Cardiovascular Invasive Radiologic Technologist
Peoria, IL
Host Healthcare
5x8 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

Job Opportunity: Rad Tech 2 - Cardiovascular Invasive

Location

• Peoria, Illinois

Employment Type

• Clinical-Allied

Contract Length

• 13 weeks

Shift & Hours

• Day shift
• 10 hours per day, 40 hours per week

Job Description

• Assist cardiologists in performing invasive and diagnostic/interventional cardiac, vascular, and electrophysiologic (EP) procedures.
• Perform technical hemodynamic monitoring and interpretation using automated techniques.
• Set up and operate electrical/imaging equipment and computers related to procedures.
• Interpret hemodynamic and procedural results/outcomes.
• Operate monophasic and biphasic defibrillators.
• Communicate and educate patients during procedures to reduce anxiety and ensure focused care.
• Recognize and assist with anesthesia needs for sedated or anesthetized patients.
• Collaborate with healthcare team members and research coordinators.
• Direct team members as needed to ensure patient care standards and optimal outcomes.
• Train and mentor team members.
• Interact professionally with vendors to ensure safe and effective use of equipment and supplies.
• Maintain and troubleshoot equipment; ensure daily safety checks.
• Manage digital archiving of patient images and reports.
• Maintain aseptic technique; prepare sterile fields and instruments.
• Assist in passing sterile guidewires, catheters, and other devices.
• Accurately interpret EKGs and alert physicians to irregularities.
• Report significant observations and document care provided.

Required Qualifications

Experience

• Minimum 3 years of experience as a Cath Lab Technologist, including experience within the last year.
• Experience as an Electrophysiology Technician.
• Knowledge of the purpose and operation of equipment and supplies inherent in cardiac/vascular diagnostic and interventional procedures.
• Knowledge and competency in moderate sedation administration and policy protocol.
• Knowledge of electrophysiology (EP) concepts, theory, and the fluoroscopic anatomy and physiology involved in diagnostic and interventional EP procedures.
• Ability to recognize and assist in treatment of any complication arising from cardiac/vascular/EP diagnostic and interventional procedures.
• Extensive knowledge of use and function of supplies specific to cardiac/vascular diagnostic and interventional procedures.
• Advanced knowledge of EKG interpretation.
• Advanced knowledge of arrhythmia recognition, analysis, and interpretation.
• Knowledge of data analysis and interpretation specific to device implantation and function.

Education

• Associate’s Degree in a related field
  OR
• Certificate of completion from a Radiology Program

Certifications & Licensure

• Illinois Emergency Management Agency (IEMA) License in Radiologic Technology
• BLS (Basic Life Support) certification issued by the American Heart Association
• ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support) certification issued by the American Heart Association
• ARRT (American Registry of Radiologic Technologists) Registration in Radiology

Additional Information

• Excellent communication and professional interaction skills required to facilitate patient safety and optimal outcomes.
• Ability to organize and prioritize tasks based on procedural findings.
• Experience collaborating with multidisciplinary teams and vendors.
• Commitment to ongoing knowledge and skill updates as equipment and procedures evolve.

This position is ideal for experienced cardiovascular invasive radiologic technologists seeking a clinical allied role with a focus on cardiac and electrophysiologic procedures.