Cardiac Cath Technologist | Jefferson Hospital

High Market Health; Jefferson Hills (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated professional to assist in diagnostic and interventional cardiac procedures. This role involves working closely with a team to ensure safe and effective patient care. The ideal candidate will possess strong knowledge of cardiovascular physiology and maintain expertise in radiographic imaging techniques. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to patient outcomes in a dynamic healthcare environment, where your skills will be essential in delivering quality care and supporting procedural activities. If you are passionate about making a difference in patient care, this role could be the perfect fit for you.

Qualifications

• Radiography Certification required within 1 year of hire.
• ACLS Certification within 6 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Assist in diagnostic and interventional cardiac procedures.
• Maintain expertise in radiographic techniques for invasive procedures.

Skills

Cardiovascular Physiology

Peripheral Vascular Physiology

Radiographic Imaging Techniques

Troubleshooting Equipment

Monitoring Patient Conditions

Education

Radiography Certification

ACLS Certification

Associate Degree

Job description

Company :

Allegheny Health Network

Job Description :

GENERAL OVERVIEW:

This job will assist in the performance of diagnostic and interventional cardiac, peripheral, and EP procedures. As an effective team member, the individual works directly with the physician, nurse and other team members to provide safe, quality, cost effective, professional patient care services to obtain expected outcomes.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Integrates knowledge of cardiovascular and peripheral vascular physiology, pathophysiology, and procedural techniques being performed, and assists accordingly. (45%)
• Maintains expertise in current radiographic imagery techniques as they relate to invasive cardiac and peripheral procedures. (15%)
• Operates laboratory equipment; troubleshoots equipment malfunctions and contacts proper support personnel. (15%)
• Assists in monitoring the effects of procedural activities by identifying adverse reactions/conditions and properly responding. (15%)
• Completes all required documentation for procedures e.g. regulatory, billing protocols and image storage and archival. (10%)

QUALIFICATIONS:
Minimum

• Radiography Certification and Registration with The American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) OR Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist with Cardiovascular Credentialing International required within 1 year of hire
• ACLS Certification within 6 months of hire
• CPR – American Heart Association
• Act 34 Criminal Background Clearance Certificate
• Act 33 Child Abuse Clearance Certificate
• Act 73 FBI Fingerprinting Criminal Background Clearance Certificate

Preferred:

• Associate degree
• 1 year in a Cath Lab, Interventional Radiology or Radiology

Disclaimer: The job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and essential duties and responsibilities of work performed by employees within this job title. It may not contain a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees to do this job.

Compliance Requirement: This job adheres to the ethical and legal standards and behavioral expectations as set forth in the code of business conduct and company policies.

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