Special Procedures Technologist - Cath Lab

Adventist Health; Marysville (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive healthcare benefits

Annual vaccination requirements

E-Verify participation for employment

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Marysville is seeking a skilled Radiologic Technologist to perform cardiac and vascular examinations using advanced imaging equipment. This role involves assisting physicians in interventional procedures and requires an Associate's Degree with relevant certifications such as ARRT and CPR/BLS. The ideal candidate will possess strong skills in patient care and diagnostic imaging, alongside a commitment to community health and safety regulations.

Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree or higher in related field preferred.
• ARRT certification strongly preferred for role.
• Licensure in state of practice required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct cardiac catheterization procedures and assessments.
• Assist physicians and provide patient explanations and support.
• Maintain updated patient documentation and environmental factors.

Skills

Cardiac and vascular radiographic examinations

Patient positioning

Radiographic interventional procedures

Diagnostic imaging equipment operation

Education

Associate’s Degree or equivalent

Bachelor’s Degree in radiological technology

Experience in Cath Lab or Special Procedures

Tools

X-ray equipment

Fluoroscope

Motion-picture camera

Job description

Job Description

Centered in the heart of Yuba-Sutter County, Adventist Health and Rideout have been one of the area's leading healthcare providers since 1907. We are comprised of a 221-bed hospital, 21 physician clinics, home care services, comprehensive cancer care, and a vast scope of award‑winning services located throughout Marysville and the surrounding areas. The allure of Marysville's community is complemented by its proximity to major metropolitan cities in the Bay Area and Sacramento, as well as a quick drive to Lake Tahoe.

Job Summary

Performs, assists, and completes cardiac and vascular radiographic examinations. Performs active radiographic interventional procedures in the cardiovascular lab using a variety of complicated and sophisticated equipment. Operates equipment to produce digital images of designated body portions, as ordered by physicians. Positions and instructs patients for examinations and performs specialized studies.

Job Requirements

Education and Work Experience:

• Associate’s Degree or equivalent combination of education/related experience: Preferred
• Bachelor’s Degree in radiological technology or equivalent (some certifications will require a Bachelor’s): Preferred
• Experience in Cath Lab or Special Procedures: Preferred

Licenses/Certifications:

• American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) certification: Preferred
• Radiologic Tech (RT) in the state of practice: Required
• Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) or Basic Life Support (BLS, HS‑BLS, or RQIBLS) certification: Required

Essential Functions

• Operates diagnostic imaging equipment to produce contrast‑enhanced radiographs of the heart and cardiovascular system during cardiac catheterization, positioning and immobilizing patients on the examining table using head and shoulder braces and following specified protocols.
• Assists physicians with specialized procedures, including special exams; enters technical factors determined by protocol such as amount and quality of the radiation beam and specified filming sequence into the computer; raises, lowers, and manipulates the x‑ray tube in response to physician instructions; starts automatic injection of contrast medium into patient blood vessels; activates the fluoroscope and motion‑picture camera (cinefluorography) to produce images that assist physicians in guiding catheters.
• Provides patients with procedure explanations in preparation for exams and gives clear discharge instructions; observes gauges, recorder, and video screens of a multichannel data analysis system that indicates blood pressure, cardiac output, and respiration during imaging; alerts physicians to changes in patient responses.
• Monitors and controls environmental factors, such as temperature, humidity, and electrical safety; assists physicians in interventional procedures, such as instilling enzymes or inserting balloons to remove plaque or other blockages.
• Maintains accurate and updated documentation, adhering to program standards.
• Performs other job‑related duties as assigned.

Organizational Requirements

Adventist Health is committed to the safety and wellbeing of our associates and patients. All associates are required to receive all necessary vaccinations as a condition of employment and annually thereafter, where applicable. Medical and religious exemptions may apply.

Adventist Health participates in E‑Verify. Visit https://adventisthealth.org/careers/everify/ for more information about E‑Verify. By choosing to apply, you acknowledge that you have accessed and read the E‑Verify Participation and Right to Work notices and understand the contents therein.

About Us

Adventist Health is a faith‑based, nonprofit, integrated health system serving more than 100 communities on the West Coast and Hawaii with over 440 sites of care, including 27 acute care facilities. Founded on Adventist heritage and values, Adventist Health provides care in hospitals, clinics, home care, and hospice agencies in both rural and urban communities. Our compassionate and talented team of more than 38,000 includes employees, physicians, medical staff, and volunteers driven in pursuit of one mission: living God’s love by inspiring health, wholeness, and hope.