Cardiovascular Interventional Technologist

Cardiovascular Interventional Tech

Summa Health - Akron City Campus

Part-Time / 20 Hours / Days

Summa Health System is recognized as one of the region's top employers by a number of third party organizations, including NorthCoast 99. Exceptional candidates gravitate to Summa because of its culture, passion for delivering excellent service to our patients and families commitment to our philosophy of servant leadership, collegial working relationships at every level of the organization and competitive pay and benefits.

Summary:

Under physician supervision, operates fluoroscopic imaging equipment during cardiac and/or peripheral vascular procedures. Also provides scrub assistance to Cardiologist throughout diagnostic and interventional cardiac procedures; provides appropriate patient care and recognizes patient conditions essential for successful completion of procedures.

Formal Education Required:

a.Graduate of AMA approved school of Radiological Technologists

b.CVI, RCIS or RCES certification preferred

Experience & Training Required:

a.The State of Ohio requires that all persons who operate equipment that generates ionizing radiation or employ radio nuclides for imaging or therapy to be licensed in the modality for which they were employed/will be working

b.Licensed by the Ohio Department of Health (ODH), in accord with the Rules of the State of Ohio, as stated in the Ohio Revised Code (3701:72.02) and are required to maintain licensure as required by that Code

c.Technologist employed in the following modality shall be credentialed/registered as indicated:

PRACTICE REGISTRATION/CERTIFICATION

Diagnostic R.T. (R) ARRT

d.BLS and ACLS certified - if not ACLS certified must be completed in one year after orientation period

e.One (1) year Radiologic Technologist experience in Diagnostic Area, Special Procedures or Cath/EP Lab preferred

3.Other Skills, Competencies and Qualifications:

a.Ability of operate lab equipment, catheters, guide wires, etc.

b.Demonstrates clinical skills necessary to assist physician in performing invasive procedures

c.Knowledge of equipment and technologies utilized in procedures, pressure monitoring, cardiovascular anatomy and physiology, EKG interpretation, aseptic technique and radiation safety practices

d.Demonstrates ability to enter procedural events and information into hemodynamic computer

e.Skill in interpersonal communication to effectively interact with patients, physicians, lab staff and other hospital employees

f.Ability to lift and position patients

g.Ability to utilize computer system and file system to facilitate patient records management

h.Ability to work independently within established procedures and exercise professional judgment

i.Ability work well within a team environment by accepting and offing honest and constructive feedback; by supporting team goals and encouraging other team members; and by collaborating with departmental team members to consolidate work, solve problems, create new methods and/or reduce costs.

4.Population Specific Competency:

a.Ability to effectively interact with populations of patients/customers with an understanding of their needs for self-respect and dignity

5.Level of Physical Demands:

a. Medium: Exerts 20-50 pounds of force occasionally and/or ten to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force continuously to move objects.

$33.08/hr - $39.70/hr

The salary range on this job posting/advertising is base salary exclusive of any bonuses or differentials. Many factors, such as years of relevant experience and geographical location are considered when determining the starting rate of pay.

We believe in the importance of pay equity and consider internal equity of our current team members when determining offers. Please keep in mind that the range that is listed is the full base salary range. Hiring at the maximum of the range would not be typical.