Invasive Cardio Tech III | Full Time Days | With Call | Germantown

Methodist Le Bonheur Healthcare • Germantown, TN

6d • Onsite

About The Position

If you are looking to make an impact on a meaningful scale, come join us as we embrace the Power of One! We strive to be an employer of choice and establish a reputation for being a talent rich organization where Associates can grow their career caring for others. For over a century, we’ve served the health care needs of the people of Memphis and the Mid-South. Under direct supervision, performs work as part of a multi-disciplinary team to perform procedures on patients undergoing cardiac diagnostic, Cardiac interventional or Electrophysiology procedures. Provides technical support in the diagnosis and treatment of heart and vascular disease. Models appropriate behavior as exemplified in MLH Mission, Vision and Values. Working at MLH means carrying the mission forward of caring for our community and impacting the lives of patients in every way through compassion, a deliberate focus on service expectations and a consistent thriving for excellence. A Brief Overview Under direct supervision, performs work as part of a multi-disciplinary team to perform procedures on patients undergoing cardiac diagnostic, Cardiac interventional or Electrophysiology procedures. Provides technical support in the diagnosis and treatment of heart and vascular disease. Models appropriate behavior as exemplified in MLH Mission, Vision and Values.

Requirements

• Technical Degree or Diploma Respiratory Therapy
• Technical Degree or Diploma Cardiovascular Technology
• Technical Degree or Diploma Surgical Technology
• 1-3 years Cath Lab
• Minimum of two years of Cath Lab or Electrophysiology work experience
• Proficient in basic and advanced cardiac life support (ACLS) or pediatric advanced life support (PALS) if working with children.
• Applies comprehensive technical knowledge and leadership in clinical practice; demonstrates competency in complex patient procedures that require additional skill and training.
• Demonstrates the ability to guide, teach, and mentor other techs and serve in a charge capacity.
• Knowledge of use and troubleshooting of complex technical equipment and instrumentation.
• Effectively communicates with co-workers, physicians and other members of the healthcare team.
• Ability to work without close supervision and to exercise independent judgment.
• Ability to organize multiple tasks and projects and maintain control of workflow.
• BASIC LIFE SUPPORT - American Heart Association
• Certified Surgical First Assistant - National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting
• Certified Surgical Technologist - National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting
• Registered Respiratory Therapist - Arkansas - Arkansas State Medical Board
• Registered Respiratory Therapist - Mississippi - Mississippi State Department of Health
• Registered Respiratory Therapist - Tennessee - Tennessee Board of Respiratory Care
• Registered Cardiac Electrophysiology Specialist - Cardiovascular Credentialing International
• Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist - Cardiovascular Credentialing International
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support - American Heart Association
• Certified Respiratory Care Therapist - Tennessee - Tennessee Board of Respiratory Care
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support - American Heart Association

Responsibilities

• Under direct supervision, assists physician/surgeon during cardiovascular diagnostic, cardiovascular interventional or electrophysiology procedures.
• Must be available for on-call if required in designated area and respond within the designated time frame for emergency procedures.
• Performs a variety of testing to assist with diagnosis and treatment.
• Documents care delivered in the patient’s medical record in accordance with policy and procedure for the department.
• Provides day-to-day direction and guidance to cath lab technologists in assigned area.
• Responsible for monitoring and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements, quality standards, compliance activities, and policies and procedures.
• Provides support in the preparation, care, maintenance, and availability of cath lab or electrophysiology supplies and equipment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees