Vascular Tech (VT Tech) – Cardiovascular Lab – St. Elizabeth Youngstown Hospital

Bon Secours Mercy Health • Youngstown, OH

23d • Onsite

About The Position

The Cath Lab Technologist will assist the Licensed Practitioner (physician) in the completion of fluoroscopic and specialized interventional Cardiac, Vascular and Electrophysiology procedures while using sterile technique. They assist our physicians by scrubbing in for procedures, preparing and handling diagnostic and interventional procedural equipment, and documenting activities related to radiation exposure in accordance with federal and state laws, regulations or facility policy.

Requirements

• Certification and Registration with ARRT (American Registry of Radiologic Technologists) (required). or Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI)
• BLS Basic Life Support – American Heart Association (preferred upon hire, must obtain from approved source prior to direct patient care) (required)
• Associate's from an ARRT (American Registry of Radiologic Technologists) accredited institute (preferred)

Nice To Haves

• ACLS-Advanced Cardiac Life Support- American Heart Association (preferred)
• Certification in Cardiovascular-Interventional Radiography R.T.(R)(CV)(ARRT) (preferred)
• Vascular-Interventional Radiology R.T.(R)(VI)(ARRT) (preferred)
• State Licensure (preferred, unless required by the state where the job is being performed)
• 1 year experience in radiology with surgery experience in use of CR (preferred)
• EPIC Electronic Health Record (EHR) (preferred)
• Picture archiving communication system (PACS) (preferred)

Responsibilities

• Performs high quality diagnostic vascular laboratory examinations using fluoroscopy equipment to evaluate the cardiovascular, peripheral arterial, and peripheral venous systems and adheres to exam protocols except when deviation is clinically necessary
• Prepares patients for procedures, including explaining the procedure and providing instructions in order to obtain the desired results, gain cooperation, and minimize patient anxiety.
• Contacts referring physician (or other appropriate medical personnel) for clarification prior to performing an exam if there is a suspicion that the exam order is incorrect.
• Utilizes the hospital electronic medical record to review patient information, enter preliminary reporting, and document any critical findings in accordance with department policy.
• Completes assigned tasks in a time frame appropriate for the situation.
• Demonstrates behaviors consistent with the Mission and Values of Bon Secours Mercy Health and adheres to the standards and policies set forth by the Corporate responsibility program, including the duty to comply with applicable laws and regulations, and reporting to Manager (or Corporate Responsibility line) any suspected unethical, fraudulent, or unlawful acts of practice.
• Adheres to all standards and policies regarding safety initiatives, infection control policies, and protecting patient confidentiality.
• Demonstrate ability to perform invasive cardiac, vascular, and electrophysiology exams at the level of proficiency.
• Demonstrate knowledge of vascular anatomy, exam procedures, interpretation criteria, and correlation of vascular lab exam results with other hospital procedures.

Benefits

• Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)
• Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HAS/FSA options, life insurance, mental health resources and discounts
• Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, backup care for children and elders
• Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: Associate degree