Allina Health Systems Saint Paul , MN 55102
Posted 1 week ago
Number of Job Openings Available:
1
Date Posted:
February 23, 2024
Department:
34005006 AHMHI CV Lab St Paul
Shift:
Day (United States of America)
Shift Length:
8 hour shift
Hours Per Week:
32
Union Contract:
ADIT-1-United Radiology Technicians
Weekend Rotation:
Other
Job Summary:
Assists physician during complex diagnostic and interventional cardiovascular, electrophysiology or peripheral vascular procedures, including circulating, scrubbing, monitoring and hemodynamic monitoring/recording using advanced skill sets. Follows department policies to maintain a safe, efficient environment while caring for the patient.
Key Position Details:
Call rotation required
Day shifts
Benefit eligible
Job Description:
Principle Responsibilities
Effectively operates laboratory equipment
Prepares and operates equipment within department, manufacturer, and federal guidelines.
Performs quality control and basic troubleshooting as needed.
Promptly reports all equipment problems to appropriate source.
Performs scrub role including complex procedures
Ensures a safe and sterile environment for the patient.
Practices aseptic technique, maintains sterile field and report/corrects breaks in sterile technique.
Prepares the equipment and competently assists the physician during the procedure.
Understands the anatomy and physiology of the conduction system, and associated intracardiac electrocardiography signals.
Effectively assists physicians in monitoring/circulator role
Detects and responds to changing patient conditions, observing EKG, blood pressure, and other electrograms.
Performs complete diagnostic and provocative pacing protocols under the direction of the physician.
Differentiates basic and complex arrhythmias and assists in mapping.
Records, compiles and enters patient data accurately into electronic medical record and image retrieval system.
Acts as resource to other staff
Effectively teaches and mentors peers in advanced skills.
Participates in the orientation of new employees
Communicates with Manager regarding progress.
Gives timely feedback to staff to advance learning.
Ensures safe environment for patients and staff
Protects self and others from injury by using equipment per manufacturer and department guidelines.
Uses transfer lifts, transport equipment and body mechanics to protect from injury.
Practices good habits of radiation safety.
Other duties as assigned.
Job Requirements
Vocational or Technical Training Graduate of accredited Cardiovascular Technology program required or
Bachelor's degree in life, physical science, or health care related field required
2 to 5 Years Cardiovascular lab as Cardiovascular Technologist 2 years experience required
ACLS-BLS Tier 2 - Multisource required upon hire
Registered Invasive Cardiovascular Technology RCIS Upon Hire required
Physical Demands
Medium Work*:
Lifting weight Up to 32 lbs. occasionally (*Allina Safe Patient Moving Policy), Up to 25 lbs. frequently
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