Radiology Technologist - Invasive Cardiology - Pediatric Cath Lab

Oklahoma Children's Hospital; United States; On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

401(k)

Medical plan

Dental plan

Job summary

Oklahoma Children’s OU Health is seeking an Interventional Radiology Technologist I for the Pediatric Cath Lab. You will assist with diagnostic and interventional cardiac procedures in a nationally recognized pediatric heart program.

The role emphasizes collaboration with physicians, nurses, and caregivers to deliver advanced cardiac care for Oklahoma’s youngest patients. Training and growth opportunities are available within OU Health.

Qualifications

• Graduate of a health science program defined by ARRT or CCI.
• No prior work experience required.
• Current Basic Life Support issued by the American Heart Association upon hire.
• ARRT(RT), RCES or RCIS certification required within 18 months of hire.
• Demonstrates knowledge of sterile fields, anatomy, and safe patient care.

Responsibilities

• Assist physicians with minimally invasive, image-guided procedures such as cardiac catheterization and angiography.
• Operate and manage specialized radiologic equipment with safety and quality standards.
• Prepare patients for procedures and provide comfort and clear information.
• Maintain sterile fields and assist during procedures as a scrub tech.
• Ensure proper data transfer, documentation and imaging for reporting.

Skills

Medical imaging

Patient positioning

HIPAA compliance

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Age-specific care

Education

Post-secondary health science program (ARRT/CCI)

JRCERT Military Program accepted

Tools

Angiography suite

Cath Lab equipment

Fluoroscopy systems

Job description

Position Title: Radiology Technologist - Invasive Cardiology - Pediatric Cath Lab

Department: Pediatric Cath Lab

Job Description: Join a Top-Ranked Pediatric Heart Team at Oklahoma Children’s OU Health! Make a difference in the lives of Oklahoma’s youngest patients as an Interventional Radiology Technologist in the Pediatric Cath Lab at Oklahoma Children’s OU Health. As part of a nationally recognized pediatric healthcare organization, you'll work alongside extraordinary physicians, nurses, and caregivers dedicated to delivering advanced, life-changing cardiac care.

Oklahoma Children’s OU Health is proud to be ranked among the nation’s best pediatric hospitals by U.S. News & World Report, including No. 24 in Pediatric Cardiology & Heart Surgery, placing our heart program among the Top 25 in the country. These rankings reflect excellence in quality, safety, patient outcomes, innovation, and compassionate family-centered care.

In this role, you'll support complex diagnostic and interventional cardiac procedures using cutting-edge technology in a collaborative, highly specialized environment.

If you're passionate about pediatric care and want to be part of a team whose expertise and commitment are making a lasting impact on children and families across Oklahoma, we invite you to join us. Nationally recognized care. Extraordinary teams. An incredible opportunity to grow your career while helping shape the future of pediatric heart care.

General Description

The Interventional Technologist I assists Physicians with minimally invasive, image-guided procedures to diagnose, monitor and treat simple to complex conditions, defects and/or diseases without surgery. This position is intended for those who are gaining experience in Interventional Radiology or Invasive Cardiology or are experienced Imaging professionals who wish to begin a career in the discipline.

