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Job Summary and Responsibilities
This position is intended for Radiologic Technicians seeking to advance into an Interventional Technologist role. The role includes a structured training program in the Cardiac Catheterization Lab, with a training period of approximately 4–6 months. Sign‑on Bonuses up to $25,000 and Education Assistance (student loan payoff) up to $24,000 for eligible hires and positions. Assist Interventional Cardiologists, Radiologists, and Vascular Surgeons in Cardiac Cath Lab/Interventional Radiology/Endovascular with cardiovascular diagnostic and interventional procedures. Performs duties as scrub and monitoring staff. Provides radiation safety and general safety for patients, themselves and other staff. Provides patient and family education and supports customer satisfaction and service excellence. Works as part of the Cath Lab/IR/Endovascular team and supports nursing functions. Demonstrates and maintains all applicable competencies related to imaging and device‑based equipment used in these Interventional procedures areas. Performs with competency in Code STEMI and Code Stroke alerts. Documents and evaluates the outcome of interventions. Provides on‑call services as assigned. Responsible for the operation of c‑arm radiation equipment, providing radiation protection, and demonstrating competency for all procedural applications. Prepares sterile fields without error or violation of aseptic technique. Functions as scrub assist and hemodynamic monitor. Knowledgeable regarding prep and use of all current devices in Cath Lab/IR/Endovascular inventory, including atherectomy, IABP, IVUS, Impella, CTO, DES, DCB, OCT, thrombectomy, and embolic coils. Procedures include PCI, PTCA, PTA, cerebral and visceral angiography and interventions, stent placement, line placements, dialysis access maintenance, pacemaker and ICD implant. Demonstrates rapid decision making, critical thinking, and clinical leadership skills. Acts as a preceptor. Responds quickly and effectively to STEMI, Stroke, respiratory and cardiac arrest. Provides patient/family education related to procedure and cardiovascular disease risk factors. Assists nursing staff in all aspects of patient care. Reports all deviations of standards to nurse leader. Maintains CPACS database. Demonstrates competency in arterial and venous sheath removal, hemostasis, and access site management. Demonstrates competency in EKG recognition and hemodynamics. Alerts Cardiologists to changes from baseline. Provides care to patients peri‑procedure and assists in pre‑ and post‑procedure care. Maintains readiness for rapid transport for emergent or salvage CABG or vascular surgery. Job Requirements
Required Education and Experience
Associate's Degree or higher in Radiologic Technology or a related field from an accredited program. Completion of an accredited program by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT) is required. Required Licensure and Certifications
MRAD:KY RTR, RTBD, RTCT, RTCV, RTM, RTMR, RTN, RTQM, RTT, RTVI, RTVS BLS‑CPR Required Minimum Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Training
Basic understanding of cardiovascular physiology and anatomy. On‑site competency training will be provided; prior experience in Cath Lab is not required. Where You'll Work
Saint Joseph Hospital, a 433‑bed hospital located in Lexington, Kentucky. Saint Joseph Hospital holds multiple national rankings and was recognized as a 2024 Best Place to Work in Kentucky. It is part of CommonSpirit Health, a non‑profit Catholic health system with approximately 175,000 team members and 25,000 physicians and advanced practice clinicians. Pay Range
$32.30 – $48.05 per hour Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at CHI by 2x.
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This position is intended for Radiologic Technicians seeking to advance into an Interventional Technologist role. The role includes a structured training program in the Cardiac Catheterization Lab, with a training period of approximately 4–6 months. Sign‑on Bonuses up to $25,000 and Education Assistance (student loan payoff) up to $24,000 for eligible hires and positions. Assist Interventional Cardiologists, Radiologists, and Vascular Surgeons in Cardiac Cath Lab/Interventional Radiology/Endovascular with cardiovascular diagnostic and interventional procedures. Performs duties as scrub and monitoring staff. Provides radiation safety and general safety for patients, themselves and other staff. Provides patient and family education and supports customer satisfaction and service excellence. Works as part of the Cath Lab/IR/Endovascular team and supports nursing functions. Demonstrates and maintains all applicable competencies related to imaging and device‑based equipment used in these Interventional procedures areas. Performs with competency in Code STEMI and Code Stroke alerts. Documents and evaluates the outcome of interventions. Provides on‑call services as assigned. Responsible for the operation of c‑arm radiation equipment, providing radiation protection, and demonstrating competency for all procedural applications. Prepares sterile fields without error or violation of aseptic technique. Functions as scrub assist and hemodynamic monitor. Knowledgeable regarding prep and use of all current devices in Cath Lab/IR/Endovascular inventory, including atherectomy, IABP, IVUS, Impella, CTO, DES, DCB, OCT, thrombectomy, and embolic coils. Procedures include PCI, PTCA, PTA, cerebral and visceral angiography and interventions, stent placement, line placements, dialysis access maintenance, pacemaker and ICD implant. Demonstrates rapid decision making, critical thinking, and clinical leadership skills. Acts as a preceptor. Responds quickly and effectively to STEMI, Stroke, respiratory and cardiac arrest. Provides patient/family education related to procedure and cardiovascular disease risk factors. Assists nursing staff in all aspects of patient care. Reports all deviations of standards to nurse leader. Maintains CPACS database. Demonstrates competency in arterial and venous sheath removal, hemostasis, and access site management. Demonstrates competency in EKG recognition and hemodynamics. Alerts Cardiologists to changes from baseline. Provides care to patients peri‑procedure and assists in pre‑ and post‑procedure care. Maintains readiness for rapid transport for emergent or salvage CABG or vascular surgery. Job Requirements
Required Education and Experience
Associate's Degree or higher in Radiologic Technology or a related field from an accredited program. Completion of an accredited program by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT) is required. Required Licensure and Certifications
MRAD:KY RTR, RTBD, RTCT, RTCV, RTM, RTMR, RTN, RTQM, RTT, RTVI, RTVS BLS‑CPR Required Minimum Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Training
Basic understanding of cardiovascular physiology and anatomy. On‑site competency training will be provided; prior experience in Cath Lab is not required. Where You'll Work
Saint Joseph Hospital, a 433‑bed hospital located in Lexington, Kentucky. Saint Joseph Hospital holds multiple national rankings and was recognized as a 2024 Best Place to Work in Kentucky. It is part of CommonSpirit Health, a non‑profit Catholic health system with approximately 175,000 team members and 25,000 physicians and advanced practice clinicians. Pay Range
$32.30 – $48.05 per hour Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at CHI by 2x.
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