Cath Lab Tech/Paramedic-Cardiac Cath Lab-Methodist

UnityPoint Health • Des Moines, IA

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About The Position

The Cardiovascular Technologist in conjunction with other team members, and under the direct supervision of the Interventional cardiologist, provides direct specialized care to patients in the Cardiac Cath Lab. This position operates specialized equipment for use in diagnostic tests and therapeutic interventions performed in the Cath Lab. Successful performance contributes to a holistic approach to the delivery of services, quality patient/family care, and a high level of satisfaction from patients and families.

Requirements

• Graduate of accredited Cardiovascular Technology program or Paramedic program.
• Two years of pre-hospital experience as a Paramedic (Hospital based experience is preferred), or prior Cath lab experience or training as a CVT.
• Be a graduate from an approved invasive Cardiovascular program and be registered or scheduled to take the registry within 1 year of hire.
• Current licensure in good standing to practice as a Paramedic Specialist or CVT.
• Must possess and maintain current Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification or obtain certification within three (3) months from date of hire.
• Valid driver’s license when driving any vehicle for work-related reasons.
• Writes, reads, comprehends and speaks fluent English.
• Multicultural sensitivity.
• Microsoft Office – basic computer skills.
• Customer/patient focused.
• Critical thinking skills using independent judgment in making decisions.

Responsibilities

• Position requires on-call. Must be able to arrive within 30 minutes of call-in when on a call shift.
• Must own a telecom device capable of receiving call-in pages.

Benefits

• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• 401K matching
• Employee recognition program
• Dental and health insurance
• Paid holidays
• Short and long-term disability
• Pet insurance
• Early access to earned wages with Daily Pay
• Tuition reimbursement
• Adoption assistance

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: Associate degree