Cardiac Cath Lab Radiologic Technologist

Offering a $10,000 sign‑on bonus for new external hires. Hours: 4x10’s, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday, 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM (Thursdays off). Includes one weeknight of call per week and one weekend of call per month. Why You’ll Love Working at Lowell General Hospital Free parking — because your commute should be the easiest part of your day. Benefits starting Day 1 — including medical, dental, and vision coverage. Generous PTO package with 30 days off to recharge and enjoy life outside of work. Career growth: advancement opportunities into Tech II and Tech III roles, supported by competency‑based training and professional development. Retirement match with immediate 100% vesting in your contributions — your future starts building right away. Job Overview This position plays a crucial role in delivering quality patient care by assisting in diagnostic and interventional cardiac catheterization procedures. Collaborating with other members of the care team, this role is responsible for promoting the policies, procedures, philosophy, and objectives of the CardioVascular Center. We are looking for team members who display high level abilities and advanced clinical practice while maintaining a willingness to learn and grow in the rapidly changing world of interventional cardiology. Minimum Qualifications Degree from an accredited school of Radiologic Technology with Radiologic Technologist (RT) Certification. Current ARRT Registration. Current Massachusetts RT State License. Obtain Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) Certification within six (6) months of hire. Obtain Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Certification within six (6) months of hire. Preferred Qualifications Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist (RCIS) Certification. ≥1-year Cath Lab/IR Clinical Experience. Duties and Responsibilities Prepares the cardiac catheterization lab for procedures, including setting up the sterile procedure table and ensuring all necessary supplies and apparel are available. Assists in clean up and turnover of room in preparation for following procedure. Assists preparing patient for cardiac catheterization procedures, including prepping access site(s) and properly draping patient in the fashion that corresponds to the procedure, while maintaining standards of sterility. Sets up, operates, and troubleshoots cardiac catheterization equipment, ensuring their proper functioning during procedures, including: G.E. digital angiography equipment, including acquisition and archiving of angiographic images. MedRad contrast power injectors, including operation and maintenance of. Boston Scientific intravascular ultrasound (IVUS), including maintenance of the IVUS database. OpSens pressure wire device, including FFR and dPR recordings. Impella. Intra‑aortic Balloon Pump. Shockwave (IVL). Accurately documents procedure charges, supply charges, fluoroscopy time and radiation dose, and contrast dosage. Collaborates with the healthcare team to maintain a sterile environment within the cath lab, adhering to infection control protocols. Ensures proper radiation safety protocols are followed, including use of lead aprons and shielding to minimize radiation exposure to patients, staff, and oneself. Responsible for notifying physician of elevated radiation doses intraprocedurally. Participates in quality assurance initiatives to improve the efficiency and safety of cardiac catheterization procedures. Assists in managing supplies and equipment within the cath lab, ensuring all necessary items are readily available. Participates in the orientation and training of new staff members and collaborates effectively with cardiologists, nurses, and other healthcare professionals. Prepares to respond to emergencies and provide immediate assistance during complications or adverse events, including cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), cardiac defibrillation, and artificial respiration. Pay Range $42.81 - $51.67 #J-18808-Ljbffr