Cardiovascular technologists are exposed to a minor level of radiation in the course of someprocedures, but the levels are closely monitored and protected against. During surgical procedures, theyspend a great deal of time standing and may be required to help lift and transfer patients, thetechnologist will also prepare and position patient for the cardiac catheterization for angioplasty,anesthetizing the area of insertion. as requested by the physician. Performs and obtains high quality,high resolution imaging chain with adequate shielding and collimation essential for fluoroscopicguidance on all patients.
Establish and maintain positive relationships with patients, visitors and otheremployees. Interacts professionally, courteously, and appropriately withpatients, visitors and other employees. Behave in a manner consistent withmaintaining a positive public perception of BronxCare Health System and itsemployees.
Contributes to and participates in the Performance/Quality Improvementactivities of the assigned department. Participation in continuous QualityImprovement, adhering to the specific rules and regulations of BronxCareHealth System (a) Safety and Security Policies, (b) Risk Management Incidentand Occurrence reporting, (c) Infection Control Standards and (d) Patient andCustomer service.
Assists the cardiologist in positioning patients for Percutaneous coronaryintervention, Electrophysiology and pacemaker procedures. .
Performs and obtains high quality, high resolution imaging, adequate shieldingand collimation essential for fluoroscopic guidance exams on all patient
Responsible for obtaining imaging data in a manner prescribed by theCardiologist.
Familiarity with fluoroscopic, cardiac and radiographic equipment and otherimaging systems.
Documentation in GE MAC Lab and McKesson system
Assessment, treatment and patient care responsibilities are delivered with aknowledge of patient growth and development and are appropriate to the agesof the patients served.
Maintains established departmental policies and procedures, objectives,quality assurance program, safety, environmental, and infection controlstandards. Communicates supply shortage /inventory needs to supervisor.
Maintains a clean and safe work area following Infection control standards.
Effectively utilizes the hospital computer system as it pertains to jobresponsibilities and in accordance to hospital policy.
Attendance and punctuality (Start of work and return to work from breaksand lunch) is maintained in accordance with hospital policy.
Two (2) years’ experience as an Cardiac Cath Tech or X-ray Technologist with minimally one (1) yearexperience working in an Interventional Radiology or Cardiac Catheterization Suite.
New York State License as an X-ray Technologist, certification to inject perthe requirements of section 89.40 of part 89
American Registry Radiologic Technologist (ARRT Registered)
Graduate from anaccredited school ofRadiology.
BronxCare is the largest voluntary, not-for-profit health and teaching hospital system serving the South and Central Bronx, with 859 beds and more than 4,500 employees. Its two main hospital divisions, comprehensive psychiatric and chemical dependency programs, long-term care facility, and extensive outpatient network of 39 practices are providing the wide range of services needed by the community. BronxCare is now among the largest providers of outpatient services in New York City, with close to 750,000 visits annually. Its ER is among the largest in the nation with 127,000 visits annually.
In 2023, BronxCare received full accreditation from the Joint Commission, the leading accrediting authority for hospitals in the nation. Its medical school affiliation with the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai and clinical collaboration with the Mount Sinai Health System, as well as 16 accredited residency and fellowship programs, are strong indicators of excellence. BronxCare’s outpatient practices are also certified as a Level Three Patient-Centered Medical Home (the highest designation) by the National Committee for Quality Assurance (NCQA).
As an engine for positive change, BronxCare has infused more than $400 million into the Bronx economy, including a new Pediatric Specialty Center and Ophthalmology Practice, among numerous other capital projects. A new 33-bed Medical-Surgical Unit at the Concourse Hospital Division and 20-bed Adult Psychiatric Unit at the Fulton Hospital Division will increase inpatient capacity to 912 beds, further reinforcing BronxCare’s ability to address the significant needs of the Bronx community.
BronxCare is also modernizing its Inpatient Maternity and Labor and Delivery Units, as well as its Women’s Health Center and Neurology Suite, to improve the patient experience. Additionally, BronxCare’s Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Health Center Practice at 174th Street will be opening.
