Radiologic Technologist (RT-R)

The Cardiovascular Center of Florida
Lake Nona Surgery Center
Orlando, FL (Lake Nona)

Join Our Growing Cardiovascular Team!

The Cardiovascular Center of Florida is seeking an experienced Radiologic Technologist (RT-R) to join our state-of-the-art Lake Nona Surgery Center. This position is ideal for an RT-R who thrives in a fast-paced procedural environment and is passionate about delivering exceptional cardiovascular care.

Position Summary

The Radiologic Technologist (RT-R) provides high-quality diagnostic imaging and procedural support within a busy outpatient cardiovascular practice specializing in comprehensive cardiac and vascular care. This role is responsible for performing radiologic procedures and supporting cardiovascular diagnostic workflows while ensuring patient safety, imaging quality, radiation protection, and adherence to established clinical protocols and regulatory standards.

Duties:

· Provides exceptional patient-centered care and professional service while supporting clinical operations within the outpatient cardiovascular and procedural environment.

· Prepares patients for diagnostic and interventional cardiovascular procedures by verifying patient information, obtaining relevant clinical data, explaining procedures, and ensuring patient comfort and safety throughout the care continuum.

· Assists physicians during invasive and non-invasive cardiovascular procedures by operating imaging and procedural equipment, maintaining sterile technique, and supporting efficient procedural workflows.

· Performs radiologic imaging procedures utilizing proper positioning, imaging protocols, technical factors, and radiation safety practices to ensure high-quality diagnostic imaging and optimal patient outcomes.

· Monitors patients during procedures, including observation of cardiac rhythms, ECG tracings, hemodynamic pressure waveforms, oxygen saturation, and patient response, promptly escalating abnormalities or concerns to the physician or clinical leadership.

· Accurately documents procedural activities, patient responses, supplies utilized, and procedural data within the electronic medical record (EMR) and physiological monitoring systems.

· Maintains compliance with all radiation protection standards and infection prevention protocols to ensure the safety of patients, visitors, physicians, and staff.

· Operates, troubleshoots, and maintains imaging and procedural equipment including fluoroscopy systems, x-ray equipment, hemodynamic monitoring systems, ultrasound equipment, pressure injectors, and related cardiovascular diagnostic technology.

· Assists with inventory management, stocking of procedural supplies, equipment readiness, and maintenance of clean, organized, and operational clinical and procedural areas.

· Responds effectively during emergency situations and procedural complications while maintaining composure and supporting the interdisciplinary clinical team.

· Collaborates effectively with physicians, nurses, technologists, and administrative staff to promote efficient patient throughput, continuity of care, and operational excellence.

· Demonstrates proficiency in interpreting ECG rhythms, cardiac monitoring data, and hemodynamic pressure tracings relevant to cardiovascular diagnostic and interventional procedures.

· Maintains active licensure, certifications, continuing education requirements, and competency standards applicable to the role.

Minimum Qualifications

Associate degree or completion of an accredited Radiologic Technology, Cardiovascular Technology, or related allied health program required. Bachelor’s degree preferred.

· Current certification and active registration as one of the following required:

• · Registered Radiologic Technologist RT(R) through the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT),
• · Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist (RCIS) through Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI), or
• · Cardiovascular Technologist (CVT) from an accredited cardiovascular technology program.
• · Current Florida licensure, where applicable, required.

· Minimum of two (2) to three (3) years of recent Cath Lab, interventional cardiology, or cardiovascular procedural experience required.

· Current Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certifications required.

· Strong knowledge of cardiovascular anatomy, physiology, sterile technique, radiation safety, hemodynamic monitoring, and cardiovascular diagnostic and interventional procedures.

· Demonstrated proficiency in ECG interpretation, cardiac rhythm recognition, and hemodynamic pressure waveform monitoring.

· Ability to function effectively in a fast-paced, high-volume cardiovascular clinical environment while maintaining professionalism, critical thinking, and attention to detail.

· Strong interpersonal, communication, organizational, and patient service skills required.

· Basic proficiency with electronic medical records (EMR), cardiovascular imaging systems, and standard computer applications required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Outpatient cardiovascular experience strongly preferred.
• Experience operating fluoroscopy systems, hemodynamic monitoring systems, ultrasound equipment, pressure injectors, and related cardiovascular imaging technology preferred.

Why Join The Cardiovascular Center of Florida?

• State-of-the-art cardiovascular surgery center
• Physician-led cardiovascular specialty organization
• Collaborative, team-oriented culture
• Competitive compensation
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Opportunities for professional growth and advancement

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Experience:

• Cath lab: 2 years (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• ACLS Certification (Required)
• RT(R), RCIS, or other cardiovascular/radiologic credential (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $62,380 - $84,464