Cardio Tech - Full Time, Day (St. Mary)

Trinity Health•Langhorne, PA

About The Position

SMMC a division of Trinity Mid-Atlantic is looking for a Cardiovascular Tech to join our team. Schedule: Full-time day shift, 40 hours per week, 10-hr shifts with on-call. On call is (usually) 1 day a week and 1 weekend (Friday starting at 5pm thru Monday morning at 0700) every 5th. On-call needs may fluctuate. Ability to work autonomously and collaboratively with supervising physicians, department, and other members of the healthcare team in an effective and comprehensive manner. Assists physician in performing basic to advanced interventional cardiovascular/radiologic procedures for the adult patient. Strong background in angiography with an emphasis in cardiac catheterization, balloon angioplasty, cardiac/ peripheral vascular stenting, and interventional radiology procedures for the trauma patient. Follows appropriate department protocol for procedures unless specified differently by Radiologist Obtains and documents patient history and pertinent information in appropriate systems Insures proper identification of patient according to the National Patient Safety Goals. Verifies and follows Doctor’s written orders Produces quality diagnostic images for interpretation, such as positioning, technique, and image orientation Responds effectively in an emergency situation Adheres to infection control standards specific to patient care Consults and communicates with other departments in a professional manner Demonstrates understanding of safety, health and moral needs of customers/co-workers by taking steps to insure those needs are met. Plans delivery of care according to patient injury or physical limitations. Operates medical imaging equipment properly and safely Demonstrates awareness of Radiation Safety procedures for self and others Replenishes and changes supplies in assigned area as needed Ensures equipment is in acceptable condition by conducting warm-up procedures Follows department standards for reporting equipment malfunctions or problems Performs accurate procedures in the operating room Assists Radiologist in performing fluoroscopic procedures Performs quality bedside radiographs Accurately prepares and assists in the administration of contrast materials Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

RCIS (Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist) or ARRT required
Dysrhythmia course within 90 days of hire-successful completion
BLS Certification
1 year Cath Lab experience preferred
On Call commitment

Responsibilities

Assists physician in performing basic to advanced interventional cardiovascular/radiologic procedures for the adult patient.
Follows appropriate department protocol for procedures unless specified differently by Radiologist
Obtains and documents patient history and pertinent information in appropriate systems
Insures proper identification of patient according to the National Patient Safety Goals.
Verifies and follows Doctor’s written orders
Produces quality diagnostic images for interpretation, such as positioning, technique, and image orientation
Responds effectively in an emergency situation
Adheres to infection control standards specific to patient care
Consults and communicates with other departments in a professional manner
Demonstrates understanding of safety, health and moral needs of customers/co-workers by taking steps to insure those needs are met.
Plans delivery of care according to patient injury or physical limitations.
Operates medical imaging equipment properly and safely
Demonstrates awareness of Radiation Safety procedures for self and others
Replenishes and changes supplies in assigned area as needed
Ensures equipment is in acceptable condition by conducting warm-up procedures
Follows department standards for reporting equipment malfunctions or problems
Performs accurate procedures in the operating room
Assists Radiologist in performing fluoroscopic procedures
Performs quality bedside radiographs
Accurately prepares and assists in the administration of contrast materials
Performs other duties as assigned.