Radiology Technologist I Cardiac Cath

St. Elizabeth HealthCare; Indiana (PA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Flexible work schedules

Tuition reimbursement

Mentorship opportunities

Job summary

A leading health care provider in the United States is seeking a Cardiovascular Radiologic Technologist I. This role is pivotal in utilizing specialized imaging equipment to assist in diagnosing heart and vascular diseases. Responsibilities include operating sophisticated radiographic equipment, ensuring patient safety, and contributing to the education of new employees. Ideal candidates will have relevant certifications and clinical experience, demonstrating a commitment to compassionate patient care and technical proficiency.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Radiologic Technology program.
• Current CPR and ACLS certifications required.
• ARRT(R) registration mandatory for practice.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain radiographic and digital equipment for imaging.
• Assist during diagnostic and therapeutic procedures.
• Educate new employees and mentor students.

Skills

Radiation safety principles

Patient care and empathy

Equipment operation and maintenance

Education

Graduate of an approved accredited program of Radiologic Technology

Current CPR certification

ACLS certification

ARRT(R) registered

Kentucky Radiation Operator's License

Indiana State Department of Health License

Job description

20 Medical Village Dr Edgewood, Kentucky

Job Type

Regular

Scheduled Hours

40

Why You’ll Love Working with St. Elizabeth Healthcare

At St. Elizabeth Healthcare, every role supports our mission to provide comprehensive and compassionate care to the communities we serve. For more than 160 years, St. Elizabeth Healthcare has been a trusted provider of quality care across Kentucky, Indiana, and Ohio. We’re guided by our mission to improve the health of the communities we serve and by our values of excellence, integrity, compassion, and teamwork. Our associates are the heart of everything we do.

Benefits That Support You

We invest in you — personally and professionally.

Enjoy:

• Competitive pay and comprehensive health coverage within the first 30 days.
• Generous paid time off and flexible work schedules
• Retirement savings with employer match
• Tuition reimbursement and professional development opportunities
• Wellness, mental health, and recognition programs
• Career advancement through mentorship and internal mobility

Job Summary

The Cardiovascular Radiologic Technologist I is a health care professional that, through the utilization of specialized equipment and under the direction of a qualified cardiologist, assists procedures on adult patients resulting in accurate diagnosis and/or optimal treatment of congenital or acquired heart and/or peripheral vascular disease while maintaining maximum patient safety. CVRT-I is primarily responsible for employing imaging techniques and operation of X-Ray and other related equipment. Demonstrate respect, dignity, kindness and empathy in each encounter with all patients, families, visitors and other employees regardless of cultural background.

Job Duties

• Operates and maintains all radiographic, digital, processing and viewing equipment associated with the production of high-quality images and quantitative analysis of coronary/peripheral anatomy. Applies principles of radiation safety and protection.
• Acts as first assistant during diagnostic and therapeutic catheterization procedures to assure completeness of case.
• Maintains a thorough knowledge in the use of all diagnostic and therapeutic equipment and products for procedures to ensure its’ accuracy and safety.
• Reviews the pre-procedural patient assessment to obtain adequate information, communicate pertinent data to MD and ensure appropriate imaging and patient safety.
• Assist in the education process of new employees, mentors students and other healthcare professionals observing in the cath lab.
• Assist in the development of performance improvement activities in the cath lab, to include ideas, data collection, data analysis and implementing change to ensure best practice in the cath lab.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education, Credentials, Licenses:

• Graduate of an approved accredited program of Radiologic Technology.
• Current CPR certification
• ACLS certification (must be obtained within orientation period and prior to working independently)
• ARRT(R) registered
• State Licensure:
• Kentucky — KBMIRT Radiation Operator's License
• Indiana — Indiana State Department of Health (ISDH) License to be obtained if working in Indiana

Specialized Knowledge:

Understanding of radiation protection and sterile technique

Kind and Length of Experience:

Licensed RT with adequate clinical experience from an approved program.

FLSA Status:

Non-Exempt