Cardiovascular Radiology Technologist

MedStar Health; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a Cardiovascular Technologist - H&V Specialist in Cincinnati to deliver comprehensive patient care in invasive cardiology. The role involves performing angiographic procedures, maintaining optimal image quality, and ensuring patient safety and education. Candidates must have a minimum of one year of Cath Lab experience and IMPELLA device expertise, along with a high level of professionalism.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of Cath Lab experience.
• Must have IMPELLA device experience.
• ACLS preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Perform angiographic procedures ensuring optimal image quality.
• Collaborate with healthcare team on patient data and safety.
• Implement measures for contamination prevention.

Skills

Understanding of cardiovascular anatomy

Professionalism

Ability to establish relationships

Skill in scrub and x-ray procedures

Education

Ohio Radiologic License

Job description

The Cardiovascular Technologist - H&V Specialist will provide continuous, comprehensive care to the adult and geriatric invasive cardiology and invasive peripheral and angiography patients. This role requires utilizing specialized knowledge, judgment, and skills in compliance with standards of care and customer service standards. The technologist performs angiographic procedures, including invasive vascular treatments and examinations, ensuring optimal image quality. Care is provided based on the concepts inherent in the model of care for TCH, promoting an ongoing partnership between patients, families, and the healthcare team. The care is culturally based and age-specific.

Job Responsibilities

• Understand signs, symptoms, and data related to the patient's presenting needs.


• Recognize and appropriately report to the physician and charge RN pertinent abnormal data and changes in the patient's condition.


• Utilize appropriate handoff methods to collaborate with other healthcare team members, communicating pertinent data regarding the patient's physiological and psychological data.


• Assess patient, family, and environment for safety risks, proactively seeking out and performing safety initiatives.


• Provide ongoing, individualized holistic patient and family education based on needs with the multidisciplinary team.


• Demonstrate critical thinking upon review of physician orders, making appropriate referrals, and contacting other health team professionals.


• Respond to emergency situations that require immediate, controlled precision in a skillful manner.


• Implement measures to prevent contamination and/or transmission of disease, including the use of appropriate protective devices and equipment to prevent injury and maintain a safe environment.


• Function as a scrub assistant to the cardiologist/radiologist using the principles of sterile technique. Aid in the technical performance of diagnostic/interventional procedures in the cath lab and angiography.


• Set up sterile trays and all specialized equipment according to the procedure being performed.


• Maintain hemostasis of a vessel post-procedure using a compression device, closure device, or manual compression. Recognize potential problems associated with insertion sites and take appropriate corrective actions if indicated.


• Maintain competency on arterial and venous sheath removal techniques and groin management.


• Demonstrate knowledge of department policies regarding radiation safety while using x-ray equipment.


• Provide proper radiation protection for patients, self, and others (use lead aprons, lead gloves, and gonadal shielding when appropriate).


• Properly screen all females of childbearing age for possible pregnancy.


• Properly wear radiation dosimetry badges, exchange badges each month, and review/sign monthly dosimetry reports.

Required Skills & Experience

• 1-2 years of previous experience in the field.


• Good understanding of cardiovascular and peripheral anatomy to support learning stimulator role during complex ablations.


• Responsible for meeting individual education and training requirements.


• Participate in on-call coverage as the job requires.


• Possess a high level of professionalism and the ability to establish good relationships with patients, staff, and physicians.


• Able to perform duties with minimal supervision.

Required: Minimum 1 year of Cath Lab experience - ability to scrub and x-ray procedures. MUST HAVE IMPELLA DEVICE EXPERIENCE. Preferred experience includes peripheral vascular, structural heart, and experience in larger value hospitals; ACLS is preferred but not required. Please upload proof of an Ohio Radiologic License within 7 days of accepting an offer or the offer may be rescinded.

Schedule Notes

Duration: 8 weeks. Shift: 4x10s 7:00AM-5:30PM. Plus call 5pm - 7am during the week and weekend call is from 7am Saturday am - 7am Monday am. Call shifts will also be required with a 30-minute response time for emergency cases.

About Equiliem Healthcare

Equiliem Healthcare specializes in staffing clinical, non-clinical, and allied personnel. We excel in all levels, disciplines, and specialties within the healthcare spectrum. Our projects range from short to long-term local and travel assignments. Equiliem is recognized as a certified small business enterprise and has earned the prestigious Joint Commission accreditation for staffing firms. We have been awarded Best in Staffing for four consecutive years by our employees and client partners.