Cardiovascular Radiographer I

St. Elizabeth HealthCare; Edgewood (KY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Elizabeth Healthcare in Edgewood, KY seeks a Cardiovascular Radiologic Technologist I to perform radiographic imaging and assist cardiology procedures under a qualified cardiologist. The role emphasizes patient safety, equipment operation, and collaboration with physicians and staff.

You will operate imaging systems, support catheterization procedures, and help ensure quality diagnostics while upholding compassionate care and professional standards within a busy cath lab environment.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an approved accredited Radiologic Technology program.
• Current CPR certification.
• ACLS certification (must be obtained within orientation period and prior to working independently).
• ARRT(R) registered.
• State Licensure: Kentucky KBMIRT Radiation Operator's License.
• Indiana license to be obtained if working in Indiana.

Responsibilities

• Operates and maintains radiographic, digital, processing and viewing equipment for high-quality images and quantitative analysis.
• Acts as first assistant during diagnostic and therapeutic catheterization procedures.
• Maintains knowledge of diagnostic and therapeutic equipment for accuracy and safety.
• Reviews pre-procedural assessments and communicates pertinent data to MDs for imaging and patient safety.
• Assist in education of new employees and mentors.
• Assist in performance improvement activities in the cath lab, including data collection and analysis.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Radiologic technology

CPR certification

ACLS certification

ARRT(R) registered

Licensed RT

Education

Graduate of an approved accredited program of Radiologic Technology

Tools

KBMIRT Radiation Operator's License

Indiana ISDH License (if working in Indiana)

Job description

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Job Type:

Regular

Scheduled Hours:

40

Why You’ll Love Working with St. Elizabeth Healthcare

At St. Elizabeth Healthcare, every role supports our mission to provide comprehensive and compassionate care to the communities we serve. For more than 160 years, St. Elizabeth Healthcare has been a trusted provider of quality care across Kentucky, Indiana, and Ohio. We’re guided by our mission to improve the health of the communities we serve and by our values of excellence, integrity, compassion, and teamwork. Our associates are the heart of everything we do.

We invest in you — personally and professionally.

Enjoy:

• Competitive pay and comprehensive health coverage within the first 30 days.
• Generous paid time off and flexible work schedules
• Retirement savings with employer match
• Tuition reimbursement and professional development opportunities
• Wellness, mental health, and recognition programs
• Career advancement through mentorship and internal mobility

Job Summary:

The Cardiovascular Radiologic Technologist I is a health care professional that, through the utilization of specialized equipment and under the direction of a qualified cardiologist assists procedures on adult patients resulting in accurate diagnosis and/or optimal treatment of congenital or acquired heart and/or peripheral vascular disease while maintaining maximum patient safety. CVRT-I is primarily responsible for employing imaging techniques and operation of X-Ray and other related equipment. Demonstrate respect, dignity, kindness and empathy in each encounter with all patients, families, visitors and other employees regardless of cultural background.

Job Description:

Job Duties:

• Operates and maintains all radiographic, digital, processing and viewing equipment associated with the production of high-quality images and quantitative analysis of coronary/peripheral anatomy. Applies principles of radiation safety and protection.
• Acts as first assistant during diagnostic and therapeutic catheterization procedures to assure completeness of case.
• Maintains a thorough knowledge in the use of all diagnostic and therapeutic equipment and products for procedures to ensure its’ accuracy and safety.
• Reviews the pre-procedural patient assessment to obtain adequate information, communicate pertinent data to MD and ensure appropriate imaging and patient safety.
• Assist in the education process of new employees, mentors students and other healthcare professionals observing in the cath lab.
• Assist in the development of performance improvement activities in the cath lab, to include ideas, data collection, data analysis and implementing change to ensure best practice in the cath lab.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education, Credentials, Licenses:

• Graduate of an approved accredited program of Radiologic Technology.
• Current CPR certification
• ACLS certification (must be obtained within orientation period and prior to working independently)
• ARRT(R) registered
• State Licensure:

Kentucky

• KBMIRT Radiation Operator's License

Indiana

• Indiana State Department of Health (ISDH) License to be obtained if working in Indiana

Specialized Knowledge:

Understanding of radiation protection and sterile technique

Kind and Length of Experience:

Licensed RT with adequate clinical experience from an approved program.

FLSA Status:

Non-Exempt

Right Career. Right Here. If you're looking for the right careers in healthcare, the right place to be is at St. Elizabeth. Join us, and you'll take pride in the level of care we offer our community.

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Ref. Number
JR314269
Job Category
Allied Health
Job Type
Radiology
Department
Edgewood Cardiac Catheterization Lab
Shift
1st Shift
Hours
40 hours