Performs various Cath Lab procedures in accordance with applicable scope and standards of practice.
Responsibilities
Reviews patient history and physician's orders.
Educates patient regarding procedures, equipment and exam to ensure patient's understanding and cooperation.
Prepares and administers contrast media and/or medications within scope of practice when ordered.
Monitors patient condition continually and reports/responds to changes in status as appropriate.
Prepares equipment and supplies.
Selects appropriate exposure factors and imaging parameters.
Implements safety standards and performs appropriate quality control procedures on equipment.
Troubleshoots, resolves, and/or reports equipment malfunctions as necessary.
Positions patient and performs imaging procedure(s).
Analyzes results and identifies issues with the quality of imaging results.
Takes appropriate action to resolve image quality issues, including repositioning patient and repeating procedure.
Enters, transmits and reports scan results.
Requirements
Current ARRT or RCIS certification required.
Basic Life Support (BLS) required.
Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) within 6 months of hire or transfer into the position required.
Associates Degree from Radiological Technology program required. Education requirements may be waived in exchange with equivalent years of Cath Lab Tech experience.
Benefits
Wide range of benefits options including Medical, Dental, and Vision plans.
HSA.
401(K) retirement plan contributions.
Generous Paid Time Off.
Accident & Critical Illness Insurance.
Prescription Assistance with OptumRx.
Income protection programs for the entire family such as life insurance, Short/Long-term Disability, and Identity Theft.