Cardiovascular Tech Intern, Full-Time/Dayshift (Cardiac Cath Lab)

Orlando Health•Orlando, FL

47d•Onsite

About The Position

Consistently be supervised by a preceptor to develop technical and professionalskills through observation and hands on demonstration. Located in downtown Orlando, Orlando Health Orlando Regional Medical Center (ORMC) has served the Central Florida community for more than 100 years. With 898 acute-care and rehabilitative beds, it is among the largest acute-care facilities in the region and theâ¯only Level I Trauma Centers in Central Florida. The hospital has earned recognition from U.S. News & World Report as a "Best Hospital" in Central Florida and rated high performing in 12 adult procedures and conditions. Orlando Health ORMC holds the most Beacon Awards for Excellence in the state, awarded by the American Association of Critical-Care Nurses to units that employ evidence-based practices to improve patient and family outcomes, and is the only adult-care hospital in Orlando to achieve Magnet Recognition, the gold standard for nursing's contribution to quality patient care, safety, research, and service excellence. Orlando Health ORMC is the flagship hospital of the Orlando Health system of care, which includesâ¯24 award-winning hospitals and ERs, 9 specialty institutes, 14 urgent care centers, 100+ primary care practices and more than 60 outpatient facilities that span Florida's east to west coasts and beyond.

Requirements

Enrolled in senior year of Cardiovascular Technologist accredited college.
American Heart Association BLS for Healthcare Providers
ACLS certification required.
PALS may be required depending on unit specific needs.
None.

Responsibilities

Develops cognitive thinking skills and assesses the patient's physical condition and age specific needs.
Provides physiological and hemodynamic monitoring during diagnostic and/or interventional cardiac procedures.
Assists in the technical performance of diagnostic and/or interventional procedures specific to individual location.
Develops good radiation protection work habits to help minimize exposure to patient, self and others.
Interprets application and technical aspects of all equipment and supplies used in all procedures.
Assists Cardiologist as a scrub assistant.
Verifies all procedure documentation is complete and legible.
Verifies files and records for completeness and accuracy of the patient studies.
Demonstrates the knowledge of aseptic technique.
Provides communication in a positive manner with patients and their families.
Maintains reasonably regular, punctual attendance consistent with Orlando Health policies, the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards.
Maintains compliance with all Orlando Health policies and procedures.
Maintains cleanliness of work area and equipment. Maintain well-stocked and organized work areas.
Demonstrates efficient use of supplies.
Accountable for maintaining downtime productivity.
Utilizes all department computer systems effectively and accurately.