Vascular Radiologic Technologist Specialist-Cath Lab-Methodist at UnityPoint Health

Des Moines, Iowa, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

02 Jun, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

04 Mar, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Cardiac Catheterization Equipment Operation, Scrubbing, Monitoring, Circulation Duties, Patient Care, Diagnostic Procedures, Therapeutic Procedures, Effective Communication, Cardiovascular Procedures Knowledge, Basic Life Support, Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support

Industry

Description

Overview Sign-On Incentive: $20,000 for qualified candidates! The Radiology Tech Specialist in conjunction with other team members provides direct specialized care to patients in the Cardiac Cath Lab. This position operates and maintains specialized cardiac catheterization equipment for use in diagnosing and treating heart disease in the Cath Lab. This position assists vascular surgeons and cardiologists in procedures by scrubbing, monitoring, and circulation duties. Successful performance contributes to a holistic approach to the delivery of services, improved patient care, and a high level of satisfaction from patients and families. On-call requirement 1-2 weeknights & every 3rd weekend 4-10 hour day shifts Why do you want to join the UPH team? We believe there are several compelling reasons. What resonates most with you? New Same-Day Pay Option Annual Performance Reviews Bonus Opportunity Annually Recognition Great Career Path and Development Strong Team Connections New Tuition Reimbursement Health Insurance with Low Premium and Deductibles And so much more Why UnityPoint Health? At UnityPoint Health, you matter. We’re proud to be recognized as a Top 150 Place to Work in Healthcare by Becker's Healthcare several years in a row for our commitment to our team members. Our competitive Total Rewards program offers benefits options that align with your needs and priorities, no matter what life stage you’re in. Here are just a few: Expect paid time off, parental leave, 401K matching and an employee recognition program. Dental and health insurance, paid holidays, short and long-term disability and more. We even offer pet insurance for your four-legged family members. Early access to earned wages with Daily Pay, tuition reimbursement to help further your career and adoption assistance to help you grow your family. With a collective goal to champion a culture of belonging where everyone feels valued and respected, we honor the ways people are unique and embrace what brings us together. And, we believe equipping you with support and development opportunities is a vital part of delivering an exceptional employment experience. Find a fulfilling career and make a difference with UnityPoint Health. Responsibilities • Provides direct patient care. • Performs various duties related to diagnostic and therapeutic procedures, including scrubbing, monitoring and assists during procedure under the supervision of the cardiologist/vascular surgeon and/or Registered Nurse (RN) who is immediately available in the Cardiac Cath Lab. • Communicates effectively with other team members including physicians, nurses, cardiovascular technicians, clinical partners, and unit secretaries. Also communicates effectively with patients and families. • Demonstrates self-development by keeping abreast of various trends in cardiovascular procedures and is proficient with new techniques. • Takes on-call as scheduled. Must be able to arrive within 30 minutes of call-in when on a call shift. Qualifications EDUCATION:• Graduate of an approved Radiology Technologist program. EXPERIENCE:• One year of Radiology “special procedures” or cardiac cath experience. LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS:• Current Iowa License to practice as a Radiology Technologist. • Must possess and maintain current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification and Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification or obtain certification within three (3) months from date of hire.

Responsibilities

The specialist provides direct, specialized care to patients in the Cardiac Cath Lab by operating and maintaining specialized equipment used for diagnosing and treating heart disease. This role involves assisting vascular surgeons and cardiologists by performing scrubbing, monitoring, and circulation duties during procedures.