Cardiac Catheterization Technologist - 40 Hours Day Shift

Boston Medical Center Health System; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is seeking a dedicated Cardiac Catheterization Technologist to join their dynamic team. This role involves performing critical functions related to hemodynamic monitoring and imaging in the Cardiology department, ensuring high-quality patient care. You will work under the guidance of a Cardiologist and the Chief Radiologic Technologist, collaborating with a skilled team to support patients undergoing cardiac procedures. This position offers an opportunity to enhance your skills in a fast-paced environment while maintaining a commitment to patient confidentiality and cultural respect. If you are passionate about cardiology and ready to make a difference, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• Graduate of Cardiovascular or Radiologic Technology program required.
• MA RT or RCIS License and ACLS/BLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Perform all duties under the direction of the Chief Radiologic Technologist.
• Maintain quality control and perform hemodynamic monitoring.
• Assist with patient preparation for invasive procedures.

Skills

Good judgment and problem solving skills

Effective communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Education

Graduate of an allied health or certificate program for Cardiovascular Technology

Graduate of Radiologic Technology program

Tools

Sensitometric equipment

Densitometric equipment

Job description

Overview

Under the direction of a Cardiologist, the Cardiac Catheterization Technologist performs functions related to hemodynamic and imaging, and ambulatory monitoring operation in the Cardiology department. This person performs those procedures at a level not requiring constant supervision.

Shift: Day Shift (Weekends and On-Call Required)

Key Responsibilities:

1. Performs all Cardiac Catheterizations Technologist's duties under the direction of the Chief Radiologic Technologist.
2. Performs and records hemodynamic monitoring.
3. Maintains proficiency through continuing education credits.
4. Assists with the radiologic operations of the Cardiac Cath Lab.
5. Performs quality control standard by using the optimum diagnostic imaging.
6. Performs simple trouble-shooting for equipment.
7. Requests service as needed.
8. Completes the patient billing forms for the Cath Lab procedures(s).
9. Performs the daily calibration and maintenance of the film processor with the use of sensitometric and densitometric equipment.
10. Assists with the preparation of the cardiology patients having an invasive procedure.
11. Takes evening and weekend calls for emergency procedures in the Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory.
12. This person shall be accountable for maintaining the confidentiality and security of all hospital-related, medical staff-related, and patient-related data and information.
13. This person shall be accountable for abiding by all relevant hospital policies and procedures.
14. Demonstrates respect and regard for the dignity of all patients, families, visitors, and fellow employees to ensure a professional, responsible, and courteous environment.
15. Commits to recognize and respect cultural diversity for all customers (internal and external).
16. Communicates effectively with internal and external customers with respect of differences in cultures, values, beliefs and ages, utilizing interpreters when needed.
17. Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Knowledge & Skills

1. Good judgment and problem solving skills
2. Must be able to collaborate and effectively communicate with physicians, nurses and other health care professionals
3. Effective communication, interpersonal and organization skills

Education/Experience/Licensure/Technical/Other:

• Education: Graduate of an allied health or certificate program for Cardiovascular Technology or Radiologic Technology
• Experience (Type & Length): Previous catheterization laboratory experience preferred.
• Certification/Licensure: MA RT or RCIS License required. ACLS required, and BLS required

Equal Opportunity Employer/Disabled/Veterans