Cardiovascular Technologist - Cath Lab

Job Description

Description

PeaceHealth is seeking a Cardiovascular Technologist - Cath Lab for a Part Time, 0.875 FTE, Day position.  Hourly compensation starts at $38.17, more depending on experience.

Must be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 including 2 doses of a 2-dose series or 1 dose of a 1-dose series plus 14 days beyond the final dose prior to start date.

JOB SUMMARY

Uses a variety of specialized equipment in assisting the physician in the performance of all invasive procedures resulting in the diagnosis and treatment of cardiac and peripheral vascular disease.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

1. Assists physician in performing invasive procedures. Performs related radiographic/fluoroscopic imaging techniques to demonstrate catheter location, position, and document findings.
2. Scrubs in for handling guide wires, catheter, administering contrast injections, and flushing catheters.
3. Performs pre-procedural patient care activities.
4. Monitors and records patient’s condition and procedures’ progress. Retrieves and reviews patient data.
5. Prepares and maintains sterile field.
6. Operates and maintains clinical equipment.
7. Performs other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION:

• Graduate from an accredited Cardiovascular Secondary Education Program or Graduate from an approved Radiology Technology Program or a combination of education and experience that provides the incumbent with the requisite knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the job and obtain required certification, licensure and registration.

EXPERIENCE/TRAINING:

• Two years clinical experience in Cardiac Cath Lab required or equivalent.
• Prefer previous experience working in a hospital setting.

LICENSE/CERTIFICATION:

• Certification/Registration/Licensure as required by the State for a radiologic technologist.
• Current BLS (Basic Life Support) certification required at date of hire.
• Current ALCS certification must be obtained within a standard grace period from hire or transfer, as specified in the PeaceHealth Policy Resuscitation Training Completion Requirements, or upon hire.Current ARRT or RCIS and if an ARRT must have either RCIS or ARRT – CC must be obtained within 1 year from date of hire. Current ARRT or RCIS and if an ARRT must have either RCIS or ARRT – CC must be obtained within 1 year from date of hire.
• Current ARRT or RCIS and if an ARRT must have either RCIS or ARRT – CC must be obtained within 1 year from date of hire.

OTHER SKILLS:

• Demonstrated knowledge of and ability to apply age specific principles of growth and development and life stages to meet each patient’s needs
• Proficient computer and keyboarding skills required
• Complete understanding of vascular and related organ anatomy
• Ability to interact within a variable environment, good team dynamics
• Ability to multi-task and self-lead problem solving skills
• Ability to demonstrate precision and flexibility

SJMC PHYSICAL & COGNITIVE REQUIREMENTS:

• Work requires active physical exertion up to 33% of the time.
• Ability to lift objects weighing 80 lbs. or less.
• Work requires frequent exposure to skin or lung irritants; extreme cold or heat; sharp instruments such as kitchen knives, scalpels, etc.; or dangerous equipment; reasonably anticipated exposure to blood and body fluids once per day or more.
• Job duties frequently require intense concentration and attention to detail (34-65% of work time).

This position is represented by a collective bargaining agreement. There may be more than one opening on this posting.

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