Cardiac Catheterization Specialist I

Indiana University Health System•Indianapolis, IN

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Cardiac Catheterization Specialist I provides general patient care to cardiac catheterization patients, sets up and operates equipment, and performs basic cardiac catheterization procedures. The position is based at Methodist Hospital and is scheduled Monday through Friday for three 12-hour shifts, 6:30 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. The role requires monitoring patients undergoing procedures and knowledge of respiratory and EKG equipment, as well as basic cardiac and emergency procedures. The organization seeks compassionate team members who are dedicated to patient care, support their colleagues, and pursue excellence.

Requirements

High school graduation or equivalent.
Post-high-school coursework in anatomy, physiology, and medical terminology.
Professional degree or certification when commonly associated with the professional experience the candidate possesses.
Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification through the AHA.
Other advanced life support certifications may be required according to unit or department specialty and patient care policies.
Healthcare experience involving direct patient care, noninvasive cardiovascular service, or directly related technical patient care experience.
Ability to monitor patients undergoing procedures.
Knowledge and ability to operate respiratory and EKG equipment.
Basic knowledge of cardiac and emergency procedures.