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Radiology Technologist - Cardiac Cath Lab

$38.2 - $57.3 per hour

Advocate Aurora Health

Department:

36918 Advocate Lutheran General Hospital - Cardiac Cath Lab

Status:


Full time

Benefits Eligible:

Yes

Hou rs Per Week:

40

Schedule Details/Additional Information:

4 x 10 hour shifts. On call per department schedule. 5-7 call shifts per month.

Pay Range
$38.20 - $57.30

Major Responsibilities:
  • The Cardiovascular Invasive Special Procedures Tech provides competent, proficient, technical support during diagnostic and interventional cardiac catheterization procedures, implementing procedural standards and protocols.
    • 1)Functions as scrub assistant, circulator and monitor technician on a rotating basis during procedures. Assists physician during interventional procedures with complex interventional devices, including intra-aortic balloon pump.
    • 2)Collects, analyzes, and interprets hemodynamic and oximetric data.
    • 3)Anticipates needs of scrub team for sterile supplies, equipment connection, and operation.
    • 4)Anticipates needs of scrub team for sterile supplies, equipment connection, and operation.
    • 5)Observes sterile technique when prepping, scrubbing, draping, assisting, and circulating.
    • 6)Processes digital imaging: titles and labels properly, demonstrates ability to view and transfer images.
    • 7)Demonstrates competence in the operation of imaging, physiological monitoring, and related equipment; performs basic troubleshooting for this equipment.
    • 9)Demonstrates competence in decentralized lab testing - assumes responsibility for QA proficiency testing, etc.
    • 10)Administers medication in accordance with medication administration policy. • Performs roadmapping call-up of interventional studies. • Assists with vascular software processing during peripheral studies. • Sets up procedural table for chase bolusing during peripheral studies.
    • 8)Communicates and collaborates with physicians, managers, support personnel, and staff regarding technical issues to insure reliability of results and quality assurance in imaging, hemodynamics, and oximetry.
  • The Cardiovascular Invasive Special Procedures Tech provides patient care specific to procedural requirements and patient needs (under the supervision of physicians and Cath Lab nursing personnel) within established departmental policies for scope of practice.
    • 1)Performs basic patient assessment and preparation for procedures: monitors vital signs, heart rate/rhythm interpretation, O2 saturation, LOC; obtains pertinent patient medical information and enters in point of care system or procedural record pre and post-procedure; monitors arterial and venous lines and their insertion sites; performs CPR, defibrillation and cardioversion as necessary; performs venipuncture for IV therapy. Rotates as qualified observer; administers IA medications under direct super vision of physicians.
    • 2)Provides for patient comfort and safety within procedural parameters.
    • 3)Documents procedural events chronologically in the procedural record (Quinton System). Completes database forms with input from physician.
    • 4)Performs post-procedure ACT determination, sheath removal, and hemostasis according to established protocol.
    • 5)Assists with implementation of hemostatic devices (i.e., vaso-seal, angioseal, and femostop device).
    • 6)Assists with transport of monitored patients to nursing units.
    • 7)Provides for the special needs and behaviors of specific age groups served.
    • 8)Participates in developing and revising policy and procedures.
  • The Cardiovascular Invasive Special Procedures Tech provides support and education to patients, families, and other healthcare team members.
    • 1)Assesses learning needs of patients, family members, and significant others.
    • 2)Documents patient teaching in medical record.
    • 3)Recognizes needs and behaviors of a variety of age groups of patients treated.
    • 4)Precepts first-year Cardiology Fellows in operation of fluoroscope, C-arm, and angiographic imaging techniques.
    • 5)Presents inservices to Cath Lab staff on topics relating to technical skill enhancement, radiation safety, image quality, QA and hemostasis techniques.
    • 6)Precepts nurses and technologists in manual hemostasis and the use of mechanical hemostatic devices.
    • 7)Precepts new technologists in scrubbing, circulating, and monitoring roles.
    • 8)Acts as a resource for imaging and hemostasis techniques.
  • The Cardiovascular Invasive Special Procedures Tech maintains a safe, organized and efficient work environment.
    • 1)Complies with established radiation safety standards, OSHA safety standards, and infection control standards/practices.
    • 2)Maintains quality control of technical equipment according to protocol.
    • 3)Identifies equipment and supply needs for procedures in a timely manner.
    • 4)Maintains clean, neat work areas.
    • 5)Removes broken or malfunctioning equipment from service and labels as such, notifies Biomedical Engineering.
    • 6)Assists with inventory processing when necessary.
    • 7)Performs fluoro benchmark phantom imaging for QA monitoring.
    • 8)Performs dosimetry checks.
  • The Cardiovascular Invasive Special Procedures Tech demonstrates the ability to interact and cooperate with all customers.
    • 1)Seeks to meet anticipated customer needs in both clinical and non-clinical situations.
    • 2)Role-models behaviors supportive of cooperation and teamwork.
    • 3)Supports open communication amongst all members of the healthcare team.
  • The Cardiovascular Invasive Special Procedures Tech maintains professional growth, self-development objectives, and skill enhancement.
    • 1)Assesses own educational needs, planning and implementing strategies to meet knowkedge deficiencies.
    • 2)Attends one (1) CV conference (local) annually.
  • The Cardiovascular Invasive Special Procedures Tech demonstrates a commitment to the organization by supporting and adapting to changes consistent with operating goals.
    • 1)Acts independently in making decisions on routine daily assignments.
    • 2)Demonstrates adaptability and flexibility for change.
    • 3)Demonstrates reliability for attendance and punctuality.
    • 4)Demonstrates cost-effective measures with an awareness of quality.
    • 5)Maintains department-based mandatory education requirements.
    • 6)Actively participates in staff meetings/attends monthly inservices.
    • 7)Assists with development and revision of policies and procedures pertaining to technical matters.
    • 8)Participates in CQI development projects (team performance plan).
    • 9)Provides recommendations/input on capital equipment acquisition.
Education/Experience Required:

