Radiologic Technologist, Cath Lab & IR

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Job Description

This position is responsible for preparing and operating radiographic equipment for angiographic and interventional procedures. The role supports patient preparation, image processing and quality control, and intra-procedural technical functions. The technologist works collaboratively with physicians and cath lab/interventional radiology staff to ensure the safe, timely, and efficient operation of specialty procedure labs.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients, procedure rooms, and sterile trays; gather necessary supplies and perform room turnover and cleanup.
• Process images and perform quality control checks on cine and radiographic studies.
• Apply knowledge of radiation safety standards, protection principles, and emergency procedures.
• Scrub in and assist physicians during procedures.
• Set up, manipulate, and operate radiographic equipment using appropriate techniques to achieve optimal image quality in accordance with established protocols.
• Operate procedural controls to position the radiographic table and C-arm, ensuring all relevant anatomy is visualized on fluoroscopic monitors and final images; assist physicians in obtaining optimal projections.
• Operate and support additional intra-procedural equipment, including hemodynamic monitoring systems, pacemakers, cardiac output devices, and related technologies.
• Stock supplies and maintain equipment
• Perform basic clerical and administrative functions in support of department operations.
• Provide care appropriate to the age-specific needs of the patient populations served, in accordance with departmental standards, policies, and procedures.

Work Schedule

• 3 days per week 7:00am-3:30pm
• 1 day per week 9:30am-6:00pm with overnight off-premise on-call
• Approx. 13 off-premise on-call weekends per year

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Demonstrated problem-solving skills and the ability to exercise sound judgment, including discretion in handling confidential patient information.
• Computer proficiency, including experience with specialized imaging systems (e.g., digital platforms and three-dimensional reconstruction).
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and team-building skills.
• Knowledge of age-related growth and development principles necessary to provide appropriate, safe, and effective patient care.
• Willingness and ability to train on, and maintain competency in, new equipment, procedures, and evolving technologies.

Physical and Mental Requirements

• Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-stress environment, including situations involving medical emergencies, grief, and death.
• Ability to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE), including lead aprons, radiation monitoring devices, and latex-containing materials or appropriate substitutes.
• Ability to move freely throughout the facility, with or without reasonable accommodation, and to perform the essential functions of the position.
• Sufficient vision, depth perception, color discrimination, and hearing, with or without reasonable accommodation, to safely operate equipment, monitor patients, and respond to verbal and visual cues.
• Ability to sit, stand, and walk for extended periods, with frequent postural changes including bending, stooping, kneeling, crouching, twisting, and reaching.
• Ability to frequently use hands and arms for positioning patients, manipulating equipment, and performing fine motor tasks.
• Ability to lift, transfer, push, and pull patients, equipment, and supplies in accordance with departmental safe-handling guidelines (may include lifting up to 30 pounds independently and greater weights with assistance or mechanical devices).
• Potential exposure to bloodborne pathogens, bodily fluids, chemicals, radiation, and other potentially infectious or hazardous materials; adherence to all safety and infection control protocols is required.

Minimum Qualifications

• Associate's degree or higher in Radiologic Technology
• Must hold and maintain current registration with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT).
• Must obtain ACLS certification within 12 months of hire and maintain certification thereafter. The organization will provide and cover the cost of ACLS training and certification.

Preferred Qualifications

• Additional specialized training or experience in the cath lab and/or IR

Benefits Designed to Support Your Total Health

As a HealthPartners colleague, we're committed to nurturing your diverse talents, valuing your dedication, and supporting your work-life balance. We offer a comprehensive range of benefits to support every aspect of your life, including health, time off, retirement planning, and continuous learning opportunities. Our goal is to help you thrive physically, mentally, emotionally, and financially, so you can continue delivering exceptional care.

Join us in our mission to improve the health and well-being of our patients, members, and communities.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identify, status as a veteran and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.