Radiologic Technologist - Cath Lab

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Radiologic Technologist

• Cath Lab

Department: Cardiovascular Invasive

• CMH

Usual Schedule: call rotation , staggered shif

Regions:

On Call Requirements: yes rotation 1 week

Job Category: Allied Health

Work Location: Methodist Medical Center

Employment Type: Full

• Time

Nursing Specialty:

Job Post ID: 35430

Secondary Job Category:

Experience Requirements: None

Weekend Requirements: call rotation, 1 month

Education Requirements: Not Indicated

Shift: Day

Location: Peoria, IL

Holiday Requirements: call rotation

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Job Description

JOB SUMMARY:

• Sign on Bonus Available!

• Relocation Bonus (if moving from 50+ mi away)

• Referral Bonuses (once hired)

• Shift & Weekend Differentials available.

• Benefits available from day 1 for qualified employees.

• First Shift - call rotation through dept.

• Face Paced Work Environment

• In-depth cases.

• Assist Cardiologists in invasive and diagnostic/interventional cardiac/vascular and electrophysiologic procedures.

• Perform technical hemodynamic monitoring and interpret results using automated techniques.

• Provide care to meet patient needs during procedures.

• Handle other duties as required and assigned by the healthcare team.

Education:

Successful completion of a certificate program in Radiology required.

Associate's Degree in the field of Radiologic Technology preferred.

Experience:

1-3 years of experience in/with a sound knowledge base in Cardiology preferred.

Experience in hemodynamic monitoring and EKG interpretation, sterile techniques and invasive angiographic techniques preferred.

License(s)/Certifications:

Current licensure in good standing as a Radiologic Technologist in the State of Illinois (IEMA) required.

Current certification by American Registry of Radiologic Technology (ARRT) required.

Must possess and maintain current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.

Must possess and maintain Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification within 1 year of hire (required).

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• To assist cardiologists in performing invasive coronary/vascular/EP diagnostic and/or therapeutic procedures using a specific technique. To set up and operate a variety of electrical/imaging equipment and computers.Knowledge of hemodynamic concepts, cardiac anatomy and physiology, and the purpose and operation of equipment and supplies inherent in cardiac/vascular diagnostic and interventional procedures

Knowledge and competency in moderate sedation administration and policy protocol

Knowledge of EP concepts, theory, and the fluoroscopic anatomy and physiology involved in diagnostic and interventional EP procedures

Displays good judgement and problem-solving skills

Displays ability to organize and prioritize performance based on procedural findings

Ability to recognize and assist in treatment of any complication arising from cardiac/vascular/EP diagnostic and interventional procedures

Advocates for patient's needs

Ability to set up sterile table with appropriate supplies specific to each procedure performed within the area

Knowledge of correct preparation and draping of patients

Extensive knowledge of use and function of supplies specific to cardiac/vascular diagnostic and interventional procedures

Knowledge and ability to properly connect to appropriate physiologic monitoring equipment

Knowledge of radiation safety and appropriate use and function of imaging equipment

Advanced knowledge of EKG interpretation and arrhythmia recognition, analysis, and interpretation

Hemodynamic and procedural results/outcome interpretation

Selection and operation of procedural supplies/equipment based on procedural findings

Knowledge of data analysis and interpretation specific to device implantation and function

Operation of both monophasic and biphasic defibrillators

Ability to effectively communicate and educate patient during procedures to alleviate anxiety and ensure focused patient care

Ability to recognize and assist any anesthesia needs inherent in the care of the deeply sedated or anesthetized patient

Collaborate with Research RN/Coordinator in carrying out laboratory-based research

Excellence in communication skills and professional interaction enable incumbent to interact with physicians so that patient safety, satisfaction and optimal patient outcomes are facilitated during procedures

Collaborates with team members and other health care providers in planning patient care specific to procedures being performed; assumes accountability for patient care by directing team members, if necessary, so that a standard of excellence and optimal patient outcomes can be achieved

Excellence in communication skills enable incumbent to effectively train and mentor team members

Appropriate, professional interaction with various vendors to ensure patient safety and positive outcomes resulting from product and/or equipment/supply use

Updates knowledge and skills as equipment changes are implemented within the area

Checks and evaluates equipment to ensure adequate performance and general safety on a daily basis

Manages digital archiving system ensuring safe storage of patient images and reports

Promptly notifies appropriate personnel and removes any malfunctioning equipment

Promptly reports any equipment or supply malfunction or defective status so that proactive steps may be taken to ensure patient safety

Demonstration of knowledge and ability to trouble-shoot and/or problem-solve any equipment within the area

Demonstrate the ability to query archived images from deep archive storage, as well as create CD's to facilitate transmission of patient information

Knowledge and recognition of Invasive Cardiology routines

• Provides care to the patient undergoing coronary invasive procedures in the Cath Lab through the use of guidelines, policies, procedures, and standards of care. To report significant observations and reactions to appropriate personnel and document care provided.To maintain a working knowledge of aseptic technique

Proficient in set-up of all procedures.

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