Advanced Cardiovascular Special Procedures Technologist

Banner Health•Phoenix, AZ

About The Position

Great careers are built at Banner Health. We understand that talented health care professionals appreciate having options. We are proud to offer our team members many career and lifestyle choices throughout our network of facilities. Apply today, this could be the perfect opportunity for you. Banner – University Medical Center Phoenix named to list of 100 Great Hospitals in America. We are proud to be a Magnet facility, Academic Medical Center, Level 1 Trauma Center and Designated Stroke Center. We are currently interested in bringing on an advanced level or senior level special procedures tech. the recruiter will discuss your experience and where that may align to based on your total years of experience and education. As our Advanced or Senior Special Procedure Technologist, you will be responsible for scrubbing, charting and working with EP MED: stem system. Our procedures encompass Cardiac catheterization and multi Interventions, Device Implants, Electrophysiology, Watchman and Cardiomems. We also send a team to work in the Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR) program to assist in the Hybrid Surgical Suite. If you’re looking to join a Multifaceted, challenging, educational, rewarding team, then we would like to review your application. Shift Requirement: M-F, 6:30 am - 5:30 pm (No weekends, No Holidays, No Call) Should you have any questions please contact Debbie Hoekstra at [email protected]. University Medical Center Phoenix is a nationally recognized academic medical center. The world-class hospital is focused on coordinated clinical care, expanded research activities and nurturing future generations of highly trained medical professionals. Our commitment to nursing excellence has enabled us to achieve Magnet™ recognition by the American Nurses Credentialing Center. The Phoenix campus, long known for excellent patient care, has over 730 licensed beds, several unique specialty units and is the new home for medical discoveries, thanks to our collaboration with the University of Arizona College of Medicine - Phoenix. Additionally, the campus responsibilities include fully integrated multi-specialty and sub-specialty clinics. POSITION SUMMARY This position facilitates services and provides clinical support within the department. Performs prescribed procedures as directed by following department/facility policies, procedures and protocols. Must demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to organize and provide care appropriate to patient population.

Requirements

Certificate or diploma from an approved/accredited Radiologic Technology program.
Requires ARRT certification in Radiologic Technology (RT) as required by state law.
Licensure and/or certification(s) as required by state regulatory agency, if applicable.
Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certifications for ACLS required.
Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification required where applicable.
Requires Post primary certification with minimum of 3 years’ Cath Lab, Electrophysiology (EP), or equivalent experience OR 5 years Cath Lab EP or equivalent experience with 2 years in a moderate acuity/complex coronary environment.
Must demonstrate effective communication skills and human relations skills.
Must possess strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree preferred.
Additional related education and/or experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Assumes responsibility for direct patient care as necessary.
Provides or facilitates patient care for patient populations and serves as a resource to staff for clinical support.
Promotes interdisciplinary patient care planning and patient education.
Supports department needs and is the primary resource for equipment education and provides user (physician, nursing, other allied health staff, families) education on medical equipment within the department and specific EP program needs when applicable.
Collaborates with various departments, outside vendors, and other departments to assure adequate resources and the proper coordination of safe, efficient patient care.
Serves as resource to patients, families, providers and staff in providing care by facilitating patient flow.
Assists in the interpretation of department/facility/system policies within the clinical setting.
Provides safe and cost-effective care while considering patient satisfaction and customer service.
Performs scheduled/preventive maintenance, electrical safety inspections, and quality assurance on patient care equipment in a timely manner consistent with regulatory standards.
Maintains communication with customers/team regarding the status of equipment repairs.
Proactively solves technology issues when appropriate.
Supports change and assists in the development, interpretation, implementation and evaluation of the process improvement and quality management activities of the department/system.
Accountable for the ethical, legal, and professional responsibilities related to imaging practice.
This includes maintaining confidentiality of all work information.
Adheres to safety policies.
Assures the efficient operation of workflow of the department.
Performs prescribed procedures in accordance with established departmental/facility policies and procedures.
Demonstrates the principles of aseptic and sterile techniques as well as universal precautions throughout the procedure.
Disposes of sharps and trash, places used supplies into case cart for processing and prepares instruments for cleaning following each case.
Assures the efficient operation of workflow of the department.
Performs prescribed procedures in accordance with established departmental/facility policies and procedures.