Cath Lab/Interventional Radiology Technologist - Full Time

Cardiac Cath Lab Technician

Assists the invasive cardiologist, Interventional Radiologist, and/or vascular surgeon in the performance of interventional procedures. Shares responsibility in the acquisition and processing of state-of-the-art imaging and efficient operation of equipment in the interventional labs. Participates in hemodynamic monitoring, scrubbing, and circulating duties. Maintains adequate levels of inventory in assigned procedure and restocks inventories as needed. Operates appropriate medical equipment and interacts professionally with customers and staff.

Locations: Stanford Health Care Tri-Valley

Prepare and position patients for interventional procedures

Monitors and documents all essential hemodynamic measurements throughout diagnostic and interventional catheterization procedures.

Utilizes and troubleshoots all adjunct diagnostic and interventional modalities necessary to complete.

Provides technical skills necessary to assist the physician in performing interventional procedures.

Provides a safe environment for patients undergoing interventional procedures including instituting methods to reduce radiation exposure.

Monitors and documents all X-ray exposure doses. Ensures radiation protection protocols are followed by all staff members and patients

Inventories procedure rooms and stocks as needed. Completes expired stock list monthly.

Participates in cross training in all aspects of the Cardiac Cath and Interventional Radiology Lab. Maintains all CEU's required for certification and or licensure.

Effectively completes and ensures that all electronic data is sent to its appropriate destination.

Educates patients/families regarding procedure and/or treatment to be performed.

Employee must perform all duties and responsibilities in accordance with the C-I-CARE Standards of the Hospital.

Education Qualifications

Accredited School of Radiology Required

Experience Qualifications

2+ years to 3 years of Cath Lab experience Required

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Able to work in a fast-paced changing environment

Strong customer service skills

Organized and detail oriented

Basic knowledge of budgeting

Strong computer skills

Strong knowledge or safety, quality management and join commission standards for department

Ability to troubleshoot equipment and escalate to management if needed.

Licenses and Certifications

Current American Heart Association Certification for Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers required

ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support required

ARRT - Radiology Tech License or

ARRT-CT - Cert Arrt in CT preferred

CRT required

Equal Opportunity Employer Stanford Health Care (SHC) strongly values diversity and is committed to equal opportunity and non-discrimination in all of its policies and practices, including the area of employment. Accordingly, SHC does not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity and/or expression, religion, age, national or ethnic origin, political beliefs, marital status, medical condition, genetic information, veteran status, or disability, or the perception of any of the above.

Base Pay Scale: Generally starting at $75.21 - $100.96 per hour