Cardiovascular Special Procedure / Cath Lab Radiology Technician

Texas Health Resources; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic and compassionate team at a leading healthcare provider as a Cardiovascular Special Procedures Technician. In this full-time role, you'll be integral to delivering exceptional patient care in a fast-paced IR Cath Lab environment. Your responsibilities will include assessing patients, preparing for procedures, and operating advanced imaging equipment. This role offers a unique opportunity to positively impact patients' lives while working alongside experienced professionals. With a commitment to excellence and continuous learning, you'll thrive in a supportive culture that values your contributions. Embrace the chance to grow your career in a well-respected healthcare institution.

Benefits

401(k) with match

Paid time off

Competitive health insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Student loan repayment program

Wellness programs

Mentorship and training opportunities

Qualifications

• Associate Degree or completion of accredited cardiovascular technology program required.
• ARRT certification required upon hire; RCIS within six months.

Responsibilities

• Assess and recognize patient conditions during procedures.
• Prepare examination rooms and assist providers during complex procedures.
• Maintain and operate imaging equipment according to standards.

Skills

Patient Care

Technical Skills

Teamwork

Emergency Response

Equipment Maintenance

Education

Associate Degree in Applied Science

Completion of accredited cardiovascular technology program

High school diploma with 2 years experience

Tools

Radiologic Equipment

PACS

HIS/RIS

Job description

Cardiovascular Special Procedures Technician (IR Cath Lab)

Fast-paced, high volume IR Cath Lab department is looking for top skilled technicians. Is that you?

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Work location: Texas Health Southwest Fort Worth: 6100 Harris Pkwy, Ft. Worth, TX 76132

Work hours: Full-time (40 hours/week), 4-10 hr shifts, call required

Department highlights:

Our experienced and compassionate team in Cardiac Cath / IR Lab care for patients with Cardiac, Peripheral Vascular or Electrophysiology related disease. Additionally, we offer Interventional Radiology procedures such as vascular access, biliary and urinary interventions, and venous and arterial thrombectomy. For our clinical staff, we require a 30-minute call response time which includes STEMI call.

Texas Health Harris Methodist Southwest Fort Worth

At Texas Health Southwest and Texas Health Clearfork we’re one hospital in two locations. We’re a 261-bed, full-service hospital serving southwest Fort Worth and surrounding areas since 1987.

We specialize in surgical services, orthopedics, rehab services, imaging services and adult critical care, and we have a 24-hour emergency department. Plus, we are a certified Primary Heart Attack center, certified Primary Stroke center, Level III Trauma, Level III Maternal, Level III Neonatal center, certified Total Hip and Total Knee Replacement facility, and a nationally accredited Breast Center.

Texas Health Southwest has received Magnet designations, plus a CMS 5-Star rating, the US News & World Report top hospital award, and multiple awards for STEMI/NSTEMI.

Here's What You Need:

Education:

1. Associate Degree in Applied Science required or
2. Completion of an accredited program in cardiovascular technology required. Must obtain RCIS within six (6) months of hire or
3. High school diploma or equivalent with two (2) years’ work experience in invasive cardiology required
4. CLIAFE Must comply with CLIA regulations regarding foreign education equivalency required

Experience:

1. One (1) year vascular or cardiac angiography experience preferred
2. Two (2) years’ experience with high school diploma required

Licensure and Certifications:

1. ARRT - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists upon hire required
2. GMRT-General Medical Radiologic Technologist (if ARRT only) upon hire preferred
3. RCIS - Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist (obtain within six (6) months if graduate from Cardiovascular Accredited Program) upon hire required
4. LMRT - Limited Medical Radiologic Technologist (if RCIS only) upon hire preferred
5. RCES - Registered Cardiac Electrophysiology Specialist (for Electrophysiology Labs (EP) only) upon hire required
6. BCLS - Basic Cardiac Life Support (prior to providing independent patient care and maintained quarterly) required
7. ACLS – Advanced Cardiac Life Support within ninety (90) days of hire required

Position Responsibilities

Texas Health Interventional Radiology Technologists are responsible for assessing and recognizing the patient’s emotional, physical, developmental, cognitive and psychosocial conditions.

In addition to the required qualifications, a successful Interventional Radiology Tech will:

Patient Care

1. Uses multidisciplinary, team-oriented actions
2. Assesses and recognizes the patient’s emotional, physical, developmental, cognitive and psychosocial conditions
3. Prepares room for examination (i.e. suction, oxygen, supplies)
4. Checks physician orders and exam requisitions using time-out procedures
5. Greets and acknowledges patient, using two forms of ID
6. Obtains patient history
7. Handles patients with IVs, oxygen, chest tubes or other devices, and monitor patient during imaging
8. Demonstrates knowledge of emergency drugs and equipment
9. Uses proper body mechanics when assisting patient
10. Under the supervision of a provider and in accordance with regulatory code requirements, will provide assistance to the provider while administering contrast media.
11. Processes patient information, displays proper phone etiquette and transports patients as needed

Imaging Procedures, Quality and Processing

1. Explains procedures to patient or guardian / family member if applicable prior to exam
2. Positions patient to correct anatomical area of interest
3. Performs complex procedures including age related criteria and developmental considerations
4. Adjusts technique parameters appropriately for age related factors
5. Assists licensed practitioner or provider with complex and invasive procedures using aseptic technique
6. Maintains attention to details
7. Utilizes proper downtime procedures for PACS and HIS / RIS
8. Correctly sends and transfers images to PACS
9. Prints laser images from modality or PACS
10. Coordinates with Centralized Scheduling and other modalities

Equipment Operation and Maintenance

1. Adjusts technical factors
2. Operates, cares for and maintains equipment
3. Applies knowledge of physics and accessories
4. Troubleshoots and properly documents equipment malfunction
5. Maintains equipment and room to sanitary standards
6. Stocks supplies
7. Exchanges and maintenance of film badges within designated time frames
8. Demonstrates the knowledge and understanding of quality control and regulatory standards

Professional Accountability and Partnership

1. Maintains and enhances technical skills and technology advancement
2. Attends departmental continuing education, meetings, and checks email
3. Identifies, troubleshoots and initiates quality improvement
4. Manages time and re-prioritizes as necessary
5. Performs any assignment deemed necessary by supervisor

Why Texas Health

As a Texas Health Interventional Radiology Technologist, you’ll enjoy top-notch benefits including 401(k) with match, paid time off, competitive health insurance choices, healthcare and dependent care spending account options, wellness programs to keep you and your family healthy, tuition reimbursement, a student loan repayment program and more.

At Texas Health, our people make this a great place to work every day. Our inclusive, supportive, people-first, excellence-driven culture make THR a great place to work.

Additional perks of being an Interventional Radiology Technologist:

1. Gain a sense of accomplishment by contributing to a team-oriented department.
2. Positively impact patients’ quality of life
3. Receive excellent mentorship, comprehensive training and dedicated clinical leadership resources.
4. Take advantage of opportunities for growth and promotion in your field!

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