Cardiac Cath Technologist (Days)

UNC Health; Kinston (NC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

UNC Health in North Carolina is seeking a Cardiac Cath Technologist to perform radiographic procedures and assist in invasive cardiac procedures. You will prepare patients, administer contrast, monitor hemodynamic data and operate imaging equipment, ensuring high-quality images for diagnosis.

The role requires 2+ years in a cath lab, ARRT/RCIS or equivalent certification, and BLS/ACLS. Strong teamwork and patient care are essential in a fast-paced angiography unit.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Radiology Technologist Program or accredited CVT program.
• At least 2 years in a Cardiac Catheterization setting.
• BLS, ACLS, ARRT or RCIS certification.
• Previous experience in Cardiac Cath/IR/EP lab may substitute for education requirements.

Responsibilities

• Performs diagnostic, special and radiographic procedures.
• Assists in invasive procedures including scrubbing, circulating, monitoring and recording hemodynamic parameters.
• Administers contrast media per provider orders and manages IV therapy as needed.
• Operates radiology equipment and ensures proper image transfer to PACS and image quality.
• Maintains and restocks the assigned room and related supplies to prevent backlogs.

Skills

Radiation safety

Special procedures equipment

EKG interpretation

Independence

Leadership

Education

Radiology program or CVT

2+ years Cardiac Cath experience

BLS, ACLS, ARRT/RCIS

Experience may substitute education

Job description

Job Description

Description

Your passion belongs at UNC Health. Join more than 56,000 teammates working together to improve the health and well-being of the communities we serve across North Carolina.

Summary

The Special Procedures/Cardiac Cath Technologist performs a variety of technical procedures for the application of prescribed ionizing radiation for radiological assessment, diagnosis and therapy. Works under the direction of a Physician. Assists physicians with minimally invasive, image-guided vascular procedures, including angioplasty, stenting, thrombolysis, and others to capture images of blood vessels and treat organ-system diseases.

Responsibilities

• 1. Performs diagnostic, special and radiographic procedures.
• 2. Assists in all aspects of invasive procedures, including scrubbing, circulating, monitoring and recording hemodynamic parameters in accordance with policy and procedure.
• 3. Prepares patient for exams. Confirms that pertinent forms (i.e., consents) are complete for procedures.
• 4. Administers contrast media according to provider orders. Demonstrates knowledge of IV therapy techniques (i.e., verifies type, concentration, amount and expiration date).
• 5. Operates all equipment/devices as appropriate including but not limited to radiology equipment and related to the transfer of images to the PACS system, checking image quality and proper identification.
• 6. Positions patient on examination table and adjusts immobilization devices as required to obtain optimum views of specified area of the body requested by physician.
• 7. Takes appropriate precautions to minimize radiation exposure to patient.
• 8. Ensures documentation is complete and accurate in all systems. Monitors and records all procedural data.
• 9. Performs QC tech functions as requested.
• 10. Assists in developing, implementing and evaluating quality management programs for Special Procedures and Diagnostic Radiology.
• 11. Demonstrates equipment and procedure competency during procedure.
• 12. Maintains, cleans, and restocks assigned room and notifies supervisor of unavailable supplies.
• 13. Works at such a pace and demonstrates organizational skills to ensure no backlogs of work or undue delays in patient flow.
• 14. Operates equipment and technology safely and properly. Reports problems or malfunctions to supervisor.
• 15. Demonstrates a willingness to assist wherever needed. Has an understanding that shifts may have to be altered due to workload or staffing at supervisors’ discretion.
• 16. Assists supervisor with instruction of new teammates.
• 17. Assists with instruction of students.
• 18. Is available and flexible to ensure coverage for the area.
• 19. Completes continuing education and in-service programs to meet regulatory and job requirements.
• 20. Actively participates in staff meetings and on committees as requested.
• 21. Participates in performance improvement activities.
• 22. Presents and promotes a professional demeanor at all times, establishes high standards of customer service, supports responsibility, pride, and teamwork, remains calm under pressure, and offers reasonable solutions for problems.
• 23. Demonstrates appropriate interaction with and provides recommended care and services to all patients. Exhibits knowledge and basic understanding regarding the needs of adult and geriatric patients, and the cultural needs of all patients.
• 24. Applies knowledge of principles of standard precautions. Routinely uses PPE to avoid risk of exposure to self and others.

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EDUCATION

• Graduate of an accredited Radiology Technologist Program or accredited CVT program.
• **Previous experience as a technologist in Cardiac Cath, Interventional Radiology or Electrophysiology Lab or a graduate of a certificate or degree granting program in a health science or related field may be substituted for the professional education requirements above.

EXPERIENCE

• At least 2 years in a Cardiac Catheterization setting.

LICENSURE/REGISTRATION/CERTIFICATION

• BLS
• ACLS
• ARRT or RCIS

OTHER SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS

• Knowledge of Radiation Safety
• Knowledge of Special Procedures Equipment and Supplies
• EKG interpretation
• Ability to work independently
• Ability to work at such a pace and demonstrate organizational skills as to ensure no backlogs of work or undue delays in patient flow.
• Ability to demonstrate leadership qualities, e.g., maturity, job knowledge, professionalism, communication skills, etc.

01.7270.3225

Job Details

Legal Employer: Lenoir Health

Entity: UNC Lenoir Health Care

Organization Unit: Angiography

Work Type: Full Time

Standard Hours Per Week: 32.00

Work Assignment Type: Onsite

Work Schedule: Day Job

Location of Job: LENOIR MEM

Exempt From Overtime: Exempt: No

Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran or political affiliation.