Cath Lab-EP Lab-IR Lab Tech

Location: Oak Park, Illinois Business Unit: Rush Oak Park Hospital: Rush Oak Park Hospital Department: Cath Lab/Electrophysiology Lab/Interventional Radiology Lab Work Type: Full Time (Total FTE 1.0) Shift: Shift 1 Work Schedule: 10 Hr (7:00 AM - 5:30 PM) Call: Cath Lab (30 min) / IR 60 min) Rush offers exceptional rewards and benefits learn more at our Rush benefits page ( Pay Range: $32 - $61.88 per hour Sign On Bonus: $10,000 and this position may be eligible for up to $5,000 in relocation. Rush salaries are determined by many factors including, but not limited to, education, job-related experience and skills, as well as internal equity and industry specific market data. The pay range for each role reflects Rush’s anticipated wage or salary reasonably expected to be offered for the position. Offers may vary depending on the circumstances of each case. Summary: Under the direction of the department manager and with limited supervision and in accordance with established policies and procedures, assists in conducting invasive cardiac cath and interventional procedures. Required Job Qualifications: Graduate of an accredited Radiologic Technology Program. Valid Illinois Emergency Management Agency (IEMA) license. Registry with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) Current CPR and ACLS (if no ACLS, must acquire within 6 months-1 year of hire). CV, CI, or RCIS certified or eligible for certification Preferred Job Qualifications/Knowledge: Minimum of 1 year experience as an interventional Radiology or Cardiac Cath technologist. Previous experience in the Cath Lab/IR. Functions as an Interventional Radiology, Cardiac Cath or Electrophysiology IR Technologist. Ability to improvise standard procedures. Ability to work independently and in a team environment, making decisions and directing work and patient flow to achieve maximum operational efficiency. Responsibilities: Receives and reviews requests for diagnostic and interventional procedures performed in the Cardiac Cath, Interventional and/or Electrophysiology Laboratory Department. Accepts patients and assesses their condition to determine proper handling and special requirements. Explains and prepares the patient for all cardiac and/or interventional radiology procedures. Prepares procedural table and/or room per cardiac cath and interventional procedures as indicated by protocol. Relies on extensive knowledge of anatomy, physiology and effects of disease processes to properly and safely position the patient for maximum diagnosis. Operates highly complex equipment within the cardiac cath and interventional department, selecting technical factors to ensure high-quality radiographs using the A.LA.R.A. standards. Has the ability to troubleshoot technical errors in dedicated x-ray equipment, portable ultrasounds and other portable equipment necessary to successfully and safely complete procedures Responsible for orientation and training of new staff and/or students. Performs data collection for the various Registry certification for the department. Documents exams, transmits images, and charges accurately. Maintains equipment and rooms in proper working condition. Reports malfunctions and necessary repairs to Manager and/or appropriate personnel. Performs various clerical duties ie scheduling, CQI initiatives. Etc. Checks stock inventory and initiates orders. Must be available for on-call status, as needed Physical Demands: Ability to walk throughout the Medical Center and to be standing or walking most of the designated shift. Ability to lifting or carrying objects 35-40lbs. and lifting and positioning patients, some of whom may exceed 300 lbs. Work conditions include performing procedures where carelessness could result in injury or illness and/or contact with potentially infectious materials and/or strong chemical agents. Rush is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics. #J-18808-Ljbffr Isort