Cardiovascular Technologist

Medical University of South Carolina•Orangeburg, SC

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Under general supervision, provides technical support and assistance to the physician during diagnostic and invasive cardiovascular and peripheral vascular procedures. Performs scrub and hemodynamic monitoring duties with cardiac catheterizations, vascular and interventional radiology procedures using clinical knowledge, technical skills, and professional judgement in accordance with professional and departmental standards and protocols. Provides care assessment prior, during and post procedural instruction to patients. Prepares and maintains all pertinent information related to procedures. Entity Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA) Worker Type Employee Worker Sub-Type Regular Cost Center CC004815 ORBG - Cardiac Cath Lab Pay Rate Type Hourly Pay Grade Health-28 Scheduled Weekly Hours 40 Work Shift Job Description Work Environment: Primarily works in a hospital or clinical setting. Subject to working near moving mechanical parts. Risk of electrical shock. Exposure to infections disease and exposure to radiation. Supervisory Responsibilities: None. Financial Responsibilities: None. Essential Functions: Assists Cardiologist in the performance of invasive diagnostic and interventional cardiac procedures. Maintains operational knowledge of CCL equipment according to manufacturer’s specifications. Provides care for patients prior, during and after procedures. Scrubs and assists Cardiologist as requested. Responds to patient distress situations and assists with equipment quality control and inventory management. Prepares sterile trays, instruments, supplies and equipment necessary for procedures, and maintains sterile field. Maintains operational knowledge of Cath Lab fluoroscopy and hemodynamic monitoring equipment according to manufacturer’s specifications. Provides all appropriate services to safely and efficiently complete patient procedures. Maintains knowledge of cardiac concepts and clinical practices. Responsible for patient safety in the CCL and must be able to recognize cardiac arrhythmias and respond according to emergency protocols, operate external cardiac pacemaker and defibrillator. Intervenes with appropriate therapy in the event of cardiac emergencies. Properly handles and processes images/data to include storage and transfer. Follows radiation safety policies as outlined by the NRC and Hospital’s Radiation Safety Committee. Maintains, troubleshoots, and operates fluoroscopy equipment to ensure operability and safety. Calibrates equipment and performs routine preventive maintenance procedures. Monitors and records patients' hemodynamic status during procedures and assists the cardiologist. Acts as a patient educator. Explains procedure and answers questions prior to the procedure. Immobilizes patients as necessary and practices radiation safety procedures. Selects and operates equipment as needed to perform required exams. Demonstrates a commitment to patient, visitor, and staff by: complying with all applicable safety regulations; learning the impact of medical errors and methodology that will lead to the reduction of errors; reporting actual and potential errors, as well as hazardous conditions; identifying opportunities to standardize processes and "error proof" systems that will lead to increased safety; and participating in safety education programs and root cause analyses as required. Provides outstanding service to all customers, fosters teamwork, and practices fiscal responsibility through improvement and innovation Acts rapidly and effectively, manages self, patients, and other employees during any emergency situation. Is knowledgeable of the location, care, and operation of the Cardiac Catheterization Lab equipment. This includes but is not limited to: imaging and hemodynamic monitoring systems, defibrillation equipment, crash carts and contents, and temporary pacemaker. Maintains clean, organized unit and restocks supplies as necessary. Provides a calm, reassuring atmosphere and communicates effectively with each patient’s family to reduce stress. Participates in staff meetings and attends other meetings as assigned. Maintains appropriate quality control/assessment programs (if applicable). Participates in CCL orientation procedures. Participates in the evaluation of in-service education programs. Maintains departmental reports and records and collects statistical data for administrative and regulatory purposes. Performs other duties as assigned to support the efficient operation of the cardiology department. Physical Requirements: Physical requirements are primarily related to the essential functions of any job. In order to perform the essential functions of this position, you must be able to walk, stand, use your hands, reach, knell, talk, hear and smell. Must be able to lift or exert energy up to 10 pounds 25% of the time and up to 100 pounds 75% of the time. Must have close vision (clear vision at 20 inches or less), distance vision (clear vision at 20 feet or more), color vision (ability to identify and distinguish colors), peripheral vision (ability to observe an area that can be seen move up/down or left/right) and the ability to adjust focus (ability to adjust the eye to bring an object into focus). Mental Requirements Must possess the ability to read, analyze and interpret complex scientific, clinical or business journals, financial reports or legal documents. Must have the ability to respond to sensitive inquiries or complaints from guests, regulatory agencies, staff and members of the business community. Must possess the ability to write persuasive correspondence, speeches and articles for publication. Ability to effectively present information to top management, large public groups, and boards of directors. Ability to work with more complex math functions to include calculating percentages, averages, volume, ratio and interpreting graphs – using numbers, money and unites of measurement is required. Must have the ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to deal with concrete and abstract concepts and interpret verbal, nonverbal and written instructions is necessary. Population Served This position primarily interacts with adults and aging adults and provides direct patient care. All staff members must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skill necessary to meet the physical, psychosocial, educational, safety, and related needs of the persons in the assigned work area. Additional Job Description Minimum Qualifications: Graduate from an approved school of radiologic technology and ARRT certified OR Graduate from an approved invasive cardiovascular technology program and RCIS certified. Two years of clinical experience in diagnostic and/or interventional cardiac catheterization lab or interventional radiology preferred. BLS and ACLS certification required (must be obtained within 6 months of hire). Participates in educational updates and maintains professional knowledge and skills related to areas of responsibility. Available to fulfill “on-call” obligations-response less than 30 minutes as requested Demonstrates clinical competence in basic cardiac physiology/pathology, 12-Lead EKG interpretation and physiologic monitoring. If you like working with energetic enthusiastic individuals, you will enjoy your career with us! The Medical University of South Carolina is an Equal Opportunity Employer. MUSC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, age, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, family or parental status, or any other status protected by state laws and/or federal regulations. 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Requirements

