Cardiovascular Radiology Technologist

Company: Talent Healthcare Services
Location: Cincinnati
Posted on: May 6, 2025

Job Description:

#AlliedThe successful candidate will provide continuous, comprehensive care to adult and geriatric invasive cardiology and invasive peripheral and angiography patients in Cincinnati, OH. This role requires utilizing specialized knowledge, judgment, and skills in compliance with standards of care and customer service standards. You will perform angiographic procedures, including invasive vascular treatments and examinations, ensuring optimal image quality. All care is provided based on the concepts inherent in the model of care that promotes an ongoing partnership between patients, families, and the healthcare team. The care is culturally based and age-specific.Job Responsibilities* Understand signs and symptoms and data related to the patient's presenting needs.* Recognize and appropriately report to the physician and charge RN pertinent abnormal data and changes in the patient's condition.* Utilize appropriate handoff methods to collaborate with other healthcare team members to communicate pertinent data regarding the patient's physiological and psychological data.* Assess patient, family, and environment for safety risks, proactively seeking out and performing safety initiatives.* Provide ongoing, individualized holistic patient and family education based on needs with the multidisciplinary team.* Demonstrate critical thinking upon review of physician orders, making appropriate referrals, and contacting other health team professionals.* Respond to emergency situations requiring immediate, controlled precision in a skillful manner.* Implement measures to prevent contamination and/or transmission of disease, including the use of appropriate protective devices and equipment to prevent injury and maintain a safe environment.* Function as a scrub assistant to the cardiologist/radiologist using the principles of sterile technique and aid in the technical performance of diagnostic/interventional procedures in the cath lab and angiography.* Set up sterile trays and all specialized equipment according to the procedure being performed.* Maintain hemostasis of a vessel post-procedure using a compression device, closure device, or manual compression, recognizing potential problems associated with insertion sites and taking appropriate corrective actions if indicated.* Maintain competency on arterial and venous sheath removal techniques and groin management.* Demonstrate knowledge of department policies regarding radiation safety while using x-ray equipment.* Provide proper radiation protection for patients, self, and others (using lead aprons, lead gloves, and gonadal shielding when appropriate).* Properly screen all females in childbearing age as to possible pregnancy.* Properly wear radiation dosimetry badges, exchange badges each month, and review/sign monthly dosimetry reports.Skills*Required Skills & Experience:** 1-2 years previous experience in the field.* Good understanding of cardiovascular and peripheral anatomy to support learning stimulator role during complex ablations.* Responsible for meeting individual education and training requirements.* Participate in on-call coverage as the job requires.* Possess a high level of professionalism and the ability to establish good relationships with patients, staff, and physicians.* Able to perform duties with minimal supervision.Education*Required Education:** Graduate from an accredited school of Radiological Technology.*Required Certifications & Licensure:** Registered with the American Registry of Radiologic Technology (ARRT(R)).* Valid Ohio Radiologic License.* BLS (American Heart Assoc.)* ACLS (American Heart Assoc.) within one year of hireJob Type: ContractPay: $65.00 - $75.00 per hourSchedule:* Day shiftLicense/Certification:* ARRT (R) (Preferred)Work Location: In personby Jobble

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