Invasive Cardiovascular Technologist in Training

Intermountain Health • Saint Joseph, MO

1d • Onsite

About The Position

As an Invasive Cardiovascular Technologist in Training at Intermountain Health, you will play a vital role in supporting our clinical team, ensuring our patients receive the best care. At Intermountain, you will be part of a team that values career advancement, innovation and collaboration, where your skills are valued, and your contributions make a lasting impact. During completion of training, the CV Invasive Specialist performs duties necessary for cardiac catheterization procedures at a technical and professional level requiring proctoring and supervision of technical detail. Performs a variety of technical procedures that require supervised judgment. Assumes responsibility and initiative for designated areas and procedures as required under the direction of assigned mentor. Follows Society of Invasive Cardiovascular Professionals Scope of Practice. An RN will be present to supervise the care of patients during moderate sedation.

Requirements

• Current applicable license or certification in state of practice.
• Basic Life Support Certification (BLS) for healthcare providers.
• ACLS required prior to working on-call.
• Demonstrated relevant clinical experience, which may include work as an LPN, Respiratory Therapist, EKG, tech, or Radiology Tech.

Nice To Haves

• Patient Assessment and Monitoring
• Cardiopulmonary Pathophysiology
• Procedural Assistance
• Patient Education
• Equipment Operation and Troubleshooting
• Critical Thinking
• Taking Initiative
• Problem-solving
• Health Language Fluency
• Communication and Collaboration

Responsibilities

• Participate in procedure room preparation and post procedure turn around, and inventory control.
• Develop patient assessment and monitoring skills to inform the physician of deviations from normal criteria throughout the procedure.
• Develop a knowledge base of cardiopulmonary pathophysiology, pharmacology, anatomic anomalies, and specific treatment options.
• Develop specific knowledge of invasive, diagnostic and interventional supplies, appropriate indications and applications, and proper use and deployment techniques.
• Develop an understanding of and begin to provide procedural assistance as a circulating tech, scrub tech, or monitoring tech, according to cath lab policies and procedures and Scope of Practice documents.
• Develop an understanding of the principles of x-ray generation, safety, and the operation of imaging equipment.
• Make hemodynamic recordings, calculations, and interpretations.
• Provide patient education and emotional support for both patient and family members as needed.
• Provide thorough and accurate documentation of each procedure and associated events.
• Develop skills in operating, calibrating and troubleshooting all equipment in the Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package that covers a wide range of programs to foster a sustainable culture of wellness that encompasses living healthy, happy, secure, connected, and engaged.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed