Special Procedures/Cardiac Cath Specialist I

UNC Health•Goldsboro, NC

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Performs cardiac technical, diagnostic, therapeutic, and patient-care tasks for patients with cardiac disease using radiological sciences. Work includes radiographic imaging; equipment manipulation; use of an intra-aortic balloon pump; hemodynamic monitoring and recording; patient preparation and post-procedure care; procedure-room setup and cleaning; and quality monitoring. The role may also include lead-worker duties, such as training staff and assigning work. This is a per-diem, onsite position in the Special Procedures unit at Wayne UNC Health Care. The work schedule is a day job, with 10 standard hours per week.

Requirements

Graduation from a program accredited by the Committee on Allied Health and Accreditation, a special procedures program, an accredited school of professional nursing, or completion of training in cardiac catheterization.
Complete an EKG/Arrhythmia course within three months of hire.
At least one year of professional experience.
Demonstrated knowledge of Radiology Special Procedures equipment, examinations, protocols, and supplies.
Ability to work independently and organize work to prevent backlogs or undue delays in patient flow.
Ability to demonstrate leadership qualities, including maturity, job knowledge, professionalism, and communication skills.
Ability to assume responsibility for department functions when onsite supervision is absent.
Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English.
Proficiency with MS Office and Epic, and ability to learn new software rapidly.

Nice To Haves

American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT), Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist (RCIS), or Cardiovascular Technician (CVT) certification is highly recommended; certification is required within six months of hire.
Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification within six months of hire.

Responsibilities

Assist physicians in obtaining digital radiographic images of the heart, peripheral vessels, and other required structures; operate radiographic equipment and select acquisition parameters to produce quality images.
Practice radiation safety by using appropriate distance and protective attire.
Apply knowledge of procedures and techniques to meet patient needs; anticipate patient and physician needs, alert physicians to changes in patient condition, and contribute to the care plan.
Demonstrate technical knowledge of hemodynamics, diagnostic, interventional, and peripheral procedures, including related devices and protocols.
Perform daily room quality checks and report variances; prepare rooms and equipment for daily use and each procedure; maintain adequate stock and manage in-room supplies and inventory.
Store patient-care products in accordance with JCAHO regulations.
Document patient-record data in the EMR for charge entry and image archiving; verify data entered in systems and check patient charges for accuracy.
Document complications and variances for continuous quality improvement.
Deliver pre-, intra-, and post-procedure patient care, including documentation and data entry.
Prepare the scrub table and patient while maintaining sterile technique; prepare lines and devices for injectable fluids; inject drugs under direct physician supervision and insert IVs.
Operate, inspect, troubleshoot, and perform routine maintenance on cardiac catheterization laboratory equipment and devices; initiate maintenance or service for damaged or malfunctioning equipment.
May train and educate staff and assign work to other specialists or staff.
Operate, monitor, record, evaluate, and maintain patient information; prioritize tasks to support efficient patient care and manage case volumes and patient-care issues.
Ensure the quality and accuracy of laboratory data, report variances to physicians, confirm that variances are addressed, and correct inaccurate recorded data.