Special Procedure Technologist (Radiologic Technologist), Cardiac Catheter Lab
$93,413–$115,690 year
On-siteRahway, New Jersey, United States
Job Summary
Prepares patients for procedures, positions them for rapid sequence filming during contrast media administration, and operates diagnostic equipment including fluoroscopy tools to ensure safe and accurate diagnostic and therapeutic procedures. Assists physicians during angiographic and interventional procedures by scrubbing, circulating, or monitoring activities, while setting up sterile trays, handling instruments, and scrubs to assist with catheter and guidewire passage. Calibrates and maintains equipment, reports failures immediately, and monitors patient conditions by calling out readings to alert physicians. Utilizes ICVS and PACS systems to enter and retrieve images, demonstrating knowledge of safety protocols and collaborating professionally with physicians, nurses, and interdisciplinary teams. Requires day shift employment at RWJBarnabas Health Rahway Hospital.
Required Qualifications
- Graduate of an AMA-approved school of Radiologic Technology (RT)
- Graduate of an approved CVT school
- Problem-solving
- Critical thinking
- Decisive judgment
- Collaboration
- Ability to work with minimal supervision
- Must hold and maintain active Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Heart Association
- Must hold and maintain active Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification through the American Heart Association
- Active NJ Certified X-Ray Technologist (NJ CXT) license
- National registry with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)
Desired Qualifications
- Certification as a Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist (RCIS)
- Minimum 2 years of Cath Lab or Interventional Radiology scrubbing and hemodynamic monitoring experience
- EKG Certification
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