Cardiovascular Technologists/Interventional Technologist - Cardiac Cath Lab

OU Medicine; United States; On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus up to $10,000

Student loan repayment up to $25,000

Relocation assistance for 100+ miles

Job summary

University of Oklahoma Medical Center seeks experienced Cardiovascular Technologists/Interventional Technologists to join the Cardiac Cath Lab. The role supports a range of cardiovascular and radiologic procedures in pediatric and adult populations, under supervision, delivering high-quality patient-centered care.

The position requires at least an accredited radiography background with ARDMS/ARRT/CCI credentials and current BLS, with progression through Tech I–III levels based on experience,

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited radiography program; ARDMS/ARRT/CCI credentials preferred.
• Current Basic Life Support required upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients for procedures and correlate history with orders.
• Operate imaging and interventional equipment per scope of practice guidelines.
• Perform post-procedure reviews and ensure documentation is complete.
• Transfer images/data to archival systems and assist physician reports.
• Mentor less experienced team members and participate in training.

Skills

Cardiovascular imaging

Interventional procedures

Patient care

Team collaboration

Quality control

Education

Radiography program graduate

CAAHEP/ARRT/CCI credentials

Tools

Imaging equipment

Job description

Position Title

Cardiovascular Technologists/Interventional Technologist

Department

Cardiac Cath Lab

Job Description

This position may be filled as an Interventional Technologists Level 1, 2, or 3, depending on individual experience, certifications, education, and other qualifications.

Special Benefits

• Sign-on bonus up to $10,000 for qualified individuals
• Student loan repayment up to $25,000
• Relocation assistance if moving 100+ miles

Location

University of Oklahoma Medical Center

Shift

Full-Time, 40hrs per Week, 10hr shifts, call required

General Description

Under general to limited supervision and direction, this intermediate-level position is able to accept independent clinical and non-clinical duty assignments as necessary to deliver specialized cardiovascular and/or radiologic technology services to adult and/or pediatric patient populations for the purpose of aiding medical staff in the diagnosis, care, treatment and surveillance of simple to complex conditions, defects and/or diseases.

Essential Responsibilities: Responsibilities listed in this section are core to the position. Inability to perform these responsibilities with or without an accommodation may result in disqualification from the position.

Maintains the competencies required to perform essential duties and responsibilities of a Level I position. Utilizing intermediate-level professional knowledge, abilities, skills and available resources, provides safe, high quality, efficient and cost-effective patient-centric care and support services under routine or emergent conditions in a variety of care settings to include, but not limited to: acute inpatient facilities, outpatient physician practices, diagnostic/urgent care centers and remote statewide outreach clinics. Prepares patients for procedures and correlates clinical history with procedures ordered by physicians to be performed. Communicates and collaborates with patients, families, and other members of the multidisciplinary care team to identify and implement the actions necessary to achieve the clinical outcomes, operational goals and service expectations desired. Utilizes a variety of highly specialized imaging equipment and techniques to perform a diverse range of diagnostic, interventional and/or surgical procedures in accordance with established scope of practice guidelines. Conducts post-procedure reviews without assistance to confirm that all required study elements are completed, documented, and that technical quality is consistent with established department protocols and/or applicable accreditation standards. Transfers images and data to the appropriate archival systems, enters technical data/findings and prepares study for reporting by physician. Performs operator-level quality control checks, cleaning, high-level disinfecting and other user maintenance per manufacturer instructions for use and other regulatory guidelines. Participates in continuing education, professional development and research activities to maintain competencies and promote continuous improvements in care and treatments. Provides instruction and mentors less experienced members of the team. Prepares and presents in-service training pertinent to assigned service area. Performs and/or assists with quality assurance and performance improvement tasks as assigned.

General Responsibilities: Performs other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

Tech I Education: Graduate of an accredited radiography program required. Graduate of a CAAHEP accredited educational program with emphasis in a primary cardiovascular or radiologic technology specialty as defined by the ARDMS, ARRT and/or CCI, preferred. (Candidates within 6 weeks of graduation from an approved program may be considered for employment). Experience: 0-3 years of experience. License(s)/Certification(s)/Registration(s) Required: Must meet applicant eligibility requirements and published standards for ARDMS, ARRT, or CCI in the cardiovascular or radiologic technology specialty required by the hiring department. Must be achieved within 12 months of hire date. Current Basic Life Support issued by the American Heart Association required upon hire.

Tech II Education: Graduate of an accredited radiography program required. Graduate of a CAAHEP accredited educational program with emphasis in a primary cardiovascular or radiologic technology specialty as defined by the ARDMS, ARRT and/or CCI, preferred. Experience: 3-5 years of experience. One (1) year of experience as a certified or registered cardiovascular or radiologic technology professional in the specialty preferred. License(s)/Certification(s)/Registration(s) Required: ARDMS, ARRT and/or CCI credentials in the cardiovascular or radiologic technology specialty required by the hiring department must be current upon hire or advancement. Current Basic Life Support issued by the American Heart Association required upon hire.

Tech III Education: Graduate of an accredited Radiography program. Graduate of a CAAHEP accredited educational program with emphasis in a primary cardiovascular or radiologic technology specialty as defined by the ARDMS, ARRT and/or CCI preferred. Experience: 5 or more years of experience required. License(s)/Certification(s)/Registration(s) Required: ARDMS, ARRT and/or CCI credentials in the cardiovascular or radiologic technology specialty required by the hiring department must be current upon hire or advancement. Current Basic Life Support issued by the American Heart Association required upon hire.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Based on specific assignment, skill in applying principles of cardiovascular and/or radiologic technology, medical imaging, medical terminology, positioning of patients, and medical ethics. Must be able to work as part of a team and follow instructions; must be able to consistently and dependably report to work as scheduled. Ability to be sensitive to patients’ physical and psychological needs. Ability to maintain accurate records and work accurately with names, numbers, and codes. Ability to draw conclusions and make appropriate recommendations. Ability to exercise discretion in handling confidential information and exercise sound judgment. Must be able to multi-task and remain calm in stressful situations. Must possess ability to understand various operations, policies, and procedures. Ability to work and communicate with staff, patients and their families, and meet their needs in a professional, polite, courteous, compassionate, and cooperative manner. Must display a high level of initiative, effort and commitment towards completing assignments efficiently. Ability to work with minimum supervision and demonstrate attention to detail. Core to intermediate-level knowledge and understanding of normal and abnormal anatomy and physiology; cardiovascular and/or radiologic technologies and terminology associated with the primary and post-primary specialties for which hired and credentialed. Ability and skill to apply core to intermediate-level theory, practices and techniques to perform, post-process, analyze and annotate study data or procedure documentation with limited direction and without immediate supervision or assistance. Ability to prioritize and complete clinical or non-clinical work assignments independently with limited direction.

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