cath_lab_technologist – Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist

Specialty: Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist
Facility: St Vincent Medical Center
State License: OH
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Description: Specialty: Cardiology Tech InvasiveFacility: St Vincent Medical CenterState License: OHCerts/Licenses: Years of Experience: Shift: DaysGuaranteed Hours: Description: Job Description Position Specific DetailsCath Lab TechThis position will accept local candidates ($10 decrease)Dysrhythmia Exam NOT Required36 or 40 hours – 9/10/12 hour shifts start end time varies based on the9/10/12 hours 7/730 1700/1800/1930Call is about 14 days in a 6 week schedule including 2 weekends F/S/S2 years Cath lab experience required.ARRT certification required. BLS required, ACLS preferred. May be required to float to St. Anne or Perrysburg if need arises*Manager will review/interview profile after clinical prescreen- this will delay an offer* Unit Specific Details:Structured heart and endovascular experience is a plus.Phillips & McKesson Technology/EMR experience preferred.Assists with cardiac electrophysiology studies and ablation procedures bycalibrating equipment, setting up procedures, prepping patients, operation monitoring and recording devices, andcollection of diagnostic data during procedures. Maintains an electronically and radiologically safe environment in thelaboratory. Provides care to adolescent through geriatric patients. Must have analytical abilities necessary to monitor and assess patient s condition. Must have analytical abilities necessary to perform calculations for diagnosis and treatment of cardiac abnormalities. Must have analytical abilities necessary to recognize normal and abnormal ECG and to monitor several sources of data tomake quick and accurate decisions as to status of patient. Must have interpersonal skills sufficient to interact effectively with patients and their fears, their families,physicians and various medical personnel. Must be able to calculate drug dosages and administer medication appropriately. Must utilize all PPE including lead apron and thyroid shield Mechanical ability to operate / maintain complex electrical equipment and recording devices, and assist the physician inthe cardiac laboratory and operating room environment Ability to react quickly under pressure in stressful environment. Ability to work flexible schedules and on call rotation. Maintain: the laboratory/operating room and equipment; manage supplies FIFO; and support accurate billing for proceduresperformed. Work requires some lifting and positioning of patients. Education Qualifications – Required Minimum Education: Vocational/ Technical Degree Specialty/Major: RCIS, Radiology Tech and / or accredited Electrophysiology program. Preferred Education: 4 year/ Bachelors Degree Notes STV cath lab tech x 2-13 weeks-36 or 40 hours ok with 9/10/12 hour shifts start end time varies based on the 9/10/12 hours 7/730 1700/1800/1930- on call average of 14 days in 6 week period including 2 weekends F/S/S- Floating to Perrysburg Cath lab if the need arises. Primary Skills: BLS, PositionspecificLicenseorCertification, ARRT Job certifications: Job credentials for Professional: BLS, ACLS, ARRT, State Radiology Tech License