***URGENT POSITION: NOW OFFERING $10,000 SIGN-ON BONUS (paid out over 3 years)***Base Salary: $23.70/hour (dependent on education and experience)(Gets additional $2.00/hour added to base rate for Cath lab differential)The Cardiac Cath Lab Tech performs invasive and interventional, cardiac, and special procedures for the purpose of diagnosis and treatment of patients. The technologist works effectively with patients and physicians and maintains a cooperative relationship with interdepartmental personnel. Recognizes the purpose of employment is to prioritize the patient as number one and to put forth the utmost quality as a technologist. The technologist will perform all necessary procedures on patients in all age groups. Job Duties: Performs all invasive and interventional, cardiac, and special procedures to include neonatal, pediatric, and adult care according to department policy and procedure. Complete studies in a timely and efficient manner utilizing downtime to assist others where needed. Organizes workload during high volume to expedite patient care and communicates to other technologist all pending exams and any pertinent information. Maintains and implements current skills and knowledge, policy, and procedure specific to radiology examinations and procedures. Maintains specialized equipment (Axiom Artis, Angiojet, ACT, Avoximeter, Balloon Pump, etc.) and utilizes knowledge of radiology equipment. Assists the physician in performing radiology procedures. Promotes positive relationships at the department level and discusses concerns with the supervisor and presents the department in a positive manner to other employees and staff. Handles equipment in a safe and appropriate manner within guidelines and policies of WRMC and the Radiology department. Maintains clean work area and follows equipment cleaning policies. Willingly assist with procedures in any area of radiology when needed. Check with co-workers during downtime for need of assistance. Maintains supplies with a minimum inventory and develops new methods of supply utilization. Follow the "on-call" policy by responding to call back within an acceptable timeframe. Follows attendance and tardy policies. Follows WRMC dress code and appearance policy. Participates in required hospital and department in-services and meetings. Follows safety and infection control policies. Performs other duties as assigned by supervision.On-Call: Average 1-2 nights a week and 1 weekend every 3-4 weeks. White River provides generous benefits for their employees. Some of those include:Health, Dental & Life Insurance401K Retirement PlanTuition ReimbursementScholarship ProgramsLong Term DisabilityEmployee Assistance ProgramFitness Center Membership DiscountsShort Term Disability Submission Requirements By submitting your applicant to this need you are acknowledging that you have checked and have no inclination that your candidate has applied directly to this position. Any candidate that has applied directly is not eligible to be onboarded through an agency.High School Graduate or Equivalent - RequiredAssociate's or Bachelor's Degree in Radiology - Strongly Preferred 2 years of Cath Lab Experience - Strongly PreferredMust be ARRT registered and Licensed in the State of Arkansas - RequiredMust have BLS upon hire (or 30 days post hire date) - Required Certification Requirements ACLS BLS PALS State License Requirements Arkansas Compact Allowed About the Facility | | River Health System (WRHS) is an acute care, multi-facility, not-for-profit, regional referral center serving North Central Arkansas since 1976, when it was established as the White River Medical Center (WRMC). In 1999, WRHS added Stone County Medical Center (SCMC), located in Mountain View, to the growing number of service locations. The WRHS service area now includes ten counties: Independence, Izard, Sharp, Stone, and parts of Cleburne, Fulton, Jackson, Lawrence, Van Buren, and White.You haven't submitted any candidates for this job.
