Interventional Labs Tech I

Confluence Health•Wenatchee, WA

8h•Onsite

About The Position

Performs diagnostic and interventional examinations of the heart, blood vessels, and other body areas under the direction of a licensed physician. Works across the Cardiac Cath, Electrophysiology, and Interventional Radiology labs. Uses fluoroscopy equipment, Epic EMR, and the MERGE hemodynamic system, and performs patient care, procedural, equipment, documentation, and supply-related duties in accordance with department standards and protocols. Must be available for equitable on-call shifts after normal operating hours and be able to reach the hospital premises within 30 minutes of notification of a procedure.

Requirements

Cath, IR, or EP experience.
Basic computer skills, including Windows navigation, mouse usage, accurate keyboarding, email communication, and password management.
Active Washington State Rad Tech or Cardiovascular Tech license.
Current ACLS/BLS certification.
At least one of the following certifications within 24 months of hire: RCIS or ARRT (CI or VI).
Demonstrate Standards of Behavior and adhere to the Code of Conduct in all aspects of job performance.

Responsibilities

Use fluoroscopy equipment, Epic EMR, and the MERGE hemodynamic system within the labs.
Accept patients and assess their condition to determine proper handling and special requirements.
Assess patient condition to support optimal patient care and notify the physician if intervention is needed.
Orient patients to the lab environment, equipment, and procedure to be performed.
Assist in emergency situations under the direction of the physician.
Apply knowledge of anatomy, physiology, and disease processes to position patients for imaging that provides maximum diagnostic information.
Maintain fluoroscopy equipment, contrast injector, and other equipment in proper working condition; report malfunctions and needed repairs to the Manager.
Verify information and exams performed using Epic and PACS.
Update exam descriptions to reflect exams actually performed.
Check inventory as able and notify the Inventory Control Specialist of items that need to be ordered.
Charge all medical and surgical supplies used during procedures and restock as needed.
Perform responsibilities and duties required by the Cath, IR, and EP labs.
Set up required equipment according to standards.
Prepare and scrub for procedures in all labs using sterile technique.
Record hemodynamic readings according to standards for each procedure.
Be available for equitable on-call shifts after normal operating hours and be on hospital premises within 30 minutes of notification of a procedure.
Follow Confluence Health standards, protocols, and procedures related to the department and keep skills current.
Perform other related duties as required.
Demonstrate Standards of Behavior and adhere to the Code of Conduct in all aspects of job performance.