Interventional Radiology Technologist - Neuro
Health First Careers·Melbourne, Florida
Health First Careers·Melbourne, Florida
The technologist performs diagnostic and interventional procedures in cardiovascular and neurology labs, ensuring patient safety and radiation compliance. They are responsible for monitoring hemodynamic changes, maintaining accurate procedural documentation, and managing inventory.
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The Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist (CVIS) Technologist utilizes technical skills to deliver direct and indirect patient care in compliance with regulatory and department processes during a variety of Cardiovascular, or Electrophysiology, or Interventional Radiology, or Neuro Interventional procedures to provide an efficient, comfortable, and safe examination of all patients. The CVIS Tech is proficient in all aspects of diagnostic and interventional procedures, preparation, assessment, documentation and monitoring consistent with policies, procedures and processes. The CVIS Tech is responsible for achieving system and department goals, and quality and fiscal targets.
Primary accountabilities 1.
Performs diagnostic procedures in at least one of the Heart and Vascular Laboratory areas: interventional coronary, electrophysiology, interventional radiology, and/or interventional neurology.
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Operates all aspects of monitoring, recording, scrubbing, holding room responsibilities, and/or stimming with professionalism and expertise.
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Identifies and prepares patient using aseptic technique as dictated by procedure ordered.
Exhibits awareness of hazards which may endanger patients.
Ensures adherence to and enforces radiation safety standards.
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Recognizes and communicates the electrocardiographic/ hemodynamic changes to the physician and appropriate staff members throughout the procedure.
Recognizes potential emergency and life threatening situations, implementing preventative measures as directed by the Physician.
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Moves, lifts, or assists patient appropriately to procedure table and provides for maximum privacy during procedure.
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Produces accurate and complete procedural documentation for each patient based on the scope and complexity of the intervention procedure and patient clinical conditions.
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Maintains authenticity and security of the record, and follows prescribed process for amending documents.
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Ensures all supplies and medications are properly documented for patient charges, accurately utilizing the hospital’s inventory systems.
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Facilitates timely patient throughput and participates in inventory and supply management.
Education: Any one of the following: Cardiopulmonary Technology OR Respiratory Therapy (RRT), OR Radiological Technology (RT), OR EMS-P, OR Certified Surgical Technology, OR Cardiovascular Tech/Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist, OR Completion of an On-The-Job-Training Tech program Licensure: Any one of the following prior to start date and maintained: For Radiology Technologists: General Radiographer Licensure in the State of Florida. For Respiratory Therapists: Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT).
Certification: Any one of the following prior to start date and maintained: Vascular Intervention Radiology VI OR Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist (RCIS) OR Registered Cardiac Electrophysiology Specialist (RCES) OR Cardiac Interventional Radiology (CI).
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Schedule: Full-Time
Shift Times: variable
Paygrade: CIS
Requires a degree or certification in Radiological Technology, Respiratory Therapy, or a related field, along with BLS and ACLS certifications. Candidates must be licensed in the State of Florida and possess the ability to respond to emergency calls within a strict timeframe.
Market context
Florida allied health laboratory roles often see steady demand in hospitals, reference labs, and outpatient settings, especially for candidates with licensure and hands-on experience. This type of role is competitive because employers typically want a relevant bachelor’s degree, a current Florida Medical Technologist License, and at least 2 years of lab experience. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your license status and tailor your application to the specific lab methods and settings in the posting.