Angiographic Technologist

Req Number 117321Job DescriptionAssists Interventional Physicians in performing all invasive interventional cardiolovascular procedures. Performs duties within standards of practice established by the Cardiac Catheterization Lab (CCL) and Electrophysiology Lab (EP) and complies with all applicable policies and procedures.Job Responsibility

Supports and assists physician performing invasive imaging procedures including, but not limited to, angiograms, angioplasties, stenting, biopsies, embolizations, vascular and non-vascular related procedures.

Adheres to strict sterile techniques in the performance of duties.

Operates equipment properly according to departmental and regulatory guidelines.

Observes patient during interventional catheterization procedure. Recognizes and reports situations requiring immediate assistance

Assists in cardiopulmonary emergencies, as directed. Interacts with fellow health care team appropriately and calmly.

Reviews angiographic and hemodynamic data with operating physician. Records pertinent data on preliminary reports and maintains database.

Performs various quality control measures according to established policies, procedures and regulations.

Participates in related Quality Control/Performance Improvement reviews and initiatives, as required.

Monitors and maintains inventory of case supplies and equipment on a continual basis.

May provide feedback related to the evaluation of new instruments, equipment, and other interventional specialty items.

Maintains certification and attends all in-services related to new equipment and technology. Complies with all OSHA, regulatory agency and hospital safety standards.

Performs other job related duties as required.

Job Qualification

Graduate of an accredited school of Cardiovascular Technology AND Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist (RCIS) through Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI), required.

OR

Graduate of an accredited Radiologic Technology program AND New York State Department of Health licensure as a Radiologic Technologist AND American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) Registered Technologist (R.T.), required.

BLS and ACLS certifications, required.

Prior catheterization, electrophysiology laboratory, interventional radiology or operating room experience, preferred.

Working knowledge of interventional cardiology, hemodynamic monitoring, cardiovascular anatomy/physiology and telemetry rhythms, required.

Excellent organizational and oral communication skills, required.

Ability to function efficiently during emergencies.

Ability to learn and apply new concepts and skills in invasive cardiology.

Additional Salary DetailThe salary range and/or hourly rate listed is a good faith determination of potential base compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant for this position at the time of this job advertisement and may be modified in the future.When determining a team member's base salary and/or rate, several factors may be considered as applicable (e.g., location, specialty, service line, years of relevant experience, education, credentials, negotiated contracts, budget and internal equity).The salary range for this position is $47.87-$52.15/hourIt is Northwell Health’s policy to provide equal employment opportunity and treat all applicants and employees equally regardless of their age, race, creed/religion, color, national origin, immigration status or citizenship status, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, sex/gender, gender identity, gender expression, disability, pregnancy, genetic information or genetic predisposition or carrier status, marital or familial status, partnership status, victim of domestic violence, sexual or other reproductive health decisions, or other characteristics protected by applicable law.