EP Interventional Radiology Technologist – Day Shift

St. Joseph's Health; City of Syracuse (NY); On-site; USD 54,000 - 81,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Joseph's Health in New York is seeking an Electrophysiology Radiology Technologist to provide technical support during EP procedures. Responsibilities include scrubbing, hemodynamic monitoring, imaging, and assisting with access devices and contrast injections in a day shift, full-time role.

Requirements include an Associate degree or certificate in Radiologic Technology, NY RT/RTT license, BLS certification, and preferred CIIP certification. No nights or weekends. ACLS provided after hire.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or certificate in Radiologic Technology.
• Certification as a Radiologic Technologist (RT) or Radiology Technician (RTT) required.
• New York State DOH License with intravascular contrast injection 89.4 (can add injection license upon hire).
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required. ACLS provided upon hiring.

Responsibilities

• Prepare the Electrophysiology suite and equipment for procedures.
• Verify patient identification, medical history, and procedure details.
• Assist in positioning patients comfortably and securely on the procedure table.
• Provide patient education regarding the procedure and address any concerns.
• Ability to maintain radiation safety and infection control protocols.
• Operate fluoroscopy, ultrasound, and other imaging equipment to visualize internal structures during procedures.
• Adjust imaging parameters to optimize image quality while minimizing radiation exposure.
• Ensure the functionality and cleanliness of equipment before and after each procedure.
• Troubleshoot equipment malfunctions and elevate issues as necessary.
• Assist radiologists and physicians in performing interventional procedures by scrubbing procedures and performing post imaging manipulation of images.
• Hand off sterile equipment and supplies to the procedural team as needed.
• Assist with monitoring patient vital signs and comfort level throughout the procedure.
• Utilizes sterile or aseptic technique to scrub in and assists physicians with procedures per protocol.
• Insertion and removal of venous and arterial access devices
• Manually injects contrast agent.
• Monitors and manages cardiovascular hemodynamics.
• Operates ancillary equipment adherent to specific procedures.
• Operates the cardiac stimulator proficiently and independently for ablation procedures.
• Circulates within procedure room and procures equipment required for any given procedure.
• Transfer patients safely to recovery areas and provide post-procedure care as directed.
• Monitor patients for any signs of complications and report findings to the healthcare team.
• Document procedure details, patient responses, and any adverse events accurately in medical records.
• Communicate effectively with radiologists, physicians, nurses, and other team members to ensure smooth workflow and patient safety.
• Participate in interdisciplinary meetings to discuss patient cases and treatment plans.
• Establishes effective working relationships and utilizes a team approach to process improvement.
• Learns new technical information and skills through attendance of periodic in-service programs and participation in professional affiliation sessions.
• Adheres to hospital confidentiality statement.
• Utilizes Material Safety Data Sheets within service.
• Adheres to established hospital policy and procedures related to job function.

Education

Associate degree or certificate in Radiologic Technology

Certification as a Radiologic Technologist (RT) or Radiology Technician (RTT)

New York State DOH License with intravascular contrast injection

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Certification in Interventional or Cardiac Radiology (CIIP) preferred

Job description

St. Joseph's Health in New York is seeking an Electrophysiology Radiology Technologist to provide technical support during EP procedures. Responsibilities include scrubbing, hemodynamic monitoring, imaging, and assisting with access devices and contrast injections in a day shift, full-time role.

Requirements include an Associate degree or certificate in Radiologic Technology, NY RT/RTT license, BLS certification, and preferred CIIP certification. No nights or weekends. ACLS provided after hire.