Cardiac Catheterization Technician, Jackson Memorial Hospital- Cath Lab, Full Time, Days

Jackson Health•Miami, FL

8d•Onsite

About The Position

Cardiac Catheterization Technician is responsible for performance of a variety of catheterization techniques for inpatients and outpatients, requiring knowledge of specialized angiocardiographic and analytical laboratory procedures.

Requirements

Graduate from a two-year Cardiovascular program or an equivalent, such as a Registered Respiratory Therapist or Registered Radiological Technologist.
Certification as a cardiovascular technician preferred.
American Heart Association and any additional applicable life support certification for Healthcare Providers may be required at the unit level upon hire with at least 6 months validity and maintenance at JHS for the duration of employment.
AHA Basic Life Support (BLS) with 6 months validity
AHA Adv Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)

Responsibilities

Records Hemodynamic Pressures as required by Cardiologist according to department protocols.
Attaches e-signals to patients to obtain vital signs and 02 saturations.
Interprets and monitors electrocardiographic tracings, working in close cooperation with Cardiologist; reports immediately any change from normal.
Calculates hemodynamic data.
Operates equipment or provides electrical shock in event of ventricular fibrillation or arterial fibrillation by assisting physician.
Inspects equipment to ensure proper functioning; requisitions repair of apparatus and cleans equipment.
Assists technologists in aseptic room clean up following procedures.
Assists in preparation and maintenance of sterile angiographic trays for a variety of procedures.
Works in close cooperation with nurses and radiologic technicians in a team effort during procedures to provide the best patient care. Participates in the CQI process.
Assists in operating high pressure contrast injector; amount and rate of injection determined by Cardiologist.
Develops physiologic recordings and film as requested by supervisor.
Loads film magazines and physiologic recorders as requested by supervisor.
Prepares and calibrates pressure transducers and recording devices.
Records and maintains procedure logs according to departmental protocol.
Initiates life supporting measures for patients if necessary.
Complies with all safety rules and regulations, departmental and hospital rules and protocol for all procedures.
Follows unit specific infection control standards.
Assists in routine duties including performance of hours, specialized procedures, cleaning and daily maintenance of area.
Utilizes appropriate H.I.S. Computer System function for patient transport.
Takes calls as scheduled.