Cath Lab Tech

Advanced Modality - Cath Lab/Vascular Radiology Technologist (Imaging)

BJC HealthCare System is hiring a Full-Time Advanced Modality - Cath Lab/Vascular Radiology Technologist (Imaging) for Barnes-Jewish Hospital.

Exciting opportunity to learn and gain experience in both Cardiac and Vascular procedures!!!

Position Details:

• Day Shift Hours: Mon-Fri (7am-5:30pm) 10 Hour Shifts - 4 Days per Week with alternating days off each week (Schedules are made a month in advance) Full-Time - 40 Hours per Week
• NO CALL, NO WEEKENDS, closed on major holidays!!!
• Cardiovascular Procedure Center at Barnes-Jewish Hospital!
• Advanced Modality Technologist position
• Cross-Training for scrubbing available
• Great career for people who want to venture out of General Radiology!!!

Provide imaging support in Vascular procedures using hybrid OR fluoro equipment

Provide support in Cath Lab setting monitoring patient vitals, setting up sterile procedure field, working with nurse and providers during cath lab procedures

Siemens Machines - access to the latest and most advanced equipment needed to provide the clearest and most accurate images for complex and critical situations

Requirements:

• Associate's Degree or Trade School equivalency (or higher level of education)
• Certification as a Registered Technologist in Radiography - R.T.(R)

Experience:

• New grads, upcoming grads, and experienced Radiologic Technologists welcome to apply!!!

• MR, CT, RT, X-ray, Radiology, Medical Imaging, ARRT, BD, CI, N, VI, ASRT, Radiologic, Rad Tech, Student Radiology, Student in clinicals, General Radiology (X-Ray Tech), Entry Level, Radiologic Technologist, Radiographer, Rad Tech, Radiology Tech, Medical Imaging, RT, ARRT, Cardiovascular Technologist, Interventional Radiology Technologist, Cardiac Interventional Technologist, and Cardiac Catheterization Technologist

Next Steps:

• If selected to move forward with Interview Process, a Talent Advisor will contact you via email for a screen

Overview:

Barnes-Jewish Hospital at Washington University Medical Center is the largest hospital in Missouri and is ranked as one of the nation's top hospitals by U.S. News & World Report. Barnes-Jewish Hospital's staff is composed of full-time academic faculty and community physicians of Washington University School of Medicine, supported by a house staff of residents, interns, fellows and other medical professionals. Recognizing its excellence in nursing care, Barnes-Jewish Hospital was the first adult hospital in Missouri to be certified as a Magnet Hospital by the American Nurses Credentialing Center.

The Cardiac Cath Lab, a division of the Cardiovascular Procedure Center at Barnes-Jewish Hospital, is on the leading edge of technology. Patients have been among the first to benefit from advanced angioplasty techniques, valvuloplasty and percutaneous valve replacements. The Cardiac Cath Lab has a 97% success rate in acute interventional cases and a current rate of 100% of STEMI patients receiving emergency percutaneous cardiac intervention within 90 minutes. The Staff Nurse (RN) is an integral part of the patient care team using critical thinking skills, clinical expertise and critical care skills to continually assess the patients' hemodynamic, neurologic and respiratory response to the varied procedures performed in the lab. The Staff Nurse (RN) is responsible for administering conscious sedation to patients during these procedures as well continually assessing their level of sedation and managing their airway. The Staff Nurse (RN) always puts the patients needs first by being a patient advocate in all aspects of care.

Preferred Qualifications:

Role Purpose:

Performs diagnostic imaging procedures in at least one advanced imaging modality (defined as Computed Tomography (CT), Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI), Interventional, Mammography, Bone Density, Cardiac Catheterization) on adults and/or pediatric patients for the purpose of diagnosis and/or treatment, and quality control.

Responsibilities:

• Prepares patient and equipment for procedures.
• Performs studies independently, in on-call situations, portable exams, and other site as required by work area.

Minimum Requirements:

Education:

• Associate or Trade School Equi

Experience:

• No Experience

Supervisor Experience:

• No Experience

Licenses & Certifications:

• IEMA - Illinois only, excl MRI
• RTR,CT,MR,M,BD,CI,VI,RCIS,RCES

Preferred Requirements:

Experience:

• <2 years

Licenses & Certifications:

• Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation
• Intravenous Therapy

Benefits and Legal Statement:

BJC Total Rewards

At BJC we’re committed to providing you and your family with benefits and resources to help you manage your physical, emotional, social and financial well-being.

• Comprehensive medical, dental, vison, life insurance, and legal services available first day of the month after hire date
• Disability insurance* paid for by BJC
• Annual 4% BJC Automatic Retirement Contribution
• 401(k) plan with BJC match
• Tuition Assistance available on first day
• BJC Institute for Learning and Development
• Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Paid Time Off benefit combines vacation, sick days, holidays and personal time
• Adoption assistance

To learn more, go to our Benefits Summary.

*Not all benefits apply to all jobs

The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees in this position. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Equal Opportunity Employer