About this role
Our mission is to continue the teaching and healing ministry of Jesus Christ. Our core values are compassion, excellence, humility, integrity, justice, teamwork and wholeness.
Job Summary
- The Radiologic Technologist�Cardiovascular Lab (CVL) practices in a large tertiary academic Children's Hospital with level one trauma designation.
- Performs simple and complex diagnostic and therapeutic invasive cardiovascular procedures for patients with cardiac dysfunction.
- Collaborates with leadership in the development of standards of care, patient, family and staff education to address the needs of this specialized patient population.
- Operates the physiologic and radiographic equipment in a safe and efficient manner.
- Ensures all patient care equipment is calibrated and that operational capabilities are tested consistent with departmental guidelines and regulations.
- Anticipates potential safety concerns in the environment of care and intervenes appropriately.
- Provides direction and guidance in the proper use, care and control of material resources.
- Appraises quality and effectiveness of material and equipment and collaborates with appropriate departments to assist with vendor selection and feedback on performance.
- Participates in educational activities, departmental committees, approved research projects and other department-related projects as assigned.
- Guides the professional growth of others across the continuum of care through role modeling, coaching and mentoring by designing orientation modules and serving as a primary preceptor to staff and students.
- Contributes to a work environment of caring and cooperation among a culturally diverse workforce and patient population.
- Performs other duties as needed.
Education and Experience
- Successful completion of accredited Radiological Technology program required.
- Bachelor's Degree preferred.
- Minimum two years of cardiac or vascular catheterization or electrophysiology experience required.
- Knowledge and Skills: Able to demonstrate advanced clinical monitoring of patients in CVL.
- Able to read; write legibly; speak in English (and Spanish preferred) with professional quality; use computer and software programs necessary to the position; troubleshoot and calibrate patient care equipment.
- Able to relate and communicate positively, effectively, and professionally with others; be assertive and consistent in following and/or enforcing policies; work calmly and respond courteously when under pressure; lead, supervise, teach, and collaborate; accept direction.
- Able to communicate effectively in English in person, in writing, and on the telephone; think critically; work independently with minimal supervision; perform basic math functions; manage multiple assignments effectively; work well under pressure; problem solve; organize and prioritize workload; recall information with accuracy; pay close attention to detail.
- Able to distinguish colors and smells as necessary for patient care; hear sufficiently for general conversation in person and on the telephone; identify and distinguish various sounds associated with the work place/patient care; see adequately to read computer screens, medical records, and written documents necessary to position; discern temperature variances through touch.
- Licensures and Certifications: Active California Radiologic Technologist license with fluoroscopy permit required.
- American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) license required.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification issued by the American Heart Association required.
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certifications issued by the American Heart Association preferred.