Job DescriptionThe Cardiovascular Intervention Center is a core element of the Smidt Heart Institute, performing more than 8,000 procedures a year. The department serves the populations of neonates to and including geriatrics. In this twelve-laboratory facility, we perform a wide range of diagnostic and therapeutic procedures for coronary artery disease, heart muscle function and heart valve dysfunction.
We are currently offering a $5,000.00 sign-on bonus to newly hired Techs! Summary of Essential Duties:
- The Cardiovascular Interventional Radiologic Technologist (RT) assists in all procedures performed in the Cardiovascular Intervention Center and is a member of the Cath Lab team.
- Performs the radiological procedures at a technical level.
- Responsible for positioning the patient and fluoroscopic equipment as needed to obtain optimum views of all relevant anatomy during procedures.
- Provides a safe patient care environment, maintains and operates the physiological monitoring/recording system for both interventional cardiac and complex electrophysiology studies, is responsible for monitoring radiation exposure levels during all exams and ensuring that technical factors appropriate for the given procedure are used.
QualificationsEducation:
- Graduate of a Radiology Technology program in an AMA approved school required
License/Certifications:
- Current ARRT and CRT certifications required
- Fluoroscopy permit required
- BLS from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross required (ACLS preferred)
- RT-CI specialty certification required or willing to obtain within one year from start date to maintain status as a Tech II
Experience:
- A minimum of 3 years of experience required performing a variety of Radiologic Interventional scans and/or procedures in a busy clinic environment
- Applicants with less than 3 years of experience may be considered as Cardiovascular IR Tech I
- Excellent arrhythmia recognition and hemodynamic monitoring skills required
- Congenital Heart experience preferred
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Keywords: Interventional, Radiology, Catheterization, Cath, Cardiovascular, Cardiac, Cardio, Lab, Laboratory, Medical Center, Healthcare, Hospital, Heart, Los Angeles, CA, California
