Cardiovascular Radiology Technologist

Luminis Health • Annapolis, MD

18h • $35 - $45

About The Position

Position Objective:
Performs radiographic procedures, with emphasis on cardiovascular anatomy, on patients of all age groups in accordance with established professional and departmental standards and procedures.
Essential Job Duties:
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions
Performs radiographic procedures and special diagnostic procedures in a timely manner consistent with established quality standards and the special needs of patients. Enters all pertinent patient information upon completion of procedure and adhering to department policy.
Participates as a member of a specialized medical team performing catheterization or other procedures to prepare patients for angiography.
Conducts daily quality assurance tests on radiological and emergency equipment and records results. Maintains a daily activities log.
Ensures proper storage and routing of supplies in the angiography area; monitors supplies and reports shortages as required. Orders all special procedure supplies as needed.
Performs role of monitoring rhythm and hemodynamics and documenting procedure events during routine and emergency cardiac procedures. Assists physician in emergency situations and with adverse contrast reaction to patients.
The above job description is an overview of the functions and requirements for this position. This document is not intended to be an exhaustive list encompassing every duty and requirement of this position; your supervisor may assign other duties as deemed necessary.

Requirements

• Successful completion of a 2 year radiological technology program in an AMA approved educational institution or Associates Degree in Invasive Cardiovascular Technology
• Two years in hospital special procedure environment. In absence of formal special procedures, training, twelve months certifiable on-the-job training in angiography is required.
• Certification in diagnostic radiography by American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT), with current state of Maryland licensure, or RCIS certification.
• American Heart Association Health Care Provider BLS; ACLS certification, must be obtained within 6 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Performs radiographic procedures and special diagnostic procedures in a timely manner consistent with established quality standards and the special needs of patients.
• Enters all pertinent patient information upon completion of procedure and adhering to department policy.
• Participates as a member of a specialized medical team performing catheterization or other procedures to prepare patients for angiography.
• Conducts daily quality assurance tests on radiological and emergency equipment and records results.
• Maintains a daily activities log.
• Ensures proper storage and routing of supplies in the angiography area; monitors supplies and reports shortages as required.
• Orders all special procedure supplies as needed.
• Performs role of monitoring rhythm and hemodynamics and documenting procedure events during routine and emergency cardiac procedures.
• Assists physician in emergency situations and with adverse contrast reaction to patients.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Retirement Plan (with employer match for employees who work more than 1000 hours in a calendar year)
• Paid Time Off
• Tuition Assistance Benefits
• Employee Referral Bonus Program
• Paid Holidays, Disability, and Life/AD&D for full-time employees
• Wellness Programs
• Employee Assistance Programs and more

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree