Job Description

Greets patient and makes comfortable with department surroundings.

Prepare patient for catheterization procedure

Assess the patient's status on arrival and throughout the procedure by demonstrating knowledge of electrocardiographic, hemodynamic, and hematological data

Assist physician during procedure

Observes patient for any complications of catheterization procedure

Observes all fluid infusion and patency of catheters

Assists supervisor in accurately recording charges for procedures

Attends all hospital mandatory in-services

Demonstrates a willingness to maintain a harmonious working relationship with physicians, and other staff members

Assist physicians during cardiac, angiography and other related procedures

Apply ionizing radiation using proper techniques

Select and prepare appropriate supplies, contrast media and equipment for cardio, angiographic and other related procedures

Demonstrate documentation on patient care records and unit forms

Transports patients to department in a timely manner

Maintains unit supply and equipment inventories as indicated

Assists with patient positioning and lifting

Demonstrate necessary skills and knowledge to provide care for patients according to policy, procedure and division/unit specific competencies

Assists the primary physician to perform procedures in the Cardiac Cath Lab

Reviews patient history, prior films, and other data prior to procedure

Understands indications for procedure assists with equipment selection sets up and prepares equipment for cardiac catheterization scrubs as first assistant in Cardiac Catheterization procedures and in selected diagnostic procedures recognizes and implements immediate measures in emergency situations, complies with OSHA Regulatory Agencies and Hospital safety standards

Ensures post procedure data is complete accurate and documented according to Cath Lab and Hospital protocol

Verifies hemodynamic data reviews angiographic and hemodynamic data with operating physician records pertinent data on physician reports inputs completed data in database and ensure final reports are placed in patients medical records

Assists with equipment standardization to ensure cost effectiveness and positive patient outcomes

Evaluates new equipment, technology and devices makes recommendations based on evaluations and patient outcomes make recommendations for areas for equipment consolidation monitors for equipment failures and waste returns failed equipment and opened and or unused equipment to purchasing manager for vendor credit protects inventory resources

Keeps current on best practice standards new technological and research in cardiology and endovascular fields

Assists with development of protocols and protocols and procedures for use in the laboratory assists with orientation and education of Cath Lab staff

Provides for the delivery of patient care and demonstrates regard for the dignity and respect of all patients and family members as defined in the mission of our facility

Utilizes equipment and supplies in a safe and prudent manner

Maintains physiologic and hemodynamic monitoring equipment, informs the Catheterization Supervisor of any problems

Restocks and prepares rooms for next day's procedures in conjunction with other team members

Proficient in interpreting EKG and blood pressure tracings.(Hemodynamic monitoring)

Knowledge of Cath Lab imaging and monitoring equipment

Knowledge of EP equipment and procedures preferred

Training specific to the Cardiac Cath Lab

Select and prepare appropriate supplies, contrast media and equipment for cardio, angiographic and other related procedures

Demonstrates and practices proper radiation protection measures

Demonstrates knowledge of equipment and follows proper procedure protocols

Compiles test results on patient and forwards to physician

Documents appropriately in patients' medical record

Instructs patient of post-catheterization limitations and restrictions

Follows current trends and practices in the Cath Lab

Associate Degree in Radiological Technology

Requires reasoning, mathematical and language skills be performed at a level four or high school level

Available for emergency call-back after normal working hours

Able to adapt and vary work routine as needed and willing to cross train in related job areas

LSRT Required

ED, ICU, Cardiac nursing experience in a level III trauma center or higher preferred

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: ?20,000.00 - ?25,000.00 per month

Schedule:

• Rotational shift

Experience:

• total work: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: In person