Cardiovascular Technologist - Albany, GA, United States - Phoebe Putney Health System

Description

Phoebe Putney Health System is seeking a Cardiovascular Technologist for a job in Albany, Georgia.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Cardiovascular Technologist
• Discipline: Allied Health Professional
• Duration: Ongoing
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours, days
• Employment Type: Staff

Description

JOB SUMMARY

• The cardiovascular technologist acts as a clinical / technical support
  team member. They are competent in cardiac invasive procedural skill sets such
  as , surgical scrub, hemodynamic monitoring and clinical data computation and
  acquisition. The cardiovascular technologist provides on call coverage as
  assigned and as rotations require. They are competent in cardiac imaging PACS
  acquisition and data management. The CVT is required to functionally perform
  duties in Cath Lab, EP lab and Interventional Vascular Lab as needed on a daily
  basis.
  

• Adheres to the hospital and departmental attendance and punctuality guidelines
  
• Performs all job responsibilities in alignment with the core values, mission and vision of the organization
  
• Performs other duties as required and completes all job functions as per departmental policies and procedures
  
• Maintains current knowledge in present areas of responsibility (i.e., self education, attends ongoing educational programs)
  
• Attends staff meetings and completes mandatory in-services and requirements and competency evaluations on time.
  
• Demonstrates competency at all levels in providing care to all patients based on age, sex, weight, and demonstrated needs. For non-clinical areas, has attended training and demonstrates usage of age- specific customer service skills.
  

• General environment: Works in a well-lighted, air-conditioned area, with moderate noise levels.
  
• May be exposed to high noise levels and bright lights.
  
• May be exposed to limited hazardous substances or body fluids, or infectious organisms.
  
• May be required to change from one task to another of different nature without loss of efficiency or composure.
  
• Periods of high stress and fluctuating workloads may occur.
  
• May be scheduled as needed including overtime
  

• 2 year / Associate Degree in Accredited Cardiovascular Program or certification as a Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist (RCIS) or Registered Cardiac Electrophysiology Specialist (RCES) OR
  
• 2 year / Associate Degree in Radiology Technology Program with ARRT
  

• 1+ years Cardiovascular Technology or Cardiac Electrophysiology experience preferred
  

• Required
  Certifications/Licensures: Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), Basic Life
  Support (BLS), Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist (RCIS) obtained
  within one year of hire, Registered Cardiac Electrophysiology Specialist (RCES)
  obtained within one year of hire, or Radiology Tech (ARRT)
  

• Organizational Skills
  
• Communication Skills
  
• Interpersonal Skills
  
• Customer
  Relations
  
• Mathematical
  
• Analytical
  
• Grammar / Spelling
  
• Read / Comprehend Written
  Instructions
  
• Follow Verbal Instructions
  
• Basic Computer Skills
  
• General Clerical
  Skills
  

• Have near normal vision - Clarity of vision (both near and far), ability to distinguish colors
  
• Have good - manual dexterity and eye-hand-foot coordination
  
• Ability to perform - repetitive tasks/motion
  

• Standing - Frequently within shift (34-66%)
  
• Walking - Frequently within shift (34-66%)
  
• Sitting - Occasionally within shift (1-33%)
  
• Climbing - Occasionally within shift (1-33%)
  
• Bending/Stooping - Occasionally within shift (1-33%)
  
• Twist at waist - Occasionally within shift (1-33%)
  
• Pushing/Pulling - Occasionally within shift (1-33%)
  
• Lift/carry > 20 lbs with assistance - Occasionally within shift (1-33%)
  
• Reaching above shoulder - Occasionally within shift (1-33%)
  

Phoebe Health Job ID #29715. Posted job title: cardiovascular tech - ep lab *sign on bonus*

About Phoebe Putney Health System

Phoebe Putney Health System is southwest Georgia's preferred career choice for professionals who want to improve the community's health by joining a respected, cutting-edge team. We offer you the opportunity to collaborate with the best colleagues in a friendly, close-knit setting that feels like family. Your career at Phoebe will allow you to apply learned skills, explore new paths and advance into greater opportunities.

Benefits

• Life insurance
• 403b retirement plan
• Medical benefits
• Health savings account
• Employee assistance programs
• Health Care FSA
• Dental benefits