Invasive Cath Lab/IR Technologist Per Diem

St. Luke's University Health Network • Stroudsburg, PA

5d • Onsite

About The Position

St. Luke's is proud of the skills, experience and compassion of its employees. The employees of St. Luke's are our most valuable asset! Individually and together, our employees are dedicated to satisfying the mission of our organization which is an unwavering commitment to excellence as we care for the sick and injured; educate physicians, nurses and other health care providers; and improve access to care in the communities we serve, regardless of a patient's ability to pay for health care. The Cardiac Cath Tech is responsible for providing patient care pre, peri and post-invasive cardiac procedures under the direct supervision of a Cardiac Cath Lab RN. He/she must abide by the rules and regulations of St. Luke’s Hospital and Health Network and the regulations set forth by the National Radiation Commission pertaining to radiation safety. He/she is responsible for remaining current in practice and knowledgeable in invasive cardiology technology.

Requirements

• Registered Invasive Cardiovascular Technologist or Registered Radiology Technologist or Graduate of a program related to procedures performed in the Cardiac Cath Lab with successful completion of RCIS exam within 1 yr. of hire.
• ACLS within 1 yr. of hire date.
• BLS

Nice To Haves

• Previous Cath Lab experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Delivers professional care to patients under direct supervision of Cardiac Cath Lab RN.
• Participates in the performance of various diagnostic and therapeutic procedures in the Cardiac Cath Lab and other departments relating to procedures performed in the Cardiac Cath Lab.
• Provides accurate documentation of care provided in accordance with Hospital and Cardiac Cath Lab policies and procedures.
• Demonstrates the action of understanding of specific medications utilized in the Cardiac Cath Lab and comprehends indications for usage.
• Monitors hemodynamic status of patients and responds appropriately to fluctuation of parameters.
• Assumes on-call responsibilities as scheduled and provides voluntary additional hours as needed to complete procedures and provide patient care in the Cardiac Cath Lab.
• Demonstrates proficiency in maintaining hemostasis of access sites.
• Demonstrates proficiency in the operation of all equipment utilized in the Cardiac Cath Lab.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed