Interventional Tech Cath Lab
Ascension
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Description
- Prepares and positions patients and selects anatomic and technical parameters accurately.
- Prepares and administers contrast media and medications within the accepted scope of practice and applicable state and federal regulations.
- Observes patient during procedure, reports abnormal activity, and monitors protocols to recommend updates or refinements as warranted.
- Able to perform all specialized imaging procedures such as angio, complex vascular and nonvascular interventional and therapeutic procedures, along with assisting the Radiologist/Physician Assistant (PA).
- Follows radiation safety procedures and guidelines, ensuring all activities comply with regulatory agency standards.
Qualifications
Licensure / Certification / Registration
- Required Credential(s):
- BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
- Radiologic Technologist credentialed from the Illinois Emergency Management Agency (IEMA) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.
- One or more of the following:
- Cardiographic Tech credentialed from the Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.
- Radiologic Technologist specializing in Radiography credentialed from the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date. Any specialty is acceptable.
- Preferred Credential(s):
- Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist credentialed from the Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI).
Education
- High School diploma equivalency with 2 years of cumulative experience OR Associate's degree/Technical degree OR 4 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.
Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you'll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.
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About this role
Ascension's interventional cath lab in Chicago is seeking a technologist to support complex cardiac and vascular procedures. You'll prepare patients, manage contrast media and medications, position equipment, and assist physicians and radiologists throughout interventional and therapeutic cases. The role demands close monitoring of patient status during procedures, adherence to strict radiation safety protocols, and the ability to recommend process improvements based on your observations.
This position requires either an ARRT radiologic technologist credential or CCI cardiographic tech certification obtained before your start date, plus BLS certification within your first month. You'll need a high school diploma plus two years of relevant experience, an associate's degree, or four years of direct cath lab or imaging experience. A CCI Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist credential is preferred and would strengthen your candidacy. The role is full-time and based on-site at an Ascension facility, part of a large nonprofit Catholic health system.
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