Must be a graduate of an accredited School of Radiology.

Employee must pass RT Boards (Registry Exam) within 6 months of graduation.

Typically requires 2 years of experience in an Interventional Radiology and/or Cath Lab Tech role.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required:
  • Experienced Level: Intermediate computer skills, film-processing skills, hemodynamic interpretation skills, basic patient assessment skills, IV therapy skills. New Grads will require educational classes to acquire the above skills. Knowledge of radiographic imaging and radiation safety.
  • Current RT license in State of Illinois and current AART registry. BCLS certification.
Physicial Requirements and Working Conditions:
  • Ability to work staggered 10 hour shifts. Ability to take call. Ability to work under stressful conditions and difficult situations. Exposed to blood and body fluids. Exposed to radiation. Ability to assist patients in transfer. Ability to perform lifting, pulling, and pushing activities related to patient positioning/transfer and stocking of supplies.
  • Ability to lift up to 35 pounds without assistance. For patient lifts of over 35 pounds, or when patient is unable to assist with the lift, patient handling equipment is expected to be used, with at least one other associate, when available. Unique patient lifting/movement situations will be assessed on a case-by-case basis.
This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.

Our Commitment to You:

Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more - so you can live fully at and away from work, including:

Compensation
  • Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training
  • Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job
  • Incentive pay for select positions
  • Opportunity for annual increases based on performance
Benefits and more
  • Paid Time Off programs
  • Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
  • Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
  • Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
  • Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
  • Educational Assistance Program

Note: Eligibility for programs listed above may depend on your FTE or status (e.g., full-time, part-time, per diem, temporary, etc.); please ask a Recruiter for more information during an interview.

About Advocate Health

Advocate Health is the third-largest nonprofit, integrated health system in the United States, created from the combination of Advocate Aurora Health and Atrium Health. Providing care under the names Advocate Health Care in Illinois; Atrium Health in the Carolinas, Georgia and Alabama; and Aurora Health Care in Wisconsin, Advocate Health is a national leader in clinical innovation, health outcomes, consumer experience and value-based care. Headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, Advocate Health services nearly 6 million patients and is engaged in hundreds of clinical trials and research studies, with Wake Forest University School of Medicine serving as the academic core of the enterprise. It is nationally recognized for its expertise in cardiology, neurosciences, oncology, pediatrics and rehabilitation, as well as organ transplants, burn treatments and specialized musculoskeletal programs. Advocate Health employs 155,000 teammates across 69 hospitals and over 1,000 care locations, and offers one of the nation's largest graduate medical education programs with over 2,000 residents and fellows across more than 200 programs. Committed to providing equitable care for all, Advocate Health provides more than $6 billion in annual community benefits.
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