Graduate from an approved school of radiologic technology and ARRT certified OR Graduate from an approved invasive cardiovascular technology program and RCIS certified.
BLS and ACLS certification required (must be obtained within 6 months of hire).
Participates in educational updates and maintains professional knowledge and skills related to areas of responsibility.
Available to fulfill “on-call” obligations-response less than 30 minutes as requested
Demonstrates clinical competence in basic cardiac physiology/pathology, 12-Lead EKG interpretation and physiologic monitoring.

Nice To Haves

Two years of clinical experience in diagnostic and/or interventional cardiac catheterization lab or interventional radiology preferred.

Responsibilities

Assists Cardiologist in the performance of invasive diagnostic and interventional cardiac procedures.
Maintains operational knowledge of CCL equipment according to manufacturer’s specifications.
Provides care for patients prior, during and after procedures.
Scrubs and assists Cardiologist as requested.
Responds to patient distress situations and assists with equipment quality control and inventory management.
Prepares sterile trays, instruments, supplies and equipment necessary for procedures, and maintains sterile field.
Maintains operational knowledge of Cath Lab fluoroscopy and hemodynamic monitoring equipment according to manufacturer’s specifications.
Provides all appropriate services to safely and efficiently complete patient procedures.
Maintains knowledge of cardiac concepts and clinical practices.
Responsible for patient safety in the CCL and must be able to recognize cardiac arrhythmias and respond according to emergency protocols, operate external cardiac pacemaker and defibrillator.
Intervenes with appropriate therapy in the event of cardiac emergencies.
Properly handles and processes images/data to include storage and transfer.
Follows radiation safety policies as outlined by the NRC and Hospital’s Radiation Safety Committee.
Maintains, troubleshoots, and operates fluoroscopy equipment to ensure operability and safety.
Calibrates equipment and performs routine preventive maintenance procedures.
Monitors and records patients' hemodynamic status during procedures and assists the cardiologist.
Acts as a patient educator.
Explains procedure and answers questions prior to the procedure.
Immobilizes patients as necessary and practices radiation safety procedures.
Selects and operates equipment as needed to perform required exams.
Demonstrates a commitment to patient, visitor, and staff by: complying with all applicable safety regulations; learning the impact of medical errors and methodology that will lead to the reduction of errors; reporting actual and potential errors, as well as hazardous conditions; identifying opportunities to standardize processes and "error proof" systems that will lead to increased safety; and participating in safety education programs and root cause analyses as required.
Provides outstanding service to all customers, fosters teamwork, and practices fiscal responsibility through improvement and innovation
Acts rapidly and effectively, manages self, patients, and other employees during any emergency situation.
Is knowledgeable of the location, care, and operation of the Cardiac Catheterization Lab equipment. This includes but is not limited to: imaging and hemodynamic monitoring systems, defibrillation equipment, crash carts and contents, and temporary pacemaker.
Maintains clean, organized unit and restocks supplies as necessary.
Provides a calm, reassuring atmosphere and communicates effectively with each patient’s family to reduce stress.
Participates in staff meetings and attends other meetings as assigned.
Maintains appropriate quality control/assessment programs (if applicable).
Participates in CCL orientation procedures.
Participates in the evaluation of in-service education programs.
Maintains departmental reports and records and collects statistical data for administrative and regulatory purposes.
Performs other duties as assigned to support the efficient operation of the cardiology department.