Staffing Agency Cardiovascular Technologist

GENERAL SUMMARY:

* This position will be used for staffing agency employees only.

Assists in all procedures performed in the invasive cardiology area. Provides a safe patient care environment that aids in diagnosis and care of patients experiencing cardiac pathologies; maintains and operates the physiological systems; performs unit-based activities, which contribute to a positive and professional work environment.

PRINCIPAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

1. *Commits to the mission, vision, beliefs and consistently demonstrates our core values.

2. *Provides assistance during invasive cardiology procedures performed in the invasive lab, as well as the electrophysiology lab, ICU-CCU and the operating room.

3. *Functions in the scrub role by preparing, organizing and anticipating needed instruments, supplies and equipment for safe patient care and operative procedure and other activities as directed by provider.

4. May apply skin sealant and steri-strips as part of the dressing after skin has been closed; will not do any incision closures.

5. *Records, analyzes and documents clinical patient information; recognizes and communicates arrhythmias; monitors arterial and/or venous pressure lines.

6. Assists in movement of Cath lab imaging equipment under the supervision and direction of the physician; competently utilizes digital enhancement equipment.

7. *Demonstrates competencies and performs therapeutic interventions consistent with Cath lab procedures, with consideration given to risk management and infection control practices.

8. Assembles, operates and troubleshoots equipment needed for various procedures in the Invasive Cardiology Lab; takes appropriate action where needed.

9. *Determines the impact of Cath lab interventions on the patient's condition and recognizes the patient's progress toward meeting desired outcomes.

10. Serves as a role model and mentor to students in health professions.

11. *Initiates communication with peers and other members of the health care team about clinical priorities for care.

12. Provides information to patients and families, which reduces anxiety and conveys an attitude of acceptance, sensitivity, and caring.

13. May intubate patients following Medical Center procedure and if within scope of practice.

14. Reports on patient conditions to those who require information, including physicians, nurses, and other professional staff.

15. *Initiates problem solving and conflict resolution skills to foster effective work relationships with peers.

16. Prepares drugs for physician use; accesses and administers meds/contrasts that are pertinent to job functions in accordance with Medical Center procedures.

17. Maintains professional growth and development through seminars, workshops, and professional affiliations to keep abreast of latest trends in field of expertise.

18. Participates in meetings, committees and department projects as assigned.

19. Performs other related projects and duties as assigned.

(Essential Job functions are marked with an asterisk "*". Refer to the Job Description Guide for the definition of essential and non-essential job functions.) Attach Addendum for positions with slightly different roles or work-specific differences as needed.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

1. Maintains clinical competency as required for position including but not limited to age-specific competencies relative to employee's growth and development needs and annual skill competency verification.

2. Knowledge of invasive cardiology procedures and patient care measures.

3. Knowledge of radiology procedures, equipment and reporting systems.

4. Knowledge of proper body mechanics.

5. Knowledge of computer hardware equipment and software applications relevant to work functions.

6. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment related to changing patient needs including working with patients with acute, chronic and complex disease processes and those who are dying.

7. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with all levels of personnel, medical staff, volunteer and ancillary departments including diverse patient populations.

8. Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.

9. Ability to maintain confidentiality relevant to sensitive information.

10. Ability to provide instruction and orient other patient care staff and students.

11. Ability to maintain regular and punctual attendance.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Required to have at least one (1) of the following:

* Associates degree in Cardiovascular Technology or allied health field of study including Paramedic Medicine

* Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) and valid state license to practice respiratory therapy

* Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist certification

* Graduate from a school of radiologic technology with current certification or eligibility for certification by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT). Valid state medical radiographer license. Cardiovascular or Vascular Interventional certification preferred.

Prior experience in hemodynamic monitoring skills and ECG interpretation skills preferred.