Contract Cardiovascular Technologist – Cath Lab Imaging Specialist

Johns Hopkins Medicine; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 81,278 - 85,411; Full time

Job summary

Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center is seeking a Cardiovascular Technologist to support the Cardiology Department (Cath Lab, Stress Lab, and Nuclear Stress Lab). The position is a 12-week contract with schedule 7:00am–5:30pm and on-call requirements including weekends, with pay rate of $59.00–$62.00 per hour based on experience.

Responsibilities include assisting with procedures, patient preparation, imaging, and monitoring; ensuring equipment readiness and safety; and documenting findings per

Qualifications

• Completion of an AMA approved Radiologic Technology program or equivalent.
• Minimum 1 year experience in Radiologic/Interventional procedures or advanced imaging training.
• ARRT certified with current registration; MD Radiography license and current CPR/ACLS.

Responsibilities

• Counsels patients on the radiographic aspects of the procedures to be performed; informs patients, families about procedure specifics.
• Prepares patients for procedures including placement of EKG electrodes for monitoring of cardiac rhythm; correctly places defibrillator pads.
• Prepares procedure trays, performs site preparation, drapes patient, and organizes instruments per protocols; maintains sterile technique.
• Operates fluoroscopy and adjusts dose to maximize imaging while minimizing exposure.
• Monitors patient vital signs; notifies physician of changes; demonstrates ability to cardiovert/defibrillate under direction.
• Obtains images and archives data in radiology system; enters data into Paceart as needed.
• Ensures proper operation of equipment; reports malfunctions; performs QC per standards.
• Operates hemodynamic and electrophysiologic monitoring equipment with minimal supervision; understands complex protocol requirements.

Skills

Radiologic interventional procedures

Patient education

Education

AMA approved Radiologic Technology program

Two-year college or technical school program

Tools

ARRT certification

Maryland radiography license

CPR certification

ACLS certification

Job description

Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center is seeking a Cardiovascular Technologist to support the Cardiology Department (Cath Lab, Stress Lab, and Nuclear Stress Lab). The position is a 12-week contract with schedule 7:00am–5:30pm and on-call requirements including weekends, with pay rate of $59.00–$62.00 per hour based on experience.

Responsibilities include assisting with procedures, patient preparation, imaging, and monitoring; ensuring equipment readiness and safety; and documenting findings per