Cardiovascular Tech I - Full-Time Position

Pro Med Healthcare Services•Schenectady, NY

12h•$32 - $47

About The Position

Under the direct supervision of the registered nurse, the Cardiovascular Tech (CVT) functions as an integral part of the Cath lab team working to facilitate the safe and effective conduct of invasive procedures. CVT’s primary responsibilities are to prepare and maintain the sterile field, pass instruments, and assist the cardiologist within their scope of practice. The CVT collaborates with other members of the team to utilize resources in a cost-effective manner in an environment that promotes continuous quality improvement. Assists the Cath lab team in providing a safe environment of care related to patients and personnel. Maintains a clean and safe work area. Takes precautions to avoid hazards associated with infectious and non-infectious wastes Applies the principles of asepsis to the practice of sterile techniques Performs hand antisepsis according to established guidelines Utilizes sterile techniques when donning a gown and gloves. Able to don a gown and gloves and assist others to do so without contamination Creates and maintains a sterile field according to AORN guidelines Inspects items to be introduced to the sterile field for proper processing, packaging, and package integrity Verbalizes knowledge of correct traffic patterns in and around the sterile field Recognizes breaks in sterile techniques when preparing, performing, or assisting with procedures. Takes immediate corrective action when a break in sterile techniques occurs Successfully demonstrates the competencies of decontamination and immediate use of sterilization Demonstrates knowledge of relevant anatomy and pathology for cardiac procedures, and cardiologist preferences. Cardiovascular Tech will safely prepare equipment and patients for cardiac procedures Selects appropriate supplies, instruments, and equipment for cardiac procedures Cardiovascular Tech will assist in performing general Cath lab duties Level I, The CVT: Will monitor, verify with MD and RN, and record patient Vital signs, modified Ramsey and pain scales, EKG tracing, pressures, and other hemodynamic data during procedures. Will read back verification and document medications administered by the RN and/or physician, contrast administered by the MD, RN or Licensed radiology tech, and supplies used. Demonstrates accuracy in completion of event log and applicable registries with post procedure verification from the MD and RN. Will demonstrate the ability to utilize the Mac Lab hemodynamic system when selecting protocols for procedures Transport medications (excluding controlled substances) under the direction of licensed personnel. Provides basic pre and post patient care in the holding room within the CVT scope of practice and under the Registered Nurse guidance. Demonstrates ability to problem-solve in relation to the procedure being performed Applies basic knowledge of anatomy, physiology, and medical terminology, for optimal patient care Applies basic knowledge of equipment being used in the procedure being performed Coverage: In addition to regularly scheduled workdays, the CVT provides scheduled on call coverage on a rotating basis during department off hours such as nights, weekends, and holidays.

Requirements

Applied Science degree in Cardiovascular Technology required
Graduates of accredited Cardiovascular Technology with a focus on Interventional Cardiology
ACLS certification is required
Current Cardiovascular Tech or Radiology Tech license required
The credential of Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist (RCIS) must be obtained within18 months of the date of hire as a Cardiovascular Tech
Maintains RCIS certification by participating in continuing education activities
Should be able to push/pull, lift/move 35 lb., be able to perform moderately difficult manual manipulations such as using a keyboard, writing, and filing for extended periods of time, must be able to perform tasks which require hand-eye coordination such as data entry, typing and using photo copiers
Mobility requirements may include the ability to be stationary at a workstation for a prolonged period of time, in addition to being able to squat or be mobile for a reasonable length of time and distance
Communication requirements include the ability to comprehend the spoken English language, in addition to being able to communicate and read the English language

Responsibilities

Prepare and maintain the sterile field
Pass instruments
Assist the cardiologist within their scope of practice
Assist the Cath lab team in providing a safe environment of care related to patients and personnel
Maintain a clean and safe work area
Take precautions to avoid hazards associated with infectious and non-infectious wastes
Apply the principles of asepsis to the practice of sterile techniques
Perform hand antisepsis according to established guidelines
Utilize sterile techniques when donning a gown and gloves
Create and maintain a sterile field according to AORN guidelines
Inspect items to be introduced to the sterile field for proper processing, packaging, and package integrity
Recognize breaks in sterile techniques when preparing, performing, or assisting with procedures
Demonstrate knowledge of relevant anatomy and pathology for cardiac procedures, and cardiologist preferences
Safely prepare equipment and patients for cardiac procedures
Select appropriate supplies, instruments, and equipment for cardiac procedures
Assist in performing general Cath lab duties
Monitor, verify with MD and RN, and record patient Vital signs, modified Ramsey and pain scales, EKG tracing, pressures, and other hemodynamic data during procedures
Read back verification and document medications administered by the RN and/or physician, contrast administered by the MD, RN or Licensed radiology tech, and supplies used
Demonstrate accuracy in completion of event log and applicable registries with post procedure verification from the MD and RN
Demonstrate the ability to utilize the Mac Lab hemodynamic system when selecting protocols for procedures
Transport medications (excluding controlled substances) under the direction of licensed personnel
Provide basic pre and post patient care in the holding room within the CVT scope of practice and under the Registered Nurse guidance
Demonstrate ability to problem-solve in relation to the procedure being performed
Apply basic knowledge of anatomy, physiology, and medical terminology, for optimal patient care
Apply basic knowledge of equipment being used in the procedure being performed
Provide scheduled on call coverage on a rotating basis during department off hours such as nights, weekends, and holidays