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General Summary
Under general supervision, assists physicians in performing invasive and noninvasive cardiac, electrophysiology, and vascular procedures in the Cardiac Catheterization Lab (CCL) and or Electrophysiology Lab (EP). Prepares patients and procedural sites using aseptic techniques. Assists physicians by calibrating equipment, preparing supplies, devices and instruments for the procedure. Sets up, operates, and monitors complex digital medical and fluoroscopic equipment to ensure accurate image acquisition and expected patient outcomes. Utilizes multiple computer applications and medical devices for proper procedure documentation within the electronic health record (EHR). Responsible for monitoring, interpreting and calculating hemodynamic waveforms and EKGs. Assists with the coordination, implementation, and evaluation of patient care under the supervision of the physician in the EP/CCL to promote safe, efficient, and therapeutic patient care. Maintains an electronically and radiologic safe environment in the EP/CCL. Maintains integrity of EP/CCL supply inventory. Ensures accurate charge capture.
Essential Functions
Extracts and documents all pertinent pre- procedural information obtained from patient and medical record.Prepares patients for procedures using proper positioning and surgical prep of procedural site(s). Maintains sterile technique while assisting physician during cardiac adult and pediatric / EP/ vascular procedures. Requires the ability to prepare instruments equipment and medications before and during Cardiac/ EP/ Vascular Assists physician in cardiac/ vascular/ EP procedures.Operates digital medical and fluoroscopic equipment during procedures.Continuous monitoring of patients condition through interpretation of EKG and hemodynamic waveforms. Requires documentation of procedural events and ensures accuracy of recorded waveforms and calculation. Finalizes procedural reports and transfers all images and hemodynamic information to the server.Loads automatic injector with contrast media and injects via catheter at a rate of volume selected by physician.Uses provided computer applications to ensure accurate charge capture on procedural and supply charges.Requires stocking and inventory of equipment and supply readiness utilizing hospital inventory system.Participate in unit performance improvement /quality management measures.License/ Certifications
Must be RCIS credentialed through Cardiovascular Credentialing International and/or RT through ARRT with special procedures experience and/or cardiac catheterization experience. Must have BLS / ACLS certification.Must have basic dysrhythmia course.Work requires 6 to 12 months on-the-job training in electrocardiograph interpretation, aseptic techniques, and cardiac diagnostic and interventional procedures.Minimum Qualifications
Minimum of one year cardiac CCL / EP experience preferred.Must possess level of knowledge of heart anatomy, physiology and radiographic procedures generally acquired through two years education in an allied health science such as radiographic technology, nursing, or cardiopulmonary technology. Desirable to have registry as an invasive Cardiovascular Specialist through the Cardiovascular Credentialing International.Must have analytical abilities necessary to monitor and assess patient’s condition, and to perform calculations for diagnosis of heart defects.Many of our opportunities reward* your hard work with:Comprehensive, affordable medical, dental and vision plans
Prescription drug coverage
Flexible spending accounts
Life insurance w/AD&D
Employer contributions to retirement savings plan when eligible
Paid time off
Educational Assistance
And much more
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