ARRT Cardiac Cath Technologist

ARRT Cardiac Cath Technologist

Winchester, CA $57,229 - $90,029 a year

Full Time

Position Overview

We are seeking a licensed Cardiac Catheterization Technologist to join a dynamic healthcare team in the Pacific Northwest region. This role involves assisting with cardiac catheterization procedures by ensuring high-quality imaging and proper storage of images according to departmental standards. You will operate fluoroscopy equipment to provide optimal images for cardiologists during diagnostic and therapeutic catheterizations. Additionally, you will assist physicians in a scrub assistant capacity and manage hemodynamic monitoring and data collection.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain a safe and clean working environment, adhering to safety and infection control protocols.
• Perform all duties related to the Cardiac Cath Lab Technologist role.
• Ensure proper operation and performance of imaging equipment in the catheterization lab.
• Assist physicians by capturing appropriate images and sequences to support diagnostic and interventional procedures.
• Manage communication flow within the lab, including pages, specimen handling, and housekeeping requests.
• Serve as Monitor Technician, acquiring hemodynamic and electrophysiological data through computer sampling.
• Document procedural changes and prepare requisitions for necessary supplies.
• Support physicians as a scrub technician during coronary arteriography and cardiac interventions.
• Maintain competence across Radiographic Technician, Monitor Technician, and Scrub Technician roles through ongoing education and conference participation.

Education and Experience

• Minimum of two years' experience in a cardiac catheterization lab preferred. Recent graduates from Radiology Technology programs within the last two years or licensed Radiation Technologists with five years of recent experience may also be considered.

Licenses and Certifications

• Required: CRT (California Radiologic Technology certificate)
• Required: California Fluoroscopy permit
• Required: ARRT (American Registry of Radiologic Technologists) certification
• Required: Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
• Required: Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification within six months of hire
• Additional unit-specific certifications may be required

Additional Information

All candidates must successfully pass a physical evaluation, urine drug screen, and pre-employment background checks prior to starting employment. This position offers a $18,000 bonus paid out monthly over six months following 30 days of employment, contingent upon meeting experience requirements.