Cardiac Cath Technologist Extern

Highmark Health; Coal Valley (PA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Allegheny Health Network is seeking a radiologic technologist who will perform radiographic imaging and assist physicians during catheterization lab procedures under supervision. The role requires independent judgment within competency, and cross-functional collaboration with clinical teams.

The candidate must be enrolled in a radiology technologist program, possess a high school diploma, and complete required background checks and CPR certification.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Currently enrolled in a radiology technologist program.
• CPR and background clearance requirements (Act 34/33/73/FBI)

Responsibilities

• Prepares for and assists in catheterization lab procedures with knowledge of cardiovascular physiology and procedural techniques.
• Operates and troubleshoots radiology equipment; coordinates with support staff.
• Monitors procedural effects and responds to adverse reactions/conditions.
• Completes documentation for procedures including image storage and archival.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Enrolled in radiology technologist program

Job description

Company : Allegheny Health Network

Job Description :

GENERAL OVERVIEW

This role performs prescribed radiographic imaging procedures and assists the provider during catheterization lab procedures at a technical level under the direct supervision of a technologist. Competently performs a variety of technical procedures, up to the level of documented competency, that require independent judgement and initiative.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Prepares for and assists the physician in catheterization lab procedures by integrating knowledge of cardiovascular and peripheral vascular physiology, pathophysiology, and procedural techniques (50%)
• Operates equipment, troubleshoot equipment as indicated, and contacts proper support personnel in collaboration with their preceptor (15%)
• Assists in monitoring the effects of procedural activities by identifying adverse reactions/conditions and properly responding (15%)
• Completes all required documentation for procedures including image storage and achival (10%)
• Other duties as assigned (10%)

QUALIFICATIONS

Required High School/GED.
Presently enrolled, and in good standing, in a radiology technologist program.
Additional Employment Requirements: CPR Act 34 Criminal Background Clearance Certificate Act 33 Child Abuse Clearance Certificate Act 73 FBI Fingerprinting Criminal Background Clearance

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