Cardiovascular Imaging Tech, Cath Lab

Cardiovascular Imaging Technician, Cath Lab – Memorial Health

Responsible technical work on patients in the Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory. Operate various equipment to assist physicians during procedures, ensuring proper operation of x‑ray equipment and radiation safety.

USD $29.44/hr – $45.64/hr.

Full Time, Day Shift.

Sign‑on Bonus: $20,000–$40,000.

Graduate of an approved School of Radiology or equivalent training (if hired before September 1990).

• Graduate of an approved School of Radiology or equivalent training.
• Minimum of two years experience as a Cardiac Special Procedures Tech.

• Illinois Department of Health Nuclear Safety license required.
• American Registry of Radiologic Technologists certificate required.
• Completion of a basic EKG class within one year of hire.
• ACLS certification required.

• Completion of radiation safety classes within 90 days of employment required.

• Operates a variety of electrical equipment in a cardiovascular catheterization laboratory during procedures.
• Monitors the patient’s electrocardiogram, alerts the physician of any irregular heart activity or change in pressure, and charges the patient appropriately.
• Performs patient pre‑procedure teaching and obtains consent forms signed by the patient.
• Provides education to employees and community as needed.
• Prepares the patient for the procedure and acts as a circulator, connecting monitoring lines, checking pulses, and collecting and setting up equipment.
• Serves as a sterile assistant, assists the physician in maintaining a sterile field, and assists with catheter and equipment insertion and removal.
• Assists in the use of arterial closure devices and performs hemostasis techniques.
• Records, interprets, and calculates data collected during the procedure.
• Maintains equipment, corrects malfunctions, and reports issues for repair.
• Instructs technologists and others in technical procedures and equipment operation.
• Demonstrates knowledge of the proper operation of x‑ray equipment used in the Cath Lab and monitors quality assurance of the x‑ray equipment.
• Participates in the on‑call rotation.
• Collects appropriate past patient information for physician review.
• Adheres to behavioral standards and performs other related work as required.

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Full‑time

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