Cardiovascular Specialist

Overview

Be inspired. Be rewarded. Belong. At Emory Healthcare.

At Emory Healthcare we fuel your professional journey with better benefits, valuable resources, ongoing mentorship and leadership programs for all types of jobs, and a supportive environment that enables you to reach new heights in your career and be what you want to be. We provide:

• Comprehensive health benefits that start day 1

• Student Loan Repayment Assistance & Reimbursement Programs

• Family-focused benefits

• Wellness incentives

• Ongoing mentorship, development, and leadership programs and more

Description

Shift: Full Time

• 6:30 am

• 5pm (10 hour shifts)

Location: Emory Saint Joseph's Hospital- 5665 Peachtree Dunwoody Road NE Atlanta, Ga

30342

When you have a heart condition, you want the most effective treatment with the least risk. Our specialists are known for developing innovative techniques to diagnose and treat your heart problem without open surgery. Over the years our physicians and researchers have revolutionized the field of interventional cardiology.

We're seeking a Cardiovascular Specialist, (level II) in our Cardiac Cath Lab. This individua will:

• Precept new staff and students. Masters concepts of hemodynamics.
  
  Should have intermediate knowledge of x-ray equipment and troubleshooting. Able to assist with circulating role as needed.

• Troubleshoot imaging equipment collaborating with biomedical engineers for service. Participate in procedural charging.
  
  Maintains supply management. Able to act quickly under emergency situations. Able to discuss with physician plan of action and assist with any high-risk procedures.

• Cross-trains as needed to support departmental needs. Monitors cases. Understands and works with x-ray system, including panning table and recognizing different angles.

• Manage access site including proper removal of sheath, assessment of hematoma and knowledge of hematoma management. Understands concepts of radiation safety.
  
  Knowledgeable in coronary anatomy and recognizing different types of lesions. Basic knowledge of supply features and applications to procedure. Knowledge and adherence to sterile technique.

• Able to communicate effectively with team, patients, families and medical staff. Cath Lab:
  
  Assists in procedures such as complex PCI including CTO, Able to assist with complex procedures; including multiple wire exchanges and able to use long wires and OTW balloons. Should be able to use specialty devices such as rotablater, CSI, laser and shockwave.

• May participate in structural heart cases. Able to troubleshoot emergency equipment (balloon pump and ventricular assist device).

• Assists in scrub role for procedures such as right & left heart catherization, PCIs and STEMIs. EP Lab:
  
  Assists in advanced EP procedures (such as lead extractions at some sites, complex ablations and stims independently).

• Assist in scrub role for procedures such as cardiac ablations and device implants, ECDs, generator changes, loop recorders.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Preferred: Registered as ARRT with CI credential or RCIS or RCES

• Minimum: Licensed AEMT OR National Registered Paramedic (NRP) OR graduate of accredited school of radiologic technology OR accredited school of cardiovascular technology OR academic program in health sciences.

• Must become registered as an ARRT with post primary category of cardiac interventional radiography or RCIS (Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist) or RCES obtained within 12 months of hire or promotion as a condition of continued employment

JOIN OUR TEAM TODAY! Emory Healthcare (EHC), part of Emory University (EUV), is the most comprehensive academic health system in Georgia and the first and only in Georgia with a Magnet designated ambulatory practice.

We are made up of 11 hospitals-4 Magnet designated, the Emory Clinic, and more than 425 provider locations. The Emory Healthcare Network, established in 2011, is the largest clinically integrated network in Georgia, with more than 3,450 physicians concentrating in 70 different subspecialties.

Additional Details

Supporting a diverse, equitable and inclusive culture. Emory Healthcare (EHC) is dedicated to providing equal opportunities and access to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, gender, genetic information, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression and/or veteran's status.

EHC does not discriminate on the basis of any factor stated above or prohibited under applicable law. EHC respects, values, and celebrates the unique perspectives and backgrounds of all individuals. EHC aspires to create an environment of collaboration and true belonging for all our patients and team members. Emory Healthcare (EHC) is committed to achieving a diverse workforce through equal opportunity and nondiscrimination policy in all aspects of employment including recruitment, hiring, promotions, transfers, discipline, terminations, wage and salary administration, benefits, and training.

ACCOMODATIONS: EHC will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. To request this document in an alternate format or to request a reasonable accommodation, please contact the Office of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion."

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: (Medium-Heavy) 36-75 lbs., 0-33% of the work day (occasionally); 20-35 lbs., 34-66% of the workday; (frequently); 10-20 lbs., 67-100% of the workday (constantly); Lifting 75 lbs. max; Carrying of objects up to 35 lbs.; Occasional to frequent standing & walking; Occasional sitting; Close eye work (computers, typing, reading, writing); Physical demands may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks.ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS: Factors affecting environment conditions may vary depending on the assigned work area and tasks.

Environmental exposures include, but are not limited to: Blood-borne pathogen exposure; Bio-hazardous waste Chemicals/gases/fumes/vapors; Communicable diseases; Electrical shock; Floor Surfaces; Hot/Cold Temperatures; Indoor/Outdoor conditions; Latex; Lighting; Patient care/handling injuries; Radiation; Shift work; Travel may be required; Use of personal protective equipment, including respirators; environmental conditions may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks.