Cardiovascular Technologist
The posted compensation range of $26.38 - $38.26 /hour is a reasonable estimate that extends from the lowest to the highest pay CommonSpirit in good faith believes it might pay for this particular job, based on the circumstances at the time of posting. CommonSpirit may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range as permitted by law.
Responsibilities
Job Summary / Purpose
Perform a variety of complex specialized tasks eminent in operating radiographic equipment to perform vascular and neuroradiology angiographic and interventional procedures.
Essential Key Job Responsibilities
- Perform complex specialized tasks associated with the operation of radiographic equipment to make special study radiographs of designated body portions in accordance with radiation safety procedures
- Position patients; immobilize as necessary
- Assist radiologist during angiographic and interventional procedures
- Operate fluoroscopic equipment. Position patients for rapid sequence filming during contrast media administration
- Set up sterile trays and other equipment practicing sterile technique
- Assist radiologist during procedure to include handling of instruments, operating and monitoring equipment, calling out equipment readings; alerting physician to changes in patient condition
- Scrub to assist with passage of catheters/guide wires
- Load power injectors with contrast media; prepare for injection
- Process film, collate in sequence and label appropriately. Maintain film archival system
- Schedule patient procedures from referring physician's offices
- Assist in orientation of new technologists; provide education and training to student technologists. Maintain patient records and statistical data. Coordinate scheduling and patient flow within the neuro/vascular radiographic suites; coordinate procedure performance across different hospital divisions (anesthesia, pediatrics, radiology)
- Maintain supply inventory; order supplies
- Other duties assigned by manager
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
Required Education (for CHI Leadership Job Levels from Supervisor through President) | Does Not Apply |
Required Education for Staff Job Levels | Associate’s Degree in Radiology program and/or Cardiovascular Technologist program |
Required Licensure and Certifications | Registered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (ARRT) Licensed by Kentucky Department of Health as a Certified Medical Radiologic Technologist (MRT) Registered RCIS (CCI) Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) |
Required Minimum Knowledge, Skills and Abilities | Microsoft Office Ability to work with complex technology |
PREFERRED Qualifications | One (1) years of experience in Interventional Angiography/Cardiac Cath |
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