Cardiovascular Tech III

American Addiction Centers•Naperville, IL

3d•$38 - $57•Hybrid

About The Position

This is a Full-time Cardiovascular Tech III position in the Cardiac Cath Lab at Advocate Good Samaritan Hospital. The role involves supporting cardiology procedures at both Advocate Good Samaritan Hospital and Naperville Freedom Drive Ambulatory Surgery Center (ASC). The position operates on a 4-day, 10-hour shift schedule, Monday through Friday, with departments closed on weekends and holidays. There is an on-call requirement, necessitating arrival at Good Samaritan Hospital within 30 minutes for cardiac interventional call, typically 5-10 shifts per month. The primary purpose of this role is to provide professional, highly technical nursing care to all cardiovascular patients, assist physicians during cardiovascular procedures, and function as a liaison for patients, families, and physicians. The Cardiovascular Tech will also assist physicians in operating technical equipment used during procedures.

Requirements

Typically requires 2 years cardiac cath lab experience
Demonstrated proficiency in PTCA, EPS preferred
AAS in RTR, or RTN license
Or a minimum of 5 years experience as RTR or RTN experience preferred
Minimum of 12 CEU hours per year
Ability to recognize the needs and behaviors of a variety of age groups of patients treated, i.e., normal patterns of adolescent behavior and look for signs of normal aging
Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills
Ability to anticipate patient and unit needs
Ability to teach procedures to the staff
Current License in the state of IL as a RTR, RTN, RCVT, or Paramedic (EMT-P)
ACLS, IABP
RCIS within two years of employment
The ability to function in a high stress environment
Lift and move heavy patients and equipment
Stand for long periods of time, wearing lead apron (approx. 18 lbs.)
Work flexible hours and on-call basis
All cath lab staff must be able to respond to off hour call-ins within thirty minutes of the pager going off
Ability to lift up to 35 pounds without assistance
For patient lifts of over 35 pounds, or when patient is unable to assist with the lift, patient handling equipment is expected to be used, with at least one other associate, when available
Unique patient lifting/movement situations will be assessed on a case-by-case basis

Nice To Haves

Previous experience with various age groups is preferred

Responsibilities

Maintain complete documentation of cardiovascular procedures
Participate in in-services, continuing education, and workshops to remain abreast of new procedures and current technologies
Accountable for the maintenance of quality control in all areas of the lab
Provide a secure and safe environment for patients and staff maintaining constant awareness of safety hazards
Assistance with new staff orientation within the department
Act as a role model within the department serving as a resource person for all clinical activities
Assisting in the development of new operating procedures