Interventional Radiology Tech — Cardiac Cath Lab Specialist

Aurora Health Care; Oak Lawn (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Aurora Health Care is seeking an experienced Interventional Radiologic Technologist to perform both basic and advanced radiologic procedures and assist physicians during interventional and surgical cases.

The role requires an Illinois radiographer license, ARRT/RCIS/CCI certification, and current BLS/ACLS within 6 months where applicable. Strong knowledge of anatomy and safety protocols is essential for patient care and collaboration with a multidisciplinary team.

Qualifications

• Advanced training beyond High School that includes the completion of an accredited or approved program in Radiologic Technology.
• Typically requires 2 years of experience in an Interventional Radiologic Technologist role with advanced knowledge in radiology positioning and techniques.
• Advanced knowledge of basic radiation safety and aseptic techniques.
• Advanced knowledge of anatomy that includes vascular and/or cerebral.
• Advanced knowledge of physician protocols and ability to work effectively with diverse providers.
• Advanced knowledge of embolic and thrombolytic materials, physiologic monitoring equipment, and surgical scrub technique to assist the provider.
• Proficiency in suturing vascular access sheaths.
• Ability to work independently.
• Intermediate computer skills.
• Radiographer license issued by the Illinois Dept of Nuclear Safety, and ARRT/RCIS/CCI certification, with BLS and ACLS to be obtained within 6 months where required.

Responsibilities

• Performs basic to advanced interventional radiologic procedures and assists physicians with interventional and surgical procedures.
• Assists with interventional and surgical procedures as a scrub assistant with competent knowledge of equipment and options, while working with attending and residents.
• Monitors patients and alerts staff of life-threatening changes in patient condition.

Skills

Interventional radiology procedures

Vascular access management

Patient monitoring

Anatomy knowledge

Suturing vascular access

Education

Radiologic Technology program or equivalent training

Illinois Radiographer license (IDNS)

ARRT RT / RCIS / CCI certification

Job description

Aurora Health Care is seeking an experienced Interventional Radiologic Technologist to perform both basic and advanced radiologic procedures and assist physicians during interventional and surgical cases.

The role requires an Illinois radiographer license, ARRT/RCIS/CCI certification, and current BLS/ACLS within 6 months where applicable. Strong knowledge of anatomy and safety protocols is essential for patient care and collaboration with a multidisciplinary team.