Interventional Technologist Cath Lab Full Time Days

Catholic Health Initiatives; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A forward-thinking healthcare provider seeks a dedicated Radiologic Technologist to join their dynamic team. This role involves assisting Interventional Cardiologists and Radiologists in the Cardiac Cath Lab, ensuring patient safety, and delivering exceptional care. You will operate advanced imaging equipment and support critical procedures while providing education to patients and families. Join a recognized leader in healthcare that prioritizes compassion and excellence, offering a supportive environment for your professional growth and development. This opportunity is perfect for those passionate about making a difference in patients' lives.

Benefits

Paid Time Off (PTO)

401(k) and 457(b) Retirement Programs

Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance

Mental Health Resources

Wellness Program

Tuition Reimbursement

Adoption Assistance

Short and Long Term Disability

Free Premium Membership to Care.com

Employee Referral Bonuses

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of Radiologic Technology required.
• Must have licensure as a Medical Radiographer in Kentucky.

Responsibilities

• Assist in cardiovascular diagnostic and interventional procedures.
• Provide patient education and support customer satisfaction.
• Demonstrate competency in imaging and device-based equipment.

Skills

Critical Thinking

Clinical Leadership

Patient Education

Radiation Safety

Decision Making

Education

Graduate of an Accredited School of Radiologic Technology

Tools

C-arm Radiation Equipment

CPACS Database

Job description

Overview

Welcome to Saint Joseph Hospital, a 433-bed hospital founded in 1877 by the Sisters of Charity of Nazareth as the first Hospital in Lexington, Kentucky. Led by Sister Euphrasia Stafford, the mission to provide compassionate care to the poor and underserved is still carried out today. Saint Joseph Hospital holds over two dozen national ranks and recognitions and is recognized as a 2024 Best Place to Work in Kentucky.

Whether you are an experienced healthcare professional or working toward that, we invite you to experience Hello Humankindness with us! CHI Saint Joseph Health provides you with the same level of care you provide for others. We care about our team members' well-being and offer benefits that complement work/life balance such as:

1. Paid Time Off (PTO)
2. 401(k) and 457(b) Retirement Programs with matching
3. Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
4. Mental Health resources for you and your family
5. Wellness Program with rewards up to $450
6. Tuition Reimbursement for future career growth and development
7. Adoption Assistance
8. Voluntary Protection: Accident, Critical Illness, Identify Theft and Pet Insurance
9. Short and Long Term Disability
10. Free Premium Membership to Care.com with preloaded credits to support adult and child care needs
11. Employer Discounts
12. Relocation Assistance*
13. Employee Referral Bonuses up to $7,500*
14. Sign-on Bonuses up to $25,000*
15. Education Assistance (student loan payoff) up to $24,000*

*for eligible hires

Learn more about Saint Joseph Hospital and its awards and recognitions here: Saint Joseph Hospital.

Responsibilities

Job Summary / Purpose

Assist Interventional Cardiologists, Radiologists, and Vascular Surgeons in Cardiac Cath Lab/Interventional Radiology/Endovascular with cardiovascular diagnostic and interventional procedures. Performs duties as scrub and monitoring staff. Provides radiation safety and general safety for patients, themselves, and other staff. Provides patient and family education and supports customer satisfaction and service excellence. Works as part of the Cath Lab/IR/Endovascular team and supports nursing functions. Demonstrates and maintains all applicable competencies related to imaging and device-based equipment used in these Interventional procedures areas. Performs with competency in Code STEMI and Code Stroke alerts. Documents and evaluates the outcome of interventions. Provides on-call services as assigned.

Essential Key Job Responsibilities

1. Responsible for the operation of c-arm radiation equipment, provides radiation protection, and demonstrates competency for all procedural applications.
2. Prepares sterile fields without error or violation of integrity of aseptic technique. Functions as scrub assist and hemodynamic monitor.
3. Knowledgeable regarding prep and use of all current devices in Cath Lab/IR/Endovascular inventory. This includes devices and adjunct therapies to include atherectomy, IABP, IVUS, Impella, CTO, DES, DCB, OCT, thrombectomy, and embolic coils. Procedures include PCI, PTCA, and PTA, cerebral and visceral angiography and interventions, stent placement, line placements, dialysis access maintenance, pacemaker and ICD implant.
4. Demonstrates rapid decision making, critical thinking, and clinical leadership skills. Acts as a preceptor. Responds quickly and effectively to STEMI, Stroke, respiratory and cardiac arrest.
5. Provides patient/family education related to procedure and cardiovascular disease risk factors.
6. Assists nursing staff in all aspects of patient care. Reports all deviations of standards to nurse leader.
7. Maintains CPACS database.
8. Demonstrates competency in arterial and venous sheath removal, hemostasis, and access site management.
9. Demonstrates competency in EKG recognition and hemodynamics. Alerts Cardiologists to changes from baseline.
10. Provides care to patients peri-procedure and assists in pre and post procedure care.
11. Maintains readiness for rapid transport for emergent or salvage CABG or vascular surgery.
12. Other duties as assigned by manager.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

Required Education and Experience

Graduate of an Accredited School of Radiologic Technology.

Required Licensure and Certifications

Licensed Medical Radiographer: MRAD:KY

Registered Technologist Radiography ARRT (RTR, RCES, RCIS)

AHA Basic Life Support – CPR (BLS-CPR) – within 5 days

Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) - within 6 months

Required Minimum Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Training

Graduate of an Accredited School of Radiologic Technology.

Pay Range

$32.72 - $48.76 /hour

We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.