Cardiac Cath. Tech. II

University Medical Center of El Paso; El Paso (TX); Presencial; USD 70.000 - 100.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

University Medical Center of El Paso seeks a skilled Radiology Technologist for the Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory. You will perform interventional procedures, assist physicians with catheter insertions, and ensure imaging accuracy for cardiac diagnostics.

Two years of cath lab or related experience, ARRT MRT or RCIS/CVT, and current BLS/ACLS are required. Strong data analysis and interdisciplinary collaboration are essential in this fast-paced setting.

Formación

• Two years of experience in Cardiac Catheterization, Interventional Radiology or Neuro Intervention.
• ARRT MRT with licensure, or RCIS/CVT.
• Current BLS and ACLS certifications.
• Associate's degree in Radiology preferred.

Responsabilidades

• Performs a wide range of cardiac interventional procedures with X-rays and angiograms in the Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory, assisting the Cardiovascular physician by catheter insertion and diagnostic imaging.
• Develops and monitors department systems and coordinates activities to improve quality of patient care.
• Uses data analysis for benchmarking and works with the Cardiovascular Medical Director on performance improvement data collection and presentation.

Conocimientos

Cath Lab knowledge

Data analysis

Communication skills

Calm under pressure

Problem solving

Educación

High School diploma

AS in Radiology

Descripción del empleo

• Facility University Medical Center of El Paso
• Schedule - Shift - Hours Full Time - Rotating - 7-1500

Performs a wide range of cardiac interventional procedures with X-rays and angiograms and assists the cardiovascular physician by inserting small catheters through needles for the purpose of diagnosing cardiac disease and heart functionality. Knowledgeable regarding the Joint Commission (TJC) and Radiology standards.

Assists in the development and monitoring of department-specific systems and in the coordination of activities that improve the quality of patient care in the Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory. Utilizes previous experience in the development of a performance improvement program for the Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory. Is familiar with data analysis for the purpose of benchmarking. Works in collaboration with Cardiovascular Medical Director for the purpose of performance improvement data collection and presentation.

Work Experience:

Two years of experience in Cardiac Catherization, Interventional Radiology or Neuro Intervention required.

License/Registration/Certification:

Medical Radiologic Technologist (MRT) with Registered Technologist (R) (ARRT) required, or

Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist (RCIS), or Cardiovascular Technologist (CVT) required.

Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.

Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) is required.

Education and Training:

High School diploma or equivalent required.

Associate’s degree of Applied Sciences in Radiology preferred.

Skills:

• Knowledge in appropriate Charge Description Master and CPT (Current Procedural Terminology).
• Knowledge of operating cath lab equipment and performing diagnostic imaging.
• Excellent knowledge of cardiovascular anatomy and medical terminology.
• Ability to stay calm under pressure and work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Possesses critical thinking and problem solving skills.
• Possesses effective oral and written communication skills.
• Possesses effective interpersonal relationship skills.
• Technically competent in tasks within the scope of practice of a Diagnostic Radiology Technologist.
• Ability to utilize computers for documentation purposes.