Special Procedures Technologist, Full Time, Part Time, Per Diem, Day Shift

Jobsought; Alhambra (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobsought seeks an experienced Radiologic Technologist to perform Cardiac and Vascular radiographic exams and interventional procedures in a cardiovascular lab. You will operate digital imaging equipment, position patients, and assist physicians during complex interventions, while ensuring safety and accurate documentation.

Required RT certification with CPR/BLS and HLFS, with preferred Associate's or Bachelor's in radiologic technology and ARRT credential.

Qualifications

• Certified Radiologic Technologist (RT) in the United States.
• CPR/BLS certification required.
• HLFS training required per AH policy.

Responsibilities

• Perform Cardiac and Vascular Radiographic examinations.
• Conduct active radiographic interventional procedures in the cardiovascular lab.
• Operate imaging equipment to produce digital heart/vascular images.
• Position patients and provide exam instructions.
• Assist physicians in interventional procedures and special exams.
• Enter technical factors into computer per protocol.
• Start contrast injection and monitor imaging screens.
• Maintain documentation and ensure program standards.

Skills

Cardiac imaging

Interventional procedures

Patient positioning

Radiographic protocols

Anatomy knowledge

Education

Associate's degree in Radiologic Technology

Bachelor's degree (preferred)

ARRT certification (preferred)

Job description

• 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.
• Operates diagnostic imaging equipment to produce contrast enhanced radiographs of heart and cardiovascular system during cardiac catheterization.
• Assists physicians with specialized procedures, including special exams.
• Enters technical factors into computer as determined by protocol.
• Starts automatic injection of contrast medium into blood vessels of patient.
• Activates fluoroscope and motion picture camera to produce images that assist physician.
• Provides patients with procedure explanations in preparation for exams and provides clear discharge instructions.
• Observes gauges, recorder, and video screens during imaging of cardiovascular system.
• Alerts physician to changes in patient responses.
• Monitors and controls environmental factors, like temperature, humidity and electrical safety.
• Assists physician in interventional procedures, such as instilling enzymes or inserting balloon in blood vessels to remove plaque or other blockage.
• Maintains accurate and updated documentation, adhering with program standards.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Responsibilities

• 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.
• Operates diagnostic imaging equipment to produce contrast enhanced radiographs of heart and cardiovascular system during cardiac catheterization.
• Assists physicians with specialized procedures, including special exams.
• Enters technical factors into computer as determined by protocol.
• Starts automatic injection of contrast medium into blood vessels of patient.
• Activates fluoroscope and motion picture camera to produce images that assist physician.
• Provides patients with procedure explanations in preparation for exams and provides clear discharge instructions.
• Observes gauges, recorder, and video screens during imaging of cardiovascular system.
• Alerts physician to changes in patient responses.
• Monitors and controls environmental factors, like temperature, humidity and electrical safety.
• Assists physician in interventional procedures, such as instilling enzymes or inserting balloon in blood vessels to remove plaque or other blockage.
• Maintains accurate and updated documentation, adhering with program standards.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Requirements

Required

• Radiologic Tech (RT) in the state of practice: Required
• Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification or Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from approved vendor per AH policy: Required
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from approved vendor per AH policy: Required
• Hospital Fire and Life Safety (HLFS): Required

Preferred

• Associate's Degree or equivalent combination of education/related experience: Preferred
• Bachelor's Degree in radiologic technology or equivalent: Preferred
• Experience in Cath Lab or Special Procedures: Preferred
• American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) certification: Preferred