LIC CV TECH-CATH LAB

Education Required: Associate degree

Additional requirements: 

Type of degree: Health Science

Area of study or major: Radiology and/or Cardiovascular Technology

Licensure/Certification/Registration:

Amer Reg of Radiologic Technologists   

Lcnsd Radiology Technologist

BLS–Basic Life Support

ACLS Adv Cardiac Life Support – within 90 days of hire.

Experience Required: No prior job-related work experience

Knowledge/Skills

Knowledge of normal and common variants of cross-sectional anatomy and the human vascular structure.

Knowledge and basic operation and performance of angiographic equipment.

Basic computer literacy and applications for data entry, record maintenance.

Ability to recognize life threatening conditions and implement basic life sustaining actions.

Ability to accurately position the body for imaging. Utilize techniques to physically manipulate and apply accessories to produce a desired image.

Ability to select technical factors and operate imaging equipment to produce quality diagnostic images.

Use of beam restricting devices, patient shielding techniques, proper screen-film combinations, assessment and implementation of appropriate exposure factors to minimize radiation exposure.