CV Rad Technologist II

• Operates all radiographic equipment utilizing the ALARA (as low as reasonably achievable) principle, maintaining a safe radiological environment.
• Prepares and operates other equipment related to cardiac catheterization & angiography; i.e., ISTAT machine, AVOXimeter, Hemochron, etc.
• Maintains radiographic equipment and x-ray rooms in proper working condition, reporting malfunctions and necessary repairs to supervisory personnel.
• Provides direct patient care ensuring the quality and continuity of patient care.
• Contributes to the efficient and fiscally responsible operation of the department.
• Functions as a member of the team, including hemodynamic monitoring and assisting with physicians during procedures.
• Assists in maintaining adequate supply inventory for the department, notifies appropriate person when stock is low.
• Enters patient charges and reviews for accuracy if assigned.
• Participates in on-call schedule, which includes taking primary call phone.
• Schedule cases as needed.
• Pulls venous and arterial lines.
• Assists with orientation and preceptorship for new personnel.

• EP Specific:

• Provides retraction of tissue and organs for optimal visualization with regard to tissue type, appropriate retraction instrument and/or technique.
• Utilizes appropriate techniques to assist with hemostasis.
• Utilizes appropriate techniques to assist with closure of body planes as directed by the surgeon (sutures, staples, etc.).

• Must meet CV Rad Tech Level I criteria.
• Basic knowledge of cardiac catheterization/cardiovascular procedures and equipment is required.
• Competent with information and computer systems.
• Must obtain and maintain sedation and EKG competency annually.
• Must take Medication Administration test at time of hire/transfer.
• Must be competent in the job roles of Drive, Scribe and Monitor.
• Has completed a peer education topic with CV staff.
• Able to provide two peer/physician letters of recommendation.

• Two years' of Cath/IR/EP lab experience required, or one or more certifications in Cath Lab/Interventional Radiology/Electrophysiology/Vascular modalities required.  Verification of certification must be presented to Manager and kept on file in the department.

• Iowa Permit to Practice required.  American Registry of Radiologic Technology required, certification as Cardiovascular Technologist preferred.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS), certification in accordance with American Heart Association required.
• Current Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification in accordance with American Heart Association required or obtain within 6 months of hire.
• Iowa Dependent Adult Abuse and Iowa Child Abuse Mandatory Reporter training required. Employee must submit certification of completed training to Human Resources prior to start or transfer date.

Location: Mercy Medical Center - Cedar Rapids · Cardiovascular
Schedule: Full Time, Day, M-F with call