Cardiovascular Technician III

Advocate Health • Skaneateles, NY

7d • $38 - $57 • Onsite

About The Position

The Cardiovascular Technician III works in the Cardiac Cath Lab at Advocate Good Samaritan Hospital. This full-time position is scheduled for four 10-hour shifts Monday through Friday, with call coverage that includes weekends and holidays. The technician may occasionally float to the ASC in Naperville. The role maintains procedure documentation and lab quality and safety, prepares for and supports cardiovascular procedures, assists with staff orientation, and serves as a clinical resource and role model. The position requires responding to off-hour call-ins within 30 minutes of the pager going off.

The role requires the ability to work in a high-stress environment, lift and move patients and equipment, stand for extended periods, wear an approximately 18-pound lead apron, and work flexible hours and on call. Employees must be able to lift up to 35 pounds without assistance. For patient lifts over 35 pounds, or when a patient cannot assist, patient-handling equipment is expected to be used with at least one other associate when available.

Requirements

• Typically requires 2 years of cardiac cath lab experience.
• Current Illinois license as an RTR or RTN.
• AAS in RTR or RTN license, as stated in the education and experience qualifications.
• Maintain a minimum of 12 CEU hours per year.
• Obtain RCIS within two years of employment.
• Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Ability to anticipate patient and unit needs.
• Ability to teach procedures to staff.
• Ability to recognize the needs and behaviors of patients across a variety of age groups.
• Ability to function in a high-stress environment, lift and move heavy patients and equipment, stand for long periods, wear an approximately 18-pound lead apron, and work flexible hours and on call.
• Ability to respond to off-hour call-ins within 30 minutes of the pager going off.
• Ability to lift up to 35 pounds without assistance; use patient-handling equipment with at least one other associate when available for patient lifts over 35 pounds or when the patient cannot assist.

Nice To Haves

• Demonstrated proficiency in PTCA and EPS is preferred.
• Prior experience with various patient age groups is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain complete documentation of cardiovascular procedures and ensure completion of all registry abstracts.
• Prepare patients for emergency coronary artery bypass graft procedures by documenting appropriately, sending required blood work to the laboratory, and notifying the cardiovascular team.
• Retrieve reports of past procedures and acquire general knowledge of the Cardiac Cath Lab office.
• Assist with scheduling procedures when necessary.
• Participate in in-services, continuing education, and workshops to stay current with procedures and technologies.
• Maintain ACLS certification; perform CPR and ventilate patients; maintain, supply, and operate the defibrillator and crash cart during emergencies.
• Maintain quality control throughout the lab, including preparing sterile tables and supplies and performing x-ray equipment quality assurance.
• Maintain a secure and safe environment by remaining aware of hazards, completing daily housekeeping, and demonstrating knowledge of radiology safety precautions through applicable tests.
• Assist with new staff orientation and act as a preceptor by providing direction and support to orientees and staff.
• Serve as a role model and resource for clinical activities, including the supplies, staff arrangements, and documentation required for special procedures.
• Provide input on technical aspects of new procedures or equipment and assist in writing new procedures.
• Perform other related duties as required.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off programs
• Medical, dental, vision, life, and short- and long-term disability benefits
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
• Adoption assistance and paid parental leave
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
• Educational Assistance Program
• Premium pay, including shift and on-call pay, based on teammate eligibility
• Incentive pay for select positions
• Opportunity for annual increases based on performance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree