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Mercy Cedar Rapids

Cardiovascular (CV) Radiologist Tech, Cardiovascular

Mercy Cedar Rapids, Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States, 52404

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Cardiovascular (CV) Radiologist Tech, Cardiovascular

Pay Competitive Employment type Full-Time Job Description

Req#: 9145

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This position supports Mercy's philosophy of patient centered care by performing all required procedures in the cardiovascular department, operating specialized equipment including but not limited to the x-ray equipment within the cardiac catheterization laboratory and computer systems.

Job Duties

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

N/A

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Basic knowledge of cardiac catheterization/cardiovascular procedures and equipment is desirable. 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.

Professional Experience

Experience in cardiovascular or interventional radiology preferred. One year experience in diagnostic imaging preferred

Education

N/A

Licensure, Certification, Registration

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 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.

Physical Demand Requirements

Heavy: Exert 50-100 lbs. of force occasionally and/or 25-50 lbs. of force frequently

About the company

656 Mercy Medical Center is a Catholic hospital in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. Notice

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