lab to expand rhythm-management skills.

Highlights include free parking, benefits from day 1, and a generous PTO plan with 30 days off.

Qualifications

• Degree from an accredited school of Radiologic Technology with Radiologic Technologist (RT) Certification.
• Current ARRT Registration.
• Current Massachusetts RT State License.
• Obtain Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) Certification within six (6) months of hire.
• Obtain Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Certification within six (6) months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Prepares the cardiac catheterization lab for procedures, including setting up the sterile procedure table and ensuring all necessary supplies and apparel are available.
• Assists in clean up and turnover of room in preparation for following procedure.
• Assists preparing patient for cardiac catheterization procedures, including prepping access site(s) and properly draping patient in the fashion that corresponds to the procedure, while maintaining standards of sterility.
• Sets up, operates, and troubleshoots cardiac catheterization equipment, ensuring their proper functioning during procedures, including: G.E. digital angiography equipment, MedRad contrast power injectors, Boston Scientific IVUS, OpSens pressure wire device, Impella, IABP, Shockwave (IVL).
• Accurately documents procedure charges, supply charges, fluoroscopy time and radiation dose, and contrast dosage.
• Collaborates with the healthcare team to maintain a sterile environment within the cath lab, adhering to infection control protocols.
• Ensures proper radiation safety protocols are followed, including use of lead aprons and shielding to minimize radiation exposure to patients, staff, and oneself.
• Responsible for notifying physician of elevated radiation doses intraprocedurally.
• Participates in quality assurance initiatives to improve the efficiency and safety of cardiac catheterization procedures.
• Assists in managing supplies and equipment within the cath lab, ensuring all necessary items are readily available.
• Participates in the orientation and training of new staff members and collaborate effectively with cardiologists, nurses, and other healthcare professionals.
• Prepares to respond to emergencies and provide immediate assistance during complications or adverse events, including CPR, defibrillation, and artificial respiration.

Education

Degree from an accredited school of Radiologic Technology with Radiologic Technologist (RT) Certification

Current Massachusetts RT State License

Current ARRT Registration

Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) Certification

Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Certification

Job description

Job Requirements

Offering a $10,000 sign on bonus for new external hires

Schedule: 4x10 hour shifts

Hours: 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM

On-call requirements: one weeknight of call per week and one weekend of call per month.

At Lowell General Hospital, our Cardiac Catheterization Lab team is dedicated to providing exceptional cardiovascular care through a wide range of diagnostic and interventional procedures in a collaborative, patient-focused environment. This role offers the unique opportunity to expand your skill set through cross-training in the Electrophysiology (EP) Lab, allowing you to gain experience with advanced cardiac rhythm management procedures while working alongside expert physicians and clinical teams.

Why you'll love working at Lowell General Hospital:

• Free parking - because your commute should be the easiest part of your day
• Benefits starting Day 1 - including medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Generous PTO package with 30 days off to recharge and enjoy life outside of work
• Career growth: advancement opportunities into Tech II and Tech III roles, supported by competency-based training and professional development.
• Retirement match with immediate 100% vesting in your contributions - your future starts building right away

Job Overview

This position plays a crucial role in delivering quality patient care by assisting in diagnostic and interventional cardiac catheterization procedures. Collaborating with other members of the care team, this role is responsible for promoting the policies, procedures, philosophy, and objectives of the CardioVascular Center.We are looking for team members who display high level abilities and advanced clinical practice while maintaining a willingness to learn and grow in the rapidly changing world of interventional cardiology.

Work Experience

Minimum Qualifications

1. Degree from an accredited school of Radiologic Technology with Radiologic Technologist (RT) Certification
2. Current ARRT Registration.
3. Current Massachusetts RT State License.
4. Obtain Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) Certification within six (6) months of hire.
5. Obtain Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Certification within six (6) months of hire.

Preferred Qualifications

1. Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist (RCIS) Certification.
2. 1-year Cath Lab/IR Clinical Experience

Duties and Responsibilities

1. Prepares the cardiac catheterization lab for procedures, including setting up the sterile procedure table and ensuring all necessary supplies and apparel are available.
2. Assists in clean up and turnover of room in preparation for following procedure.
3. Assists preparing patient for cardiac catheterization procedures, including prepping access site(s) and properly draping patient in the fashion that corresponds to the procedure, while maintaining standards of sterility.
4. Sets up, operates, and troubleshoots cardiac catheterization equipment, ensuring their proper functioning during procedures, including:
   • - G.E. digital angiography equipment, including acquisition and archiving of angiographic images.
   • - MedRad contrast power injectors, including operation and maintenance of.
   • - Boston Scientific intravascular ultrasound (IVUS), including maintenance of the IVUS database.
   • - OpSens pressure wire device, including FFR and dPR recordings.
   • - Impella
   • - Intra-aortic Balloon Pump
   • - Shockwave (IVL)
5. Accurately documents procedure charges, supply charges, fluoroscopy time and radiation dose, and contrast dosage.
6. Collaborates with the healthcare team to maintain a sterile environment within the cath lab, adhering to infection control protocols.
7. Ensures proper radiation safety protocols are followed, including use of lead aprons and shielding to minimize radiation exposure to patients, staff, and oneself.
8. Responsible for notifying physician of elevated radiation doses intraprocedurally.
9. Participates in quality assurance initiatives to improve the efficiency and safety of cardiac catheterization procedures.
10. Assists in managing supplies and equipment within the cath lab, ensuring all necessary items are readily available.
11. Participates in the orientation and training of new staff members and collaborate effectively with cardiologists, nurses, and other healthcare professionals.
12. Prepares to respond to emergencies and provide immediate assistance during complications or adverse events, including cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), cardiac defibrillation, and artificial respiration.

About Lowell General

For more than 125 years, Lowell General has served the Greater Lowell community with pride. We balance the first-rate care of a premier medical center with the warmth of a four-time Magnet-recognized community hospital. As a member of our team, you'll join over 3,000 dedicated care providers to offer complete, connected care, when and where patients need it most.

Magnet Designation

The American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) honored Lowell General Hospital with Magnet Recognition for excellence in nursing care, our fourth designation achieved in March 2025! The Magnet Recognition Program recognizes healthcare organizations dedicated to nursing excellence, professionalism, and patient-focused care. It is the highest level of recognition an organization can receive for providing the very best quality in patient care. Only nine percent of hospitals in the United States have achieved Magnet status and fewer than one percent of hospitals have achieved a fourth consecutive Magnet designation.

At Tufts Medicine, we want every individual to feel valued for the skills and experience they bring. Our compensation philosophy is designed to offer fair, competitive pay that attracts, retains, and motivates highly talented individuals, while rewarding the important work you do every day.

The base pay ranges reflect the minimum qualifications for the role. Individual offers are determined using a comprehensive approach that considers relevant experience, certifications, education, skills, and internal equity to ensure compensation is fair, consistent, and aligned with our business goals.

Beyond base pay, Tufts Medicine provides a comprehensive Total Rewards package that supports your health, financial security, and career growth-one of the many ways we invest in you so you can thrive both at work and outside of it.

Pay Range

$48.60 - $61.96