Invasive Cardiac Technologist I

Advocate Health and Hospitals Corporation•Oconomowoc, WI

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The Invasive Cardiac Technologist I operates monitoring, recording, and related equipment during cardiac procedures. This role involves collecting and preparing data for physicians, managing reusable equipment for sterilization, and monitoring patient electrocardiograms for cardiac dysrhythmias. The technologist must be prepared to operate defibrillators, perform cardiopulmonary resuscitation, and provide assistance in emergency situations. Responsibilities also include pre and post-procedure activities related to equipment and patient care, initial equipment troubleshooting, and performing calibration, cleaning, and quality assurance measures. The role requires identifying cardiovascular and peripheral vascular anatomy for documentation, obtaining and documenting clinical data, and preparing/operating imaging, angiographic, interventional, and storage systems. Patient positioning and selection of exposure factors for radiographic procedures are also key duties. The technologist will support physicians and staff during procedures, scrub to assist with diagnostic, interventional, and surgical procedures, and perform bloom operations. A critical aspect of this role is demonstrating knowledge and skills to provide age-appropriate care, understanding growth and development across the lifespan, and assessing patient status based on age-specific needs.

Requirements

Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification issued by the American Heart Association (AHA) needs to be obtained within 6 months unless department leader has determined it is not required
Advanced Cardiac Life Support certification (ACLS) issued by the American Heart Association (AHA) needs to be obtained within 6 months unless department leader has determined it is not required.
Associate's Degree in Cardiovascular Technology or related field.
No experience required.
Completion of an approved basic ECG interpretation course within three months of hire.
Demonstrated ability to quickly change priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Excellent communication skills to work effectively with physicians, patients and other staff members.
Basic computer skills.
Must be able to sit, stand, walk, lift, squat, bend, twist, and reach above shoulders frequently throughout the workday.
Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. from floor to waist.
Must be able to lift up to 20 lbs. over the head.
Must be able to carry up to 40 lbs. a reasonable distance.
Must be able to push/pull with 30 lbs. of force.
Must be able to perform a sliding transfer of 150 lbs. with a second person present.
Position requires use of foot pedals on carts or machines.
May be exposed to mechanical, electrical, chemical, and radiation hazards as well as blood and body fluids; therefore, personal protective equipment must be worn as necessary.
Operates all equipment necessary to perform the job.

Responsibilities

Operates all monitoring, recording and related equipment used during procedures.
Collects and prepares pertinent data for use by physician/staff.
Prepares, delivers, and picks up reusable items for re-sterilization.
Monitors patient electrocardiogram for cardiac dysrhythmias.
Operates the defibrillator and performs cardiopulmonary resuscitation when required.
Provides assistance in emergency situations.
Assists in pre and post procedure activities related to equipment and patient care.
Performs initial troubleshooting on equipment.
Performs calibration, cleaning and quality assurance measures on equipment.
Identifies cardiovascular and peripheral vascular anatomy for documentation purposes.
Obtains and documents clinical data during procedures in procedure log.
Prepares and operates imaging, angiographic, interventional and storage systems.
Positions patient and selects exposure factors for all radiographic procedures performed in the department.
Supports physician and staff during procedures.
Scrubs to assist physician with diagnostic, interventional and surgical procedures with knowledge of equipment and equipment options.
Performs bloom operation (i.e., overdrive pacing).
Must be able to demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served.
Must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his/her age-specific needs, and to provide the care needed as described in the department's policies and procedures.

Benefits

Compensation Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training
Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job
Incentive pay for select positions
Opportunity for annual increases based on performance
Paid Time Off programs
Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
Educational Assistance Program