Cardiovascular Tech III

American Addiction Centers•Naperville, IL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This full-time Cardiovascular Tech III position is located in the Cardiac Cath Lab at Advocate Good Samaritan Hospital, with support for cardiology procedures also at Naperville Freedom Drive Ambulatory Surgery Center (ASC). The role involves providing professional, highly technical nursing care to all cardiovascular patients and assisting physicians during all cardiovascular procedures. The tech will also function as a liaison for patients, patient's families, and physicians, and assist physicians in the operation of technical equipment utilized during all procedures. The department operates Monday-Friday with 4 - 10hr shifts per week, and is closed on weekends and holidays for regular operations, but requires on-call availability with a 30-minute response time for cardiac interventional call, typically 5-10 shifts per month. Advocate Health is the third-largest nonprofit, integrated health system in the United States, providing care under various names across multiple states, serving nearly 6 million patients, and is a national leader in clinical innovation, health outcomes, consumer experience, and value-based care. The company employs 155,000 teammates across 69 hospitals and over 1,000 care locations.

Requirements

Typically requires 2 years cardiac cath lab experience
AAS in RTR, or RTN license
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
Ability to function in a high stress environment
Ability to lift and move heavy patients and equipment
Ability to stand for long periods of time
Wearing lead apron (approx. 18 lbs.)
Ability to work flexible hours and on-call basis
Ability 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 direct patient care or direct patient contact)

Nice To Haves

Demonstrated proficiency in PTCA, EPS preferred
Minimum of 5 years experience as RTR or RTN experience preferred
Prior 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

Benefits

$5,000 sign-on bonus!
Comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs
Competitive compensation
Generous retirement offerings
Programs that invest in your career development
Paid Time Off programs
Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
Educational Assistance Program