Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist II (EP/Cath Lab Technologist)

Cape Cod Healthcare•Hyannis, MA

16d

About The Position

Assist the Physicians in all aspects of invasive procedures, including scrubbing, circulating, monitoring and recording hemodynamic parameters in accordance to policy and procedure. Assists in diagnostic interventional procedures operating interventional and other equipment/devices as appropriate. Assumes care for physical and psychological needs of patients during examinations and procedures to insure safety and comfort while preparing for and while undergoing interventional procedures. Provides explanation of procedures and answer patient and answers pertinent questions of patients to reduce anxieties and obtain cooperation. Transfers patients onto medical equipment, wheelchairs, and stretchers. Coordinate work to achieve maximum productivity. Sets up sterile tray, cleans and disposes after procedure. Participates in activities which promote professional self-growth and development Assist physician with administration of contrast media Assists in maintaining inventory for the department. Responsible for all aspects of Electrophysiology (EP) program (applies to EP Tech only job code 8148&8149) Keeps current of new developments in EP (applies to EP Tech only job code 8148 & 8149) Responsible for preventative maintenance of interventional equipment. Cleans interventional equipment Performs routine safety checks and inspections of equipment to ensure these are current, in good order and ready for use. Performs other work related duties as assigned or requested.

Requirements

Ability to read, write and communicate in English.
Must meet at least one of the following qualifications:
Associate's degree or higher in Cardiovascular Technology
Associate's degree or higher and a minimum of 3 years recent experience as a Cardiovascular Tech in a Cardiac Cath Lab
(BLS) - Current Basic Life Support certification
(ACLS) – Advanced Cardiac Life Support certification (obtain within 6 months, offered within)
(IABP) – Intra-aortic Balloon Pump Course (complete within 6 months, offered within)
(RCIS) - Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist Certification
Must meet at least one of the following qualifications:
(EP) Completion of EP training program
5 years recent experience (within the past 7 years) as a Cardiovascular Tech in a Cardiac Cath Lab

Responsibilities

Assist the Physicians in all aspects of invasive procedures, including scrubbing, circulating, monitoring and recording hemodynamic parameters in accordance to policy and procedure.
Assists in diagnostic interventional procedures operating interventional and other equipment/devices as appropriate.
Assumes care for physical and psychological needs of patients during examinations and procedures to insure safety and comfort while preparing for and while undergoing interventional procedures.
Provides explanation of procedures and answer patient and answers pertinent questions of patients to reduce anxieties and obtain cooperation.
Transfers patients onto medical equipment, wheelchairs, and stretchers.
Coordinate work to achieve maximum productivity.
Sets up sterile tray, cleans and disposes after procedure.
Participates in activities which promote professional self-growth and development
Assist physician with administration of contrast media
Assists in maintaining inventory for the department.
Responsible for all aspects of Electrophysiology (EP) program (applies to EP Tech only job code 8148&8149)
Keeps current of new developments in EP (applies to EP Tech only job code 8148 & 8149)
Responsible for preventative maintenance of interventional equipment.
Cleans interventional equipment
Performs routine safety checks and inspections of equipment to ensure these are current, in good order and ready for use.
Performs other work related duties as assigned or requested.