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Paramus, New Jersey, United States
Onsite
Position Summary
To provide for the needs of patients of varying ages, their family, and physicians. To perform a variety of patient care tasks and procedures in accordance with licensure, certification, and regulatory requirements. Working in an environment with the application of ionizing radiation for cardiac, neuro, and vascular procedures.
A high‑volume Cardiac Catheterization Lab specializing in diagnostic and interventional cardiac procedures, including coronary angiography, percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI), and structural heart interventions. The lab performs advanced, minimally invasive, catheter‑based procedures under fluoroscopic guidance to support the diagnosis and treatment of cardiovascular disease.
The team collaborates closely with interventional cardiologists, registered nurses, and multidisciplinary staff to ensure efficient workflow and high‑quality patient care.
Technologists practice at the top of their licensure and receive comprehensive on‑the‑job training alongside experienced preceptors to build competence and confidence.
Additional professional development opportunities include:
- Basic Arrhythmia Recognition (BAR) education
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification
Team members also participate in on‑call coverage and respond promptly to emergency cases.
Education
Two years of formal radiologic technology training in a school approved by the Council on Education of the American Medical Association, successful completion of the Association's examination and/or formal training in Cardiovascular Technology.
Experience
Previous practical experience as a staff Radiologic Technologist and/or Cardiovascular Technician experience.
Skills
Certification from the State of New Jersey X-ray Technician Board of Examiners required and ARRT certification preferred, CPR certification and unit based orientation. Knowledge of anatomy, physiology and risk factors. Physical dexterity to operate sensitive equipment to produce recordings and to perform tests on patients requiring placement of equipment in sensitive areas. Demonstrates effective interactive and communication (verbal, written, presentation) skills. Ability to perform work accurately and pay attention to details, often changing from one task to another without loss of efficiency or composure. Ability to function competently in stressful situations and a changing work environment related to changing patient needs, including working with patients with acute, chronic and complex disease processes and those who are dying. Ability to work cooperatively within the healthcare system, with patients and family members and with multidisciplinary team members (i.e. physicians, Respiratory, DI, LAB, etc.). Ability to use critical thinking and clinical reasoning skills to effectively problem-solve and deliver care.
Job Location
The Valley Hospital-ParamusShift
Day (United States of America)Benefits
EEO Statement
Valley Health System does not discriminate on the basis of ancestry, age, atypical hereditary cellular or blood trait, civil union status, color, creed, disability, domestic partnership, gender, gender identity or expression, familial status, genetic information, liability for service in the Armed Forces of the United States, marital status, medical condition or illness, mental or physical handicap, national origin, nationality, perceived disability, pregnancy, race, refusal to submit to genetic testing or make available results of such tests, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran’s status or any other protected basis, in accordance with all applicable Federal, State and Local laws. This applies to all areas of employment, including recruitment, hiring, training and development, promotion, transfer, termination, layoff, compensation, benefits, social and recreational programs, and all other conditions and privileges of employment.
