Cardiovascular Radiologic Technologist, Part-time, Day Shift

Adventist Health; Kailua (HI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Adventist Health Castle in Kailua, Hawaii, seeks an Radiologic Technologist to aid physicians in diagnosing and treating heart, lung, and vascular disorders. The role involves operating x-ray and physiologic equipment, assisting with catheterization procedures, and maintaining equipment and records.

Required credentials include ARRT-R, HI RT license, and CPR/BLS; ACLS is also required. Associate degree or equivalent experience is preferred, with potential for related experience in

Qualifications

• Associate Degree or equivalent combination of education/related experience: Preferred
• One year's catheterization experience: Preferred
• ARRT-R Radiography certification required
• RT license in HI required
• CPR/BLS certification required
• ACLS certification required
• BLS certification required for AH policy

Responsibilities

• Assist physicians with cardiovascular procedures and use specialized equipment
• Monitor patient vitals during procedures and ensure radiation safety practices
• Operate and maintain cardiac cath equipment and related monitoring devices
• Assist during administration of contrast media and catheterization procedures
• Complete required forms and keep procedures area stocked and clean
• Perform other related duties as assigned

Skills

Cardiovascular imaging

Radiology procedures

Vital signs monitoring

Infection control

Education

Associate's degree preferred

Related experience considered

Tools

C-Arm

Angiographic injectors

Physiologic equipment

Job description

Located in Kailua, Adventist Health Castle has been one of the area's leading healthcare providers since 1963. We are comprised of a 160-bed hospital, eight medical offices, home care services, urgent cares and a vast scope of services located throughout O'ahu. In 2017, Adventist Health Castle was recognized with the Malcolm Baldrige National Quality Award, the nation's highest presidential honor for performance excellence. O'ahu is known for its ideal climate, diverse culture and picturesque landscape. The allure of Castle's laid-back lifestyle is complimented by its close-knit and proud community.

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 â€" Radiography (ARRT-R): Required
• Radiologic Tech (RT) in the state of practice: Required in CA and HI
• 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

Department Specific License/Certifications:

• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) 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. Adventist Health participates in E-Verify. Visit https://adventisthealth.org/careers/everify/ for more information about E-Verify. By choosing to apply, you acknowledge that you have accessed and read the E-Verify Participation and Right to Work notices and understand the contents therein.