Interventional Radiology Tech / Cardiac Cath Lab

compuraymedical; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Compuray Medical in Columbus, OH seeks a Cardiovascular Interventional Radiology Tech for the Cardiac Cath Lab. You will assist in invasive and non-invasive procedures under physician supervision and ensure safe, timely patient care.

The role emphasizes critical thinking, accurate documentation, and collaboration with the health care team. A radiology technology background with state licensure and ARRT registration is required; ACLS/BLS certifications are expected.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited radiology technology program with emphasis on anatomy, physiology, radiation physics and interpersonal communication skills.
• Individual MUST possess and maintain a current radiographer license from the State of Ohio Department of Health and an ARRT registry as an RT.
• Advanced Registry from ARRT in CV, Cardiac Intervention, or Vascular Intervention preferred.
• Current American Heart Association (AHA) Healthcare Provider CPR (BLS) Required.
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) required within one year.
• Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist (RCIS) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assists physician in invasive procedures, including cardiac cath, vascular angiograms, stenting, pacemaker implants and other procedures.
• Assesses and documents patient history information including indications/diagnosis, clinical presentation, vitals, allergies, labs, medications, rhythm and overall patient condition.

Skills

Critical thinking

Interpersonal communication

Education

Radiology technology program

Ohio radiographer license

ARRT registered RT

ACLS certification

BLS certification

RCIS preferred

Job description

Cardiovascular Interventional Radiology Tech / Cardiac Cath Lab

LOCATION: Columbus, Ohio

Would you be interested in working in a small hospital where you could have a direct affect on patient care and be an important part of a team? Would you like to live or work in a small town close to Columbus, Ohio so you can be offered all the amenities of a small town and big city at the same time? Then this could be an opportunity for you.

SUMMARY:

Performs and assists in the direct/indirect patient care and procedures under the general and direct supervision of the physician pre, intra, and post cardiac, vascular and interventional procedures. Demonstrates critical thinking to assure the delivery of safe, quality care to adult and geriatric patients. Documents accurately and in a timely manner. Communicates and collaborates with other health care team members. Adheres to organizational policies and procedures; regulatory/accrediting body requirements; and professional practice standards.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assists physician in invasive procedures, including cardiac cath, vascular angiograms, stenting, permanent and temporary pacemaker implants and other procedures.
• Assesses/reassesses and documents patient history information to include but not limited to: indications/diagnosis, clinical presentation, height and weight, allergies, lab results, current medications, heart rate, blood pressure, rhythm, pain, respirations, pulse oxygenation, hospital care, as appropriate.

EDUCATION / REQUIREMENTS:

• Graduate of an accredited program for radiology technology with an emphasis on anatomy, physiology, radiation physics and interpersonal communication skills.
• Individual MUST possess and maintain a current radiographer license from the State of Ohio Department of Health and a current A.R.R.T. registry as an R.T.
• Advanced Registry From A.R.R.T. in Cardiovascular (CV), Cardiac Intervention (CI) or Vascular Intervention (VI) preferred.
• Current American Heart Association (AHA) Healthcare Provider CPR (BLS) Required.
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) required within one year.
• Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist (RCIS) preferred.