Cardiovascular-Interventional Radiologic Technologist II 

Role Summary 

We are seeking a Cardiovascular-Interventional Radiologic Technologist II (CIRT II) to join our team. The CIRT II has responsibility, training, and competence with diagnostic, routine, and complex interventional cardiac angiographic and cardiac implant procedures. The CIRT will promote a safe environment for staff, patients, and physicians, report unsafe conditions to appropriate personnel, and be proficient in the setup and use of atherectomy systems and thrombus extraction devices. This role offers benefits and PTO.

Key Results Area 

• Prepares room, and x-ray equipment, and completed the procedural setup as needed for invasive cardiac, cardiac implant/explant, vascular, peripheral vascular, interventional radiologic, and trauma-based procedures 

• Under the leadership of an RN, assists with the procedural preparation of patients 

• Instruct patients regarding X-ray procedures in a manner tailored to the specific needs of the patient 

• Assists with the transfer of patients when possible 

• Assists the cardiologist, interventional radiologist, vascular surgeon, or other physicians in the performance of minimally invasive and invasive fluoroscopic guided diagnostic and therapeutic procedures 

• Positions patients for fluoro and cine imaging during procedures to obtain optimal results; under the supervision of the physician, adjusts x-ray tubes for properly guided views 

• Observe patient during the procedure, reporting unusual occurrences to the RN assessing the patient 

• Responsible for preparation of pressure injector and performing of DSA 

• Familiar with and able to respond to all aspects and situations pertaining to codes and emergency situations occurring in the Cath lab 

• Performs and calculates ejection fractions 

• Proficient in assisting the physician as a scrub technician in invasive cardiac, cardiac implant/explant, vascular, peripheral vascular, interventional radiologic, and trauma-based procedures as assigned 

• Utilizes effective communication skills to facilitate safe patient handoffs 

• Adept at connecting the patient to all types of monitoring equipment for the procedure(s) 

• Capable in the setup and use of atherectomy systems and thrombus extraction devices 

Skills & Qualifications 

• Graduated from an accredited two-year school of X-ray technology 

• A current CA CRT, ARRT, and CA Fluoroscopy permit is required. Current AHA or AHA equivalent BLS is required. ACLS and RCIS are preferred 

• Must have a year of recent experience in an interventional lab performing peripheral vascular procedures, interventional radiology, or interventional cardiology 

• Experience in coronary interventions and CPACS is preferred 

• Able to work quickly and efficiently in complex situations 

• Independent and reliable with excellent critical thinking and problem-solving skills 

• Proficient writing, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills 

• Demonstrate performance by adhering to established policies and procedures, and exhibiting the ability to be punctual for all shifts 

• Performs all physical duties of the job. Requires lifting, bending, pushing, pulling, sitting, standing, walking, kneeling, twisting, reaching, and fine motor skills. Ability to move equipment 

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