Essential Responsibilities

• Assists Providers in performing minimally invasive, image-guided procedures including but not limited to cardiac catheterization, electrophysiology, angiography, device implantation, biopsies, thrombectomy, embolization and pain management.
• Utilizes a variety of highly specialized radiologic equipment and techniques to perform a diverse range of diagnostic, interventional and/or invasive procedures in accordance with established scope of practice guidelines.
• Ensures procedures are performed safely and with the highest quality standards, maintaining a consistent focus on patient‑centric care.
• Assists in preparing patients for procedures and providing comfort.
• Acts as a scrub tech while assisting Providers during procedures.
• Maintains a strict sterile field adhering to safety protocols.
• Responds to inquiries from patients and family members, provides clear information regarding diagnostic testing and expected result timelines.
• Collaborates with team members across OU Health including Providers to provide exceptional patient care.
• Conducts post-testing quality reviews to confirm that all required elements are completed, documented and align with departmental and accreditation standards.
• Transfers images and data to the appropriate electronic health system, enters technical data/findings and prepares study for reporting by physician.
• Performs quality control checks, cleaning, disinfecting and other equipment maintenance tasks per manufacturer instructions for use and other regulatory guidelines.
• Assists with quality assurance, audits and performance improvement tasks as requested.
• Provides on-call clinical coverage outside regularly scheduled duty hours on weekdays, weekends and holidays as assigned.
• May support OU Health's academic partnerships by actively engaging in teaching of students in the radiologic program.
• May serve as a departmental preceptor to provide instruction and mentorship to new or less experienced team members.
• Assists with onboarding of new team members.

General Responsibilities

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Education

A graduate of post‑secondary educational program in a health science (includes, but not limited to, cardiovascular technology, ultrasound, radiologic technology, or paramedic/EMT) as defined by ARRT or CCI. Completion of JRCERT accredited Military Educational Program is accepted in lieu of other educational requirements.

Experience

No experience required.

License(s)/Certification(s)/Registration(s) Required

Current Basic Life Support issued by the American Heart Association required upon hire. ARRT(RT), RCES or RCIS certification required within 18 months of hire.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Demonstrates knowledge and skill in applying principles of medical imaging, positioning of patients and medical ethics. Applies core knowledge and understanding of anatomy and physiology associated with specialty imaging procedures. Demonstrates ability and skill to apply theory, practices and techniques to perform, post‑process, analyze and annotate study data or procedure documentation. Applies knowledge of sterile fields consistently ensuring a safe environment for the patient. Strong verbal and written communication skills. Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age and patient populations served. Demonstrates knowledge of and ability to apply HIPAA guidelines and standards. Ability to prioritize and complete clinical or non‑clinical work assignments. Ability to multi‑task and remain calm in stressful situations. Ability to work as part of a diverse team and communicate effectively with others. Displays consistency and dependability by reporting to work as scheduled. Ability to be sensitive to patients’ physical and psychological needs. Ability to maintain accurate records and work accurately with names, numbers, and codes.

OU Health is an equal opportunity employer. We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including PTO, 401(k), medical and dental plans, and many more. We know that a total benefits and compensation package, designed to meet your specific needs both inside and outside of the work environment, create peace of mind for you and your family. OU Health is the state’s only comprehensive academic health system of hospitals, clinics and centers of excellence. With 11,000 employees and more than 1,300 physicians and advanced practice providers, OU Health is home to Oklahoma’s largest doctor network with a complete range of specialty care.

OU Health serves Oklahoma and the region with the state’s only freestanding children’s hospital, the only National Cancer Institute-Designated OU Health Stephenson Cancer Center, Oklahoma’s flagship hospital, which serves as the state’s only Level 1 trauma center and Edmond Medical Center in the heart of the Edmond Community.

Becker’s Hospital Review named University of Oklahoma Medical Center one of the 100 Great Hospitals in America for 2020. OU Health’s oncology program at OU Health Stephenson Cancer Center was named Oklahoma’s top facility for cancer care by U.S. News & World Report in its 2020-21 rankings. OU Health also was ranked by U.S. News & World Report as high performing in these specialties: Colon Surgery, COPD and Congestive Heart Failure.

OU Health’s mission is to lead healthcare in patient care, education and research. Experts in prevention, treatment and cures, our team works to improve lives through innovation in medical care, education and research, while investing in the people, technologies and facilities that will enable us to achieve our goals. We are seeking individuals who have a passion and talent for caring for others. By joining our team, you will provide quality health care to our community through the work you do every day. We provide clinical and non‑clinical opportunities to further your career and we invite you to explore our available positions.

Equal employment opportunities are provided to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or protected veteran status in accordance with applicable federal laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. Reasonable accommodations are made to the known physical and mental limitations of qualified individuals with disabilities.