Radiology Technologist - Cardiac Catheterization Lab (Per Diem)

Boston Medical Center; Brockton (MA); On-site; USD 63,961 - 95,054; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental coverage

Vision insurance

403(b) savings plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Boston Medical Center in Brockton, Massachusetts seeks a Radiology Technologist to perform specialized radiography and angiography procedures in the Cardiac Catheterization Lab. This position is crucial for providing accurate patient care and ensuring safety during procedures.

Candidates must have graduated from an accredited Radiologic Technology program and hold BLS and ACLS certifications. The job offers a competitive compensation of $46.43 to $69.00 per hour, along with comprehensive benefits including medical coverage and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Graduate of accredited Radiologic Technology Program.
• BLS and ACLS experience expected.
• Minimum of 1 year of Cardiac Cath Lab or interventional experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform radiography and angiography procedures.
• Document procedures accurately in clinical systems.
• Monitor patients’ heart rhythm and blood pressure.

Skills

Coronary anatomy knowledge

Interventional devices proficiency

Excellent communication skills

Teamwork and problem-solving abilities

Education

Graduate of accredited Radiologic Technology Program

BLS and ACLS certification

Tools

Imaging systems

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY

The Radiology Technologist will perform radiography & angiography procedures and will work under the supervision of the Administrative Director in the Cardiac Catheterization Lab. Position: Radiology Technologist Department: Cardiac Catheterization Lab Schedule: Per Diem.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES / DUTIES

• Utilizes knowledge of A/P and cardiac procedures to document in appropriate clinical systems accurately, including flushing of sheaths and maintaining sheath integrity to ensure proper homeostasis.
• Introduce catheters into vessel structures consistent with current CDIC standard operating procedures.
• Obtain hemodynamic and angiographic data by operating transducer and manifold.
• Assist in operation of mechanical atherectomy, thrombectomy and intravascular lithotripsy devices.
• Under direct order of physician, position, inflate, and deflate both balloons and stents inside the vessels; assist with all balloons, catheters, sheaths, and wire exchanges.
• Perform post arterial and venous access care and management, e.g., mechanic closure devices and/or manual compression.
• Convey pertinent patient history to the physician consistent with current pre and post care policies.
• Capture all documentation required for all procedures in appropriate clinical systems according to standards; maintain accuracy of database.
• Verify procedure log accuracy and assist MD with procedure reports.
• Operate complex and sophisticated equipment related to Cardiac Catheterizations and Interventions; monitor patients’ heart rhythm, blood pressure and hemodynamics during procedures.
• Prepare and assist MD with radiographic equipment including Impella, IABP, Angiojet, ACT machine, Hemochron, OCT, IVUS, RFR, IFR, FFR, Cath works, CSI and IVL.
• Care for and troubleshoot Cardiac Cath lab equipment according to manufacturer instructions; maintain quality control for radiation safety and participate in annual radiation safety in‑services.

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Graduate of accredited Radiologic Technology Program.
• BLS and ACLS Experience expected (at the time of posting or depending on current staff makeup).
• Equivalent combination of education and experience.

PREFERRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Current RCIS (Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist), ARRT (C1), or equivalent certification or achieved within 2 years of employment.
• Minimum of 1 year of Cardiac Cath Lab or interventional experience.
• Proficiency in advanced hemodynamics, device management, and coronary interventions strongly preferred.
• Prior experience assisting in high-acuity interventions (IABP, Impella, Swan‑Ganz) strongly preferred.
• Willing to train the right candidate.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES (KSAs)

• Strong knowledge of coronary anatomy, interventional devices, and procedural techniques.
• Ability to anticipate physician needs and respond quickly in critical situations.
• Excellent communication, teamwork and problem‑solving skills.
• High level of technical competency with imaging systems, intraprocedural monitoring and arterial and venous access management.

COMPENSATION RANGE

$46.43 - $69.00. Includes base pay and additional benefits such as medical, dental, vision, pharmacy, contract increases, Flexible Spending Accounts, 403(b) savings, earned time cash out, paid time off, career advancement opportunities, and resources to support employee and family wellbeing.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT

Boston Medical Center is an equal employment/affirmative action employer. We ensure equal employment opportunities for all, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression or any other non‑job‑related characteristic.