Invasive Cardiac Technologist

UPMC•Pittsburgh, PA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

UPMC Presbyterian is seeking a full-time Invasive Cardiac Technologist to join our highly skilled Heart Catheterization team. This role is crucial for performing and assisting with advanced cardiovascular procedures in the largest Cath Lab in the UPMC system, where you will encounter unique and complex cases. You will play a direct role in saving lives every day.

Requirements

Graduate of an ARRT approved school of Radiologic Technology (RT-R) or Invasive Cardiovascular Specialist (RCIS).
ARRT Certificate OR Registered Cardiac Electrophysiology Specialist OR Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist required.
CPR certification is required.
Successful completion of ACLS certification required within orientation period.
New graduates have 1 year to obtain their board certification.
ARRT Cardiovascular-Interventional Radiology OR ARRT Certificate OR Registered Cardiac Electrophysiology Specialist OR Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist Echocardiograph and Ultrasound
Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
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Nice To Haves

ACLS certification is desired upon hire.

Responsibilities

Ensures all images within his/her area of responsibility are properly coded and tracked through the PACS, and are properly networked to appropriate electronic record for archival and interpretation, and all charges are adequately entered for the procedures performed.
Maintains continuing education and competency requirements for position
Reviews patient history and assesses physician orders, applying specific departmental protocols for optimal results in the acquisition of data.
Documents patient history in electronic record as required
Maintains point of care testing standards, including daily quality control, for devices used for procedures
Demonstrates the ability to communicate instructions to patients in a clear and concise manner and explain procedures to help allay the patient's fears and solicit their cooperation
Demonstrate proper positioning and appropriate radiographic techniques for all diagnostic and interventional procedures.
Exhibits a clear understanding of correct patient preparation, equipment operations and patient monitoring systems
Demonstrates competency in functioning in the first assist position
Fosters an environment that supports aseptic technique during procedures and patient safety with the incorporation of a time-out process
Administers contrast under the direction of the procedure physician
Provides stand by call coverage, as scheduled, in accordance with system-wide stand by call procedure/policy
Practices with attentiveness to radiation safety for the patient as well as others in the procedure room including appropriate use of lead shielding and monitoring devices.
Assures documentation of patient radiation exposure in electronic record.