Cath Lab Technologist - Interventional Cardiac Imaging

CHRISTUS Health; Santa Fe (NM); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Per Diem

Job summary

CHRISTUS Health in Santa Fe, NM seeks an experienced Radiologic Technologist specialized in cardiac interventional procedures to join the Cath Lab team. You will perform diagnostic and interventional studies, ensure patient safety, and support physicians with timely imaging for interpretation.

Responsibilities include operating imaging equipment, maintaining documentation, providing on-call coverage, and upholding radiation safety standards while delivering compassionate patient care in a

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Graduation from accredited radiologic technology program required.
• Thorough knowledge of radiographic equipment, neurologic and cardiovascular anatomy and physiology, radiographic positioning, medical terminology and basic computer skills.
• Thorough knowledge of interventional procedures in Cardiology and Radiology preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs cardiac and interventional procedures in accordance with established department protocols and within standard time frames.
• Prepares and orients patients to procedures to be performed.
• Provides patient care to patients while in the Cath Lab.
• Provides radiation protection to patients, fellow workers and him or herself.
• Operates imaging equipment, computer and other department equipment. Maintains and operates equipment in accordance with department and manufacturer’s recommendations.
• Prepares and maintains written or computerized documentation in accordance with department and hospital policy.
• Maintains supplies and accessories in work area on a regular basis.
• Maintains orderliness and cleanliness in work area.
• Is cooperative and helpful in a clear and courteous manner to patients, visitors, physicians, staff and co-workers.
• Maintains and exhibits a current knowledge of cardiovascular and interventional technology. Participates in professional continuing educational workshops and programs.
• Provides coverage after normal hours of operation on an on-call basis.
• Performs various Point of Care testing procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Radiographic equipment knowledge

Neuro/Cardiovascular anatomy

Radiographic positioning

Medical terminology

Basic computer skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Graduation from accredited radiologic technology program

Tools

Interventional procedures in Cardiology and Radiology

Job description

CHRISTUS Health in Santa Fe, NM seeks an experienced Radiologic Technologist specialized in cardiac interventional procedures to join the Cath Lab team. You will perform diagnostic and interventional studies, ensure patient safety, and support physicians with timely imaging for interpretation.

Responsibilities include operating imaging equipment, maintaining documentation, providing on-call coverage, and upholding radiation safety standards while delivering compassionate patient care in a