Cath Lab CV Rad Technologist - RCIS

As a Cath Lab CV Rad Technologist at Norman Regional Health System, I prepare and operate cardiovascular imaging equipment, ensuring patient safety and a sterile environment during procedures. I collaborate closely with a team of cardiologists and electrophysiologists, providing care and support to patients undergoing various cardiovascular treatments. With my expertise in radiologic technology and commitment to professional development, I contribute to an innovative cardiovascular program recognised for excellence in heart care.

Norman Regional Health System has emerged as a beacon of workplace excellence. We have an innovative cardiovascular program and are looking for caring, knowledgeable Registered Technologists to expand our cardiovascular program. We will soon be moving to our new state-of-the-art Critical Care Tower, which will feature three Cath Lab suites, one Electrophysiology suite, one Hybrid suite, two treatment rooms, and seventeen Same Day Surgery rooms. We work with a team of nine cardiologists and two electrophysiologists.

Norman Regional Health System Cardiology Awards:

• American College of Cardiology Chest Pain Center with PCI and Resuscitation Accreditation
• American College of Cardiology NCDR Registry Gold Award
• Women’s Choice Award in Heart Care
• Intersocietal Accreditation Commission (IAC) Echo Accreditation
• American Association Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Rehabilitation (AACVPR) Accreditation

Responsibilities:

• Prepares equipment before and during procedures.
• Identifies and assesses patient condition.
• Prepares, positions, and provides patient care.
• Establishes and maintains a sterile environment.
• Serves as preceptor for new hires and radiology students and participates in the orientation of new staff.
• Uses downtime appropriately by stocking rooms, checking equipment, and other delegated tasks by Charge person or manager.
• Maintains strong professional working relationships with the physicians and leadership to facilitate excellent patient care.

Qualifications:

• Complete Cath Lab RT Orientation within 6 months.
• Complete all competencies listed in department policy within 6 months.

Education:

• Completion of a 24-month formal program or military program of Radiologic Technology with American Registry of Radiologic Technologist eligibility and/or current RCIS.

Experience:

• Previous Procedural Area experience preferred.

Licensure/Certification/Registration:

• American Registry of Radiologic Technology.
• Registered and/or RCIS.
• Cardiovascular (CV) or (CI) and/or (VI) certification preferred.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) training or re-training is required during orientation prior to providing patient care.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) must be maintained through re-training for the duration of employment.
• ACLS training must be achieved within 6 months of hire and maintained throughout the duration of employment.

Additional Qualifications:

• Graduate of an accredited Radiographic Program or Graduate of an accredited Cardiovascular Program.
• One year of experience working in a Cath Lab preferred.
• Registered as a Radiographer with the American Registry of Radiological Technologist - ARRT or Registration from the Cardiovascular Credentialing International – RCIS.
• Basic Life Support.
• Advanced Life Support within 6 months of hire.

Compensation: $27.84-$45.46/hr based on previous work experience.

Benefits include medical, dental, vision, short-term disability, long-term disability, life insurance, paid time off (PTO), paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, scholarship opportunities, retirement plans, free parking, and opportunities for advancement.