Tech - hospital
Carle Health10 months ago
Champaign, IL, United States
On-site
Full-time
Junior Level (1-3 years)
Job Description
Position Overview
The Registered Radiologic Technologist is a professional caregiver responsible for patient care within the Heart & Vascular Institute. The role supports invasive cardiology and radiology studies by assisting physicians in procedures and providing valuable service to patients and the team. This position is based at Carle Health in Urbana, IL, part of a dynamic healthcare system committed to growth, balance, and lifelong career opportunities.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Carle Health participates in E-Verify and is committed to ensuring a diverse and inclusive workplace.
Key Responsibilities
- Administers contrast material (when applicable) according to the physician’s request using existing vascular access points.
- Works under the direct supervision of a physicist or dosimetrist.
- Assists with inventory, supplies, and compiles pertinent clinical information (lab, pathology, etc.).
- Assists with the instruction of new staff and documents accurately per established policies and procedures.
- Performs all essential functions of the Radiologic Technologist, including on-call duties and variable shifts as needed.
- Maintains a sterile field during procedures and actively participates in Cardiac Catheterization Lab work (e.g., left heart cath, right heart cath, pericardiocentesis, vascular access).
- Supports Structural Heart Procedures (e.g., TAVR, Watchman, Mitraclip, Triclip, ASD/PFO, and Cardio MEMs) and Hybrid Peripheral Vascular work (e.g., EVAR, TCAR, TEVAR) in coordination with vascular surgery.
- Utilizes adjunctive tools such as ICUS, FFR/iFR, Lithotripsy, Laser, Rota, Impella, IABP, OCT, and CTO as required.
Required Qualifications
- Registered in Radiography (R) – American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)
- Licensed Radiologic Technologist – Radiography (Illinois Emergency Management Agency (IEMA))
- Education: Associate's Degree or Certificate of Completion
Benefits & Perks
- Compensation: Compensation is determined by factors such as experience, qualifications, location, training, licenses, shifts worked, and compensation model.
- Comprehensive benefits package offered by Carle Health.
- Opportunities for growth, balance, and long-term career advancement.
Required Skills
Inventory and Supplies Management
Radiography Registration (ARRT)
Sterile Field Maintenance
Procedural Assistance
Contrast Material Administration
Invasive Radiology Procedures
Cardiac Catheterization
Equipment Operation
Clinical Documentation
Patient Care