Cardiovascular Radiologic Technologist - Cardiac Cath Lab - Part Time/Days - Req# 2168301709

Under the direction of the Cardiac Services Manager and Executive Director of Cardiology and Interventional Services the individual provides technical assistance in Cardiovascular Laboratory operating radiologic equipment, and assisting in diagnostic, invasive, and surgical procedures

Positions patients for invasive procedures relative to patient's condition and vasculature, to produce optimal study

Operates /positions detectors for fluoroscopy imagining

Maintains optimal performance and safety of radiological and radiological related equipment

Ensure all images are successfully migrated to PACS

Post processing of images as required by the department

Maintains lead for cath lab department according to regulatory standards

Maintains tabulation of radiation exposure times and contrast totals for each procedure

Maintains weekly fluoroscopy equipment quality control

Assists physicians during procedures as scrub personnel

Assists physician by providing necessary supplies/equipment during procedure

Assist in transporting patients to and from treatment cardiovascular lab

Working knowledge of ancillary equipment used during procedures

Participation in patient education

Working knowledge of vascular anatomy

Knowledge of coronary views to acquire imaging

Knowledge of contrast media and the appropriate usage

Knowledge of radiation protection for personnel and patients

Knowledge of ancillary equipment including but not limited to IVUS, FFR, IABP, ECT,

Knowledge of supplies used for various invasive diagnostic and interventional procedures

Knowledge of Sterile Gowning/Gloving, Aseptic/ Asepsis technique and surgical instruments

Ability to operate digital recorder and roadmap system

Ability to operate and position image detectors to achieve optimal images

Ability to operate angiographic pressure injector

Ability to set up sterile table/field for invasive and surgical procedure

Ability to remove arterial and venous sheaths under RN supervision

Ability to assist physician during procedure as a scrub personnel

Accountability

Action Oriented

Customer Focused

Compassion

Effective Communication

Teamwork

Ethics & Values

Integrity & Trust

High school diploma or equivalent

Completion of studies in radiological studies

Minimum of 2 years experience

BCLS

Current CRT certification from the State of California, issued by the Department of Health Services, Radiologic Health Section.

Current Fluoroscopy Permit from the State of California, issued by the Department of Health Services, Radiologic Health Section,

Current ARRT certification, issued by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists.

RCIS certification preferred

Ability to adhere with AVH Leaves of Absence Policy

Ability to adhere with AVH Paid Time Off (PTO) Policy

Ability to adhere with AVH Recording of Hours Worked Policy

Ability to adhere to the department dress code

Ability to organize work and establish priorities

Ability to expand on own initiative in performance of duties

Skill and ability to follow the telephone etiquette/standards

Conforms to AVH Standards of Excellence

Ability to function effectively under pressure and meet time parameters

Ability to communicate effectively while maintaining good working relationships with co­workers, managers and other hospital staff

Ability to adhere to the normal standards of courtesy and conduct as defined under the rules of hospitality at AVH

Ability to maintain the confidentiality of patient, hospital and department information

Ability to adhere to safety rules and regulations

Safely and effectively uses all equipment necessary to carry out duties

Ability to interpret and function under hospital and department policies and procedures

Conforms with required and appropriate Joint Commission requirements

Conforms with and supports hospital quality assurance and improvement guidelines

Ability to participate effectively in department and hospital staff education

Display a willingness to work as a team player

Ability to give and support the highest level of patient/customer satisfaction at all times

Supports and adheres to the values and mission statement established by the AVH Board of Directors

Ability to demonstrate knowledge and understanding of Corporate Compliance rules and regulations, complies with duty to report behavior standard, demonstrates understanding of purpose for Corporate Compliance hotline and importance of seeking guidance from a supervisor when in doubt regarding a possible corporate compliance issue