Special Procedures Technologist - Cath Lab

Job Description Centered in the heart of Yuba-Sutter County, Adventist Health and Rideout have been one of the area's leading healthcare providers since 1907. We are comprised of a 221-bed hospital, 21 physician clinics, home care services, comprehensive cancer care, and a vast scope of award‑winning services located throughout Marysville and the surrounding areas. The allure of Marysville's community is complemented by its proximity to major metropolitan cities in the Bay Area and Sacramento, as well as a quick drive to Lake Tahoe. Job Summary Performs, assists, and completes cardiac and vascular radiographic examinations. Performs active radiographic interventional procedures in the cardiovascular lab using a variety of complicated and sophisticated equipment. Operates equipment to produce digital images of designated body portions, as ordered by physicians. Positions and instructs patients for examinations and performs specialized studies. Job Requirements Education and Work Experience: Associate’s Degree or equivalent combination of education/related experience: Preferred Bachelor’s Degree in radiological technology or equivalent (some certifications will require a Bachelor’s): Preferred Experience in Cath Lab or Special Procedures: Preferred Licenses/Certifications: American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) certification: Preferred Radiologic Tech (RT) in the state of practice: Required Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) or Basic Life Support (BLS, HS‑BLS, or RQIBLS) certification: Required Essential Functions Operates diagnostic imaging equipment to produce contrast‑enhanced radiographs of the heart and cardiovascular system during cardiac catheterization, positioning and immobilizing patients on the examining table using head and shoulder braces and following specified protocols. Assists physicians with specialized procedures, including special exams; enters technical factors determined by protocol such as amount and quality of the radiation beam and specified filming sequence into the computer; raises, lowers, and manipulates the x‑ray tube in response to physician instructions; starts automatic injection of contrast medium into patient blood vessels; activates the fluoroscope and motion‑picture camera (cinefluorography) to produce images that assist physicians in guiding catheters. Provides patients with procedure explanations in preparation for exams and gives clear discharge instructions; observes gauges, recorder, and video screens of a multichannel data analysis system that indicates blood pressure, cardiac output, and respiration during imaging; alerts physicians to changes in patient responses. Monitors and controls environmental factors, such as temperature, humidity, and electrical safety; assists physicians in interventional procedures, such as instilling enzymes or inserting balloons to remove plaque or other blockages. Maintains accurate and updated documentation, adhering to program standards. Performs other job‑related duties as assigned. Organizational Requirements Adventist Health is committed to the safety and wellbeing of our associates and patients. All associates are required to receive all necessary vaccinations as a condition of employment and annually thereafter, where applicable. Medical and religious exemptions may apply. Adventist Health participates in E‑Verify. Visit for more information about E‑Verify. By choosing to apply, you acknowledge that you have accessed and read the E‑Verify Participation and Right to Work notices and understand the contents therein. About Us Adventist Health is a faith‑based, nonprofit, integrated health system serving more than 100 communities on the West Coast and Hawaii with over 440 sites of care, including 27 acute care facilities. Founded on Adventist heritage and values, Adventist Health provides care in hospitals, clinics, home care, and hospice agencies in both rural and urban communities. Our compassionate and talented team of more than 38,000 includes employees, physicians, medical staff, and volunteers driven in pursuit of one mission: living God’s love by inspiring health, wholeness, and hope. #J-18808-Ljbffr Adventist Health