- assist cardiologists during cardiac catheterization procedures, which involve threading catheters through blood vessels to diagnose and treat various heart/cardiovascular conditions
- ensure that all necessary equipment, including catheters, monitors, and imaging devices, are properly set up and functioning before each procedure
- help prepare patients for procedures by explaining the process, answering questions, and ensuring they are comfortable and properly positioned on the procedure table
- during procedures, monitor patients' vital signs, electrocardiograms (EKGs), and hemodynamic data to ensure their safety and provide real-time information to the medical team
- may scrub in and assist the physician directly during the procedure, handling catheters, guidewires, and other equipment as needed
- accurately document all aspects of the procedure, including patient information, medications administered, and any complications that arise
- help transfer patients to recovery areas after the procedure, monitor their condition and provide any necessary post-procedure instructions or assistance
- participate in quality assurance, quality improvement initiatives and training new staff to ensure that procedures are performed safely and effectively
- track the par level of all instruments and supplies, and provide support for both invasive and noninvasive cardiac procedures in all capacities for the cardia cath lab
- other duties and responsibilities maybe assigned depending on department need
- American Registry of Radiologic Technologists – Registered (ARRT-R) and license as required by State or Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist (RCIS) required
- Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) accredited by the American Heart Association (AHA) required upon hire and maintain current
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS); required within 30 days of hire
- proficient computer skills
- Previous experience in a Cardiovascular Lab
- Cardiovascular technologist training program with emphasis in invasive cardiology and hemodynamic monitoring
- Health, dental, and vision insurance options, eligible the 1st of the month following or coinciding with 2 months of service
- Accrued paid vacation and sick time
- Bereavement leave, FMLA and other leave options
- 7 paid holidays
- Employer 401K Match
- