Invasive Specialist (Tech) I

Baptist Health • Alabaster, AL

5d

About The Position

Performs diagnostic imaging and related procedures to demonstrate anatomy for interpretation and/or intervention during cardiovascular procedures. The position supports diagnostic and interventional care through patient assessment and education, imaging, physiological and hemodynamic monitoring, and assistance to physicians during cardiovascular procedures. The role also includes equipment and inventory management, accurate documentation, maintaining procedural workflow and patient-care standards, and compliance with applicable policies and regulations. Work may include evenings, weekends, holidays, and scheduled call, and may be required at any Orlando Health facility.

Requirements

• Possess one of the following qualifications: cardiovascular technologist (CVT), registered respiratory therapist (RRT), certified respiratory therapist (CRT), registered radiologic technologist (R.T.(R)), or paramedic (NREMT-P).
• Maintain current BLS and ACLS certifications; PALS may be required depending on unit-specific needs.
• CVT: Hold RCIS or RCES certification. Newly hired CVT graduates must pass the RCIS or RCES certification within six months of employment with Orlando Health; failure to pass RCIS results in removal from the Invasive Specialist Tech position.
• RRT: Be registered by the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) and licensed in the state of employment.
• CRT: Be certified by the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) and licensed in the state of employment.
• R.T.(R): Complete an accredited radiography program, hold ARRT certification, and be licensed in the state of employment.
• Paramedic: Complete an accredited paramedic education program, hold NREMT-P certification, and obtain RCIS within 18 months of hire; failure to pass RCIS results in removal from the Invasive Specialist Tech I position.

Responsibilities

• Work under the supervision of a preceptor and/or charge person during the orientation period.
• Deliver appropriate care, recognize patient conditions, and ensure successful completion of procedures and protocols.
• Assess patients’ physical conditions and age-specific needs.
• Educate patients about procedures and ensure their needs, safety, and comfort are met.
• Obtain patients’ clinical histories and accurately document them; verify records for completeness and accuracy; archive and amend demographic information in the appropriate storage media.
• Position patients, equipment, and associated devices, and adjust technical factors to produce high-quality images for interpretation.
• Assess processed image media for technical quality and patient identification, ensuring all relevant anatomy is demonstrated.
• Apply radiation-protection principles when applicable to minimize exposure to patients, staff, and others.
• Provide physiological and hemodynamic monitoring during diagnostic and interventional procedures.
• Assist physicians as a scrub assistant during cardiovascular procedures and demonstrate aseptic technique.
• Assess actual and potential vessel hemostasis after procedures.
• Locate, use, and troubleshoot complex technical equipment and instruments; serve as a resource for equipment operation and training.
• Communicate with staff, visitors, and coworkers using customer-service skills.
• Maintain adequate inventories of supplies, equipment, resources, tools, and forms; use supplies efficiently.
• Maintain workflow and prioritize patient care to meet established case-turnover standards.
• Maintain high standards of patient care, documentation, and professionalism, along with reasonably regular and punctual attendance and compliance with Orlando Health policies and procedures.
• Demonstrate awareness of legal issues, patient rights, and regulatory and accrediting standards.
• Maintain productivity during downtime and report equipment problems to BioMed and/or the equipment company, notifying a supervisor as appropriate.
• Use good judgment and decision-making, and seek supervisory input when needed.
• Use department computer systems effectively and accurately.
• Assist in developing and implementing essential policies and procedures; stay current on procedural changes and equipment updates.
• Keep work areas and equipment clean, stocked, and organized.
• Work evenings, weekends, holidays, and scheduled call; work at any Orlando Health facility as required.
• Perform other duties as necessary to ensure customer satisfaction.
• Manage reportable occurrences, submit appropriate forms to Risk Management, and implement established procedures for BSI.
• Participate in ensuring departmental compliance with OSHA, JCAHO, and FDA regulations.
• Maintain licensure through professional development and continuing education.

What This Job Offers

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