Cardiac Cath Technologist Sr

Allegheny Health Network; Erie (Erie County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Allegheny Health Network is seeking a skilled professional to assist the Invasive Cardiologist in diagnostic and interventional procedures in Erie, United States. The ideal candidate should have at least 3 years of experience in a cardiac cath lab or interventional radiology, and possess relevant certifications such as ACLS and ARRT. A strong emphasis on critical thinking and effective judgment is essential for this role. The position contributes to both efficient and cost-effective functioning of the department, with opportunities for staff training and safety monitoring.

Qualifications

• 3 years’ experience in a cardiac cath lab or interventional radiology.
• Certification in Cardiac Interventional Radiography or equivalent.
• ACLS certification required.
• CPR certification by the American Heart Association.
• Act 34, 33, and 73 clearance certificates.

Responsibilities

• Assist invasive cardiologist in procedures and leadership.
• Maintain expertise in radiographic imagery techniques.
• Orient and troubleshoot laboratory equipment for staff.
• Anticipate adverse reactions during procedures.
• Document regulatory and billing requirements.

Skills

Critical thinking

Decisive judgment

Independent judgment

Knowledge of cardiovascular physiology

Education

Associate Degree

Job description

Company

Allegheny Health Network

General Overview

This job assists the Invasive Cardiologist in the performance of diagnostic and interventional procedures; demonstrates leadership in collaboration with co‑workers to achieve efficient and cost‑effective functioning of the department.

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%)
• Orients inexperienced staff on the operation of laboratory equipment; troubleshoots malfunctions, and is knowledgeable of proper support personnel and instances when they need to be contacted. (15%)
• Anticipates adverse reactions / conditions when monitoring the effects of all procedural activities, and responds appropriately. (15%)
• Completes required documentation for procedures e.g. regulatory, billing protocols and image storage and archival. (10%)

Qualifications

Minimum

• 3 years’ experience in a cardiac cath lab or interventional radiology.
• Cardiac Interventional Radiography (CI) – OR – Cardiovascular Interventional Radiography (CV) – OR – Radiography (R) – OR – Vascular Interventional Radiography (VI) certification issued by The American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) OR Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist with Cardiovascular Credentialing International.
• ACLS.
• Critical thinking, decisive and independent judgment.
• 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.

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