Cardiovascular Radiologic Technologist, Day Shift, Full-time

Adventist Health; St. Helena (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Adventist Health's St. Helena Hospital seeks a Radiologic Technologist to assist physicians with diagnostic and therapeutic cardiovascular procedures in the cath lab.

You will operate x-ray and physiologic equipment, monitor patient vitals, and maintain equipment and records in accordance with strict radiation safety standards. Requirements include an Associate's degree (preferred), ARRT-R, CA RT license, current CPR/BLS, and cath lab experience.

Qualifications

• ARRT-R radiography certification required.
• Radiologic tech license in CA/Hawaii required.
• CA fluoroscopy license within 6 months of hire.
• CPR/BLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Assist physicians during procedures and operate special equipment.
• Monitor patient vital signs and ensure radiation safety standards.
• Maintain and troubleshoot cardiac cath equipment and record test results.
• Complete procedural forms and keep area stocked and clean.

Skills

Radiology equipment operation

Infection control

Patient monitoring

Assists during procedures

Education

Associate's degree or equivalent

Tools

C-Arm

Angiographic injectors

Cardiac Cath equipment

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION

Located in one of the most beautiful regions in the United States, St. Helena Hospital was founded in 1878 and has a rich history of innovative medical care. We are comprised of a 151-bed hospital, emergency department and medical offices with centers of excellence in specialty care, including Adventist Heart and Vascular Institute, Coon Joint Replacement Institute, Martin-O'Neil Cancer Center and Behavioral Health units. In the heart of Napa Valley, St. Helena is a charming place, and the quality of life is unsurpassed with outdoor adventure, rejuvenation at luxurious spas, popular restaurants, as well as perfect weekend getaways to San Francisco or the coast.

Up to $20,000 hiring incentive and $5,000 relocation available for eligible rehires and external hires who meet the required qualifications and conditions for payment.

Job Summary:

Aids physicians in diagnosis and treatment of heart, lung, and blood vessel disorders by conducting invasive and non-invasive diagnostic tests of cardiovascular and pulmonary systems. Operates x-ray and physiological equipment. Assists with diagnostic and therapeutic procedures. Maintains equipment and records test results.

Job Requirements:

Education and Work Experience:

• Associate's Degree or equivalent combination of education/related experience: Preferred
• One year's catheterization experience: Preferred

Licenses/Certifications:

• American Registry of Radiologic Technologists - Radiography (ARRT-R): Required
• Radiologic Tech (RT) in the state of practice: Required in CA and HI
• Current Fluoroscopy license: Required in CA within 6 months of hire
• Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification or Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from approved vendor per AH policy: Required

Facility Specific License/Certifications:

• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from approved vendor per AH policy: Required

Essential Functions:

• Assists physicians with procedures. Operates all special procedure equipment and can select and modify technical factors as needed. Acts as a resource for specialized or complicated procedures; consistently applies knowledge from complex situations to improve practice, and shares improvements with team members.
• Monitors, records and evaluates patient vital signs throughout procedures. Provides protection to patients in accordance with prescribed radiation safety standards; uses collimation, patient radiation protection, and immobilization. Maintains proper sterile techniques for procedures; regularly practices aseptic techniques; strictly obeys isolation and infection control procedures.
• Operates, records and maintains physiologic equipment, in accordance with established clinical cardiovascular procedures. Responsible for all cardiac Cath equipment, such as C-Arm, angiographic injectors, and associated patient monitoring equipment; reports any malfunctions and regularly practices preventive maintenance procedures; demonstrates the ability to perform simple troubleshooting and repair.
• Assists the Cardiologist and/or Radiologist or physician during special procedures and in the administration of opaque media via catheter or direct injection; assists during examination relative to the catheterization, filming, and monitoring of the patient.
• Completes appropriate forms at the start and end of any special procedures, including special procedures record sheet and Radiology requisition. Charges are appropriately recorded. Performs general office duties as requested. Keeps area stocked at all times; cleans and disinfects equipment after each patient use; daily cleans special procedures room.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Organizational Requirements:

Adventist Health is committed to the safety and wellbeing of our associates and patients. Therefore, we require that all associates receive all required vaccinations as a condition of employment and annually thereafter, where applicable. Medical and religious exemptions may apply.

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ABOUT US

Adventist Health is a faith-based, nonprofit, integrated health system serving more than 100 communities on the West Coast and Hawaii with over 440 sites of care, including 27 acute care facilities. Founded on Adventist heritage and values, Adventist Health provides care in hospitals, clinics, home care, and hospice agencies in both rural and urban communities. Our compassionate and talented team of more than 38,000 includes employees, physicians, Medical Staff, and volunteers driven in pursuit of one mission: living God's love by inspiring health, wholeness and hope.