Cath Lab​/Interventional Radiology Technologist

Overview

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Location:

MO-SSM Health St. Joseph Hospital - Lake Saint Louis, MO

Worker Type:
Regular

• Department:
  Cath and Interventional Lab
• Schedule:
  
  full time 4-10's;
  Call-7-9 shifts/month; inc. every other weekend
• Pay Range starts at: $32.48/hour;
  Daily pay available
• Shift Differentials:
  Available for night, weekend, and additional shifts

Assists with procedures to analyze, diagnose and treat the cardiovascular system and performs specialized imaging procedures such as angio, complex vascular and nonvascular and neuro interventional and therapeutic procedures, along with assisting the Radiologist/PA.

• Must work at least 30% of FTE in secondary modality to be eligible for a Multiple Modality job
• Prepares patients for procedures. Reviews medical history, positions patients and cleans/shaves/numbs testing sites as appropriate
• Interprets, describes and reports test results; recognizes recording errors and artifacts and reacts appropriately
• Prepares and maintains equipment, supplies and lab area and ensures equipment is properly functioning. Reports potential problems or equipment malfunction to appropriate personnel. Lock/tag out equipment if appropriate
• Assists in maintaining a clean and orderly department
• Prepares and administers contrast media and medications within the accepted scope of practice and applicable state and federal regulations
• Observes patient during procedure and reports abnormal activity. Monitors protocols and recommends updates or refinements as warranted
• Follows radiation safety procedures and guidelines
• Ensures all activities comply with regulatory agency standards
• May perform point of care testing according to policies and procedures
• Works in a constant state of alertness and safe manner
• Performs other duties as assigned

• Completion of a Cardiovascular or Radiology Technology program

• No experience required

• Constant standing and walking
• Frequent use of vision and depth perception for distances near and far
• Frequent use of hearing and speech to share information through oral communication
• Frequent use of hearing to distinguish body sounds and alarms
• Frequent lifting/carrying and pushing/pulling objects weighing 0-25 lbs
• Frequent lifting/moving of patients
• Frequent reaching, gripping and keyboard use/data entry
• Occasional lifting/carrying and pushing/pulling objects weighing 25-50 lbs
• Occasional use of vision to identify colors
• Occasional bending, stooping, squatting, twisting and repetitive movements
• Rare kneeling and sitting

Day Shift (United States of America)

Employee

Interventional Radiology (Code: )

40

• Paid Parental Leave: one week for eligible team members (pro-rated based on FTE)
• Flexible Payment Options:
  Daily Pay for eligible hourly team members (fees may apply)
• Upfront Tuition Coverage:
  Flex Path Funded for eligible team members

SSM Health is an equal opportunity employer. SSM Health does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.