Radiology Technologist - Cardiac Cath Lab

Job Details Department: 36918 Advocate Good Samaritan Hospital - Cardiac Cath Lab Status: Full time Benefits Eligible: Yes Hours Per Week: 40 Schedule Details/Additional Information: 4-10 hour shifts per week, call required 5-7 days per month including some weekends and holidays Pay Range: $38.20 - $57.30 Sign-on Bonus: $15,000 Position Requirements Typically requires 2 years cardiac cath lab experience. Demonstrated proficiency in PTCA, EPS preferred, with an AAS in RTR, or RTN license, or a minimum of 5 years experience as RTR or RTN experience preferred. Minimum of 12 CEU hours per year. This position will need to recognize the needs and behaviors of a variety of age groups of patients treated, i.e., normal patterns of adolescent behavior and look for signs of normal aging; prior experience with various age groups is preferred. Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills. Ability to anticipate patient and unit needs. Ability to teach procedures to the staff. Current License in the state of IL as a RTR, RTN, RCVT, or Paramedic (EMT-P), ACLS, IABP, RCIS within two years of employment. The ability to function in a high-stress environment, lift and move heavy patients and equipment, stand for long periods of time, wear lead apron (~18 lbs.), and work flexible hours and on‑call basis. All cath lab staff must respond to off-hour call-ins within thirty minutes of the pager going off. Ability to lift up to 35 pounds without assistance; for patient lifts over 35 pounds, use patient handling equipment with at least one other associate where available. Unique patient lifting/movement situations will be assessed on a case-by-case basis. Purpose To provide professional, highly technical nursing care to all cardiovascular patients, while assisting physicians during all cardiovascular procedures. Function as a liaison for patients, family, and physicians. Assist physicians in operating technical equipment utilized during all procedures. Accountabilities Maintain complete documentation of cardiovascular procedures. Participate in in services, continuing education, and workshops to remain abreast of new procedures and current technologies. Accountable for the maintenance of quality control in all areas of the lab. Provide a secure and safe environment for patients and staff, maintaining constant awareness of safety hazards. Assistance with new staff orientation within the department. Act as a role model within the department, serving as a resource person for all clinical activities. Assisting in the development of new operating procedures. Benefits Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: Compensation based on qualifications, skills, experience, and training. Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more. Incentive pay for select positions. Opportunity for annual increases based on performance. Paid Time Off programs. Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, 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 financial wellness programs. Educational Assistance Program. Eligibility for programs depends on FTE or status; please ask a Recruiter for specifics. #J-18808-Ljbffr 125 Advocate Health and Hospitals Corporation