Procedural Technologist I

UNC Health Care; Patton Park (NC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

UNC Health Care seeks a Procedural Technologist in the Cardiac Cath/IR lab to support diagnostic and interventional procedures. You will assist physicians with imaging, equipment setup, patient preparation, and data entry into EMR and PACS, while upholding radiation safety and infection control.

The role requires RCIS certification or 5+ years in a cath lab, completion of an accredited health science program, and BLS; ACLS is required after hire.

Qualifications

• RCIS certification or 5+ years in a cath lab/interventional radiology setting.
• Completion of an accredited health science program (cardiovascular tech, ultrasound, radiologic tech, etc.).
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.

Responsibilities

• Assists with diagnostic and interventional procedures in the Cath Lab/ IR Lab.
• Prepares room and supplies; supports routine inventory management.
• Verifies patient identity and collects medical history.
• Guides patients through exams with cultural sensitivity and clear explanations.
• Selects appropriate scanning protocols and imaging parameters.
• Inputs patient data and diagnostic images into EMR and PACS.
• Performs daily quality checks; upholds radiation safety and infection control.

Skills

Radiology imaging

Patient guidance

Radiation safety

Education

Health science program

RCIS or 5+ years Cath Lab/IR experience

BLS certification

Tools

PACS (SYNAPSE/SECTRA)

EPIC EMR

Job description

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Summary

The Procedural Technologist performs a variety of technical, diagnostic, therapeutic and patient care tasks for patients with cardiovascular disease using radiological and cardiovascular sciences. The Technologist assists credentialed care providers in performing diagnostic and interventional procedures in a range of settings including the Cath Lab, Interventional Radiology Lab, and Vascular Lab.

Responsibilities

• Assists credentialed care providers in performance of diagnostic and interventional procedures such as use of hemodynamic support devices, temporary pacemakers, and diagnostic imaging. Assists physicians with obtaining digital radiographic images of heart, peripheral vessels and any other required structures.

• Ensures room is prepared and stocked for the upcoming procedure. Sets up and prepares suite for upcoming procedures, including sterile trays, catheters, wires, contrast and other supplies needed as guided by the physician. Assists with routine inventory management tasks.

• Verifies patient identification. Interviews patients to collect and document prior medical history.

• Guides patients, some distressed, through their examination, applying subject matter expertise and cultural competency to explain the exam. Sets expectations and calms patient for effective imaging.

• Selects appropriate scanning protocols and imaging parameters using extensive knowledge of human anatomy and pathology.

• Inputs and organizes patient information and diagnostic images in both primary electronic medical recordkeeping (EMR) system and Picture Archiving and Communication System (PACS).

• Performs daily quality checks for procedural areas. Practices and ensures radiation safety per documented protocol. Promotes a safe, clean and secure hospital environment for all, including the application of standard precautions and principles of infection control.

Other Information

Qualifications

Hired candidates are expected to obtain Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification after hire. Training and assessment opportunities will be provided.

Required

• Certification as a Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist (RCIS) as administered by Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI), or five (5) or more years working in a procedural role in a Cath Lab or Interventional Radiology setting.

• Completion of an accredited educational program in health science, including but not limited to: cardiovascular technology, ultrasound, radiologic technology, respiratory therapy, nursing or paramedic/EMT.

• Basic Life Support (BLS)

Preferred

• Successful completion of EKG / Arrhythmia course.

• Experience working with a Picture Archiving and Communication System (PACS) such as SYNAPSE or SECTRA

• Experience working with electronic medical recordkeeping (EMR) system such as EPIC.

Job Details

Legal Employer: Pardee - HCHC

Entity: Pardee UNC Health Care

Organization Unit: Cardiac Cath

Work Type: Full Time

Standard Hours Per Week: 40.00

Work Assignment Type: Onsite

Work Schedule: Day Job

Location of Job: PARDEEHOSP

Exempt From Overtime: Exempt: No

Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran or political affiliation.