Cardiovascular Technologist Cath Lab-

Jupiter Medical Center•Lexington, MA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Jupiter Medical Center is seeking a Cardiovascular Technologist for its Cath Lab. This role involves performing all duties with proficiency in clinical and technical expertise, incorporating a positive attitude, team building, and leadership skills in providing patient care. The technologist will be responsible for documentation, hemodynamic monitoring, pre/post procedural care, sheath removal, circulating during procedures, assisting physicians, operating intra-aortic balloon pumps, and maintaining equipment. The position also requires functioning as a clinical and technical resource, participating in ongoing education, assisting with imaging interpretation, and cooperating with the Biomedical Department. Effective leadership skills and support for departmental goals are essential. The role also emphasizes teamwork competencies such as establishing relationships, peer support, inspiring and motivating others, demonstrating emotional intelligence, acting with integrity, being a champion for change and innovation, communicating effectively, and promoting diversity and inclusion.

Requirements

Graduate of a certificate or degree granting program or post-secondary educational program in a health science (includes but not limited to, cardiovascular technology, ultrasound, radiologic technology, respiratory therapy, nursing or paramedic/EMT).
18 months experience in licensed/degree field unless candidate is a graduate of a Cardiovascular Technologist (CVT) or Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist (RCIS) program.
American Heart Association BLS/ACLS for Heath Care Provider.
Successfully passing grade on the EKG competency exam.
Must demonstrate strong basic knowledge of technical equipment in area of specialty, function as a clinical and technical resource to Cath lab personnel and demonstrate effective leadership skills while interacting with Cath lab personnel.
Ability to maintain effective working relationships and communication levels with employees, supervisors, physicians, administration, and the general public.
Performs independently within scope of practice.
Demonstrates Unit Competencies on a yearly basis.
Must be flexible and adaptable in a fast-paced work environment.
Annual Joint Commission mandatory education requirements, in-service and health requirements including attendance at new employee orientation.
TB/PPD Surveillance Program.
Maintenance of required professional licensing and/or certification(s).

Nice To Haves

1 year of Cath lab experience preferred.
RCIS preferred.

Responsibilities

Performs all duties with proficiencies in areas of clinical and technical expertise.
Incorporates positive attitude, team building and leadership skills in providing patient care.
Provides complete documentation and hemodynamic monitoring of patients during procedures.
Meets pre/post procedural care of the patient including patient education.
Successfully removes arterial and venous sheaths.
Circulates in room during all catheterization/EP procedures and anticipates physicians needs and assists during catheterization/EP procedures to include scrub assistant, preparation of specialized interventional and diagnostic equipment.
Under physician direction, performs x-ray contrast injections, stabilizes guide wires, catheters and devices during diagnostic and interventional procedures.
Sets up, prepares, and operates and troubleshoots intra aortic balloon pumps.
Demonstrates a strong knowledge base of technical equipment in area of specialty and communicates inventory needs to Director.
Reviews, updates, and participates in inservice related to new equipment and technology and maintains a positive interaction with medical device vendors.
Functions as a clinical and technical resource for cath lab personnel and demonstrates clinical and technical expertise.
Maintains level of expertise through an ongoing educational process and shares knowledge obtained with cath lab personnel.
Assists physicians in the interpretation of special and complex invasive imaging (ie. IVUS/coronary doppler).
Performs minor maintenance and quality assurance of equipment and devices in the laboratory.
Cooperates with Biomedical Dept. upkeep and quality assurance of radiographic, hemodynamic and other equipment.
Demonstrates effective leadership skills while interacting with cath lab personnel.
Supports departmental goals by facilitating change and providing feedback or constructive criticism to cath lab management.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
Establishes effective networks, working relationships, and alliances in order to collaborate effectively within department and organization.
Provides guidance and feedback to help others strengthen knowledge/skills needed to accomplish tasks, solve problems, and perform effectively within the team.
Fosters commitment and cohesiveness by facilitating cooperation and working as a team within the organization toward goal accomplishments.
Works well with others, builds consensus, and ensures cooperation to complete tasks and positive workflow.
Exercises self-leadership, self-awareness, and self-regulation; manages emotions so that they are expressed appropriately; leads others by showcasing adaptability, empathy, and social skills.
Interacts with others in a way that is seen as direct and truthful; ensures confidence in individual and organizational motives and representations.
Acts in a way that is consistent with personal and organizational values by keeping confidence, promises, and commitments.
Clearly states goals and beliefs; informs people of their true intentions, does what they say they will do; follows through on commitments.
Supports people in their efforts to try new things.
Thinks creatively, generates novel and valuable ideas and uses these ideas to develop new or improved processes.
Accepts new ways of doing things and adapts to change.
Speaks and writes clearly, conveys information in a concise, organized, and logical manner.
Is adept at tailoring the message to fit the interests and needs of the audience.
Listens attentively and exercises tact, discretion, and diplomacy when interacting with members of the department and organization.
Treats all people with dignity and respect.
Demonstrates an open-minded approach to understanding people regardless of their gender, age, race, national origin, religion, ethnicity, disability status, or other characteristics.
Challenges bias and intolerance.
Develops all-inclusive groups in the realms of social interaction and communication.
Shows respect for the beliefs of others; encourages and promotes practices that support cultural diversity; discourages behaviors or practices that may be perceived as unfair, biased, or critical toward people with certain backgrounds.
Assumes call responsibility and other related duties as assigned.