Senior Cardiovascular Special Procedures Technologist

Banner Health•Mesa, AZ

4d•Onsite

About The Position

A rewarding career that fits your life. Those who have joined the Banner mission come from all walks of life, united by the common goal: Make health care easier, so life can be better. If changing health care for the better sounds like something you want to be part of, apply today. Banner Desert Medical Center, Mesa is looking for a Cardiovascular Special Procedure Technologist to join our Cath Lab team. We are known nationally as an innovative leader in new health care models and are on the cutting edge of medical advances. These positions will perform a variety of roles, including monitoring and procedure scrubbing, as well as assisting physicians and nursing. We offer a wide variety of cardiac procedures, including diagnostic, structural, and electrophysiology, just to name a few. We do see pediatric and adult patients. Shift Details: This position is eligible for flat $3hr weekend shift differential and $5hr call out pay. Full-Time: 4 10 hour shifts per week Day Shift: 7AM - 5:30PM Night, Holiday and Weekend Call; must be able to make call within 30 minutes Should you have any questions please contact Debbie Hoekstra at 970-810-6347 or [email protected]. Located on an 80-acre campus in Mesa, Arizona, Banner Desert Medical Center is one of Arizona's largest and most comprehensive hospitals and was recognized by U.S. News and World Report as one of Phoenix's Best Hospitals. We provide an abundance of exceptional opportunities with more than 700 licensed beds, including over 100 dedicated to children and 76 dedicated to our NICU. Areas of excellence include high-risk pregnancy and neonatal care, obstetrics and gynecology, pediatrics, cardiology, oncology and emergency medicine. With 33 operating rooms, we offer a full range of surgical specialties and advanced technology that includes the da Vinci Surgical System. Beckerâs Hospital Review named Banner Desert Medical Center as one of the top 50 busiest Emergency departments in the country. If you aim to deliver top-tier care to the most vulnerable patients, consider joining Banner Children's Hospital at Desert in Mesa, Arizona. Within our over 200 bed, state-of-the-art facility, specially trained nurses, physicians and other clinical professionals utilize the most advanced technology - including iCare ICU monitoring and robotic surgery - to provide high quality, child-friendly, family-centered care. Our facilities feature a 76-bed NICU, a 24-bed PICU, six pediatric ORs and a 22-bed ED. We also offer dedicated pediatric rehab, radiology, oncology and hematology capabilities. With clinical diversity, exceptional training programs and a supportive culture, this is a place where you can grow in your career as you help our very special patients. POSITION SUMMARY This position, under the direction of a qualified physician, assists in performing diagnostic and interventional cardiovascular procedures on patients. Must demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide optimal care reatment to patient population.

Requirements

Completion of a Cardiovascular Invasive program or equivalent experience.
Requires ARRT certification in Radiologic Technology (RT) as required by state law.
Licensure and/or certification(s) as required by state regulatory agency, if applicable.
Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certifications required.
Requires Post primary certifications with minimum of 5 yearsâ Cath Lab or Electrophysiology (EP) experience OR 7 years Cath Lab or EP experience with at least 3 years in a high acuity/structural heart or most complex interventions.
Demonstrated expertise in high acuity/structural heart or most complex interventions.
Proficient in various Cath Lab procedures and techniques.
The position requires the ability to maintain professional decorum in highly stressful emergent situations.
The position requires the ability to respond quickly to the needs of the health care staff and patient.

Nice To Haves

Bachelorâs degree preferred.
Additional related education and/or experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Under the direction of a physician, assists in performing all diagnostic and interventional cardiovascular procedures including all types of structural heart and hemodynamic support cases and/ or complex EP cases to includes case types such as advanced cardiac procedures such as TAVR, TMVR, Mitra Clip, Impella 5.0, Tandem, ECMO and pediatric specialty) to treat heart disease in accordance with departmental policies and procedures. Performs/reviews a baseline patient evaluation as defined by scope of practice and facility. Evaluates patientsâ response to diagnosis, interventional maneuvers and medications during procedures. In EP Specialty, demonstrates knowledge, ability and skill to support complex EP cases (e.g. epicardial AF and VT ablations, stereotaxis, bipolar, venous alcohol ablations, leadless pacemaker).
Operates all diagnostic and therapeutic equipment used for procedures in an efficient manner. Demonstrates the ability to troubleshoot and notifies appropriate personnel to maintain equipment performance in area of operation. Maintains a safe environment for patients, personnel, and visitors. Adheres to all safety policies.
Demonstrates expert level knowledge of procedures and techniques, i.e. knowledge of normal and abnormal ECG rhythms and/or lead changes, various hemodynamic values, normal and abnormal pressures, ST elevation/depression. Monitors and records ECG and pressure waves during the procedures. Provides other aspects of patient care as needed.
Demonstrates the principles of aseptic and sterile techniques as well as universal precautions throughout the procedure. Disposes of sharps and trash and places used supplies into case cart for processing. Prepares instruments for cleaning following each case.
Demonstrates clinical expertise, critical thinking and problem-solving skills. May participate in employee performance assessments when serving as a preceptor. Participates in staff development, orientation, education and evaluation of clinical competencies when serving as a mentor or preceptor as assigned.
Accountable for the ethical, legal and professional responsibilities related to the score of practice. This includes maintaining confidentiality of all work information.