Job Summary:
Cardiac Cath Lab Technologist working in a healthcare facility in Los Angeles. This role involves performing, assisting, and completing Cardiac and Vascular Radiographic examinations, including active radiographic interventional procedures within the cardiovascular laboratory. The technologist will operate sophisticated imaging equipment, position patients, provide clinical care, and support physicians during specialized procedures, contributing to high-quality patient outcomes.
Job Details:
- Schedule: 10-hour shifts during days, with a minimum of 40 hours per week.
- Required Qualifications: Associate’s Degree or equivalent combination of education and related experience. Preferred candidates hold a Bachelor’s Degree in radiologic technology or equivalent, with three years of technical experience. Certification as an American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) and Radiologic Technologist (RT) in the state of practice are required. CPR or BLS certification from an approved vendor is mandatory, along with Basic Life Support (BLS) certification. Facility-specific licenses include BLS certification. Department-specific certifications required include Fluoroscopy (FLUORO). Additional certifications such as Prevention and Management of Violent Behavior (PVMB), Techniques for Effective Aggression Management (TEAM), or Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) are required.
- Preferred Qualifications: Experience as a Special Procedures Technologist.
- Essential Functions: Operates diagnostic imaging equipment to produce contrast-enhanced radiographs of the heart and cardiovascular system during cardiac catheterization, assisting physicians with procedures such as Angio cardiograms. Positions and immobilizes patients according to protocol, sets technical factors in computer systems, manipulates x-ray tubes, and manages contrast medium injections. Operates fluoroscopes and cinefluorography equipment, provides patient education and discharge instructions, monitors vital signs and environmental safety, assists in interventional procedures, and maintains accurate documentation.
- Additional Information: The role may involve after-hours and weekend call duties, with details provided at the time of interview. All associates are required to adhere to vaccination policies and participate in E-Verify as part of employment conditions.
Benefits
The benefits of taking a travel assignment with Cross Country include:
- Private housing or generous housing allowance
- Comprehensive health insurance with prescription coverage
- Dependent health insurance with prescription coverage
- Competitive salaries
- Referral bonuses
- Travel reimbursement
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Direct deposit/free checking
- Unlimited free CE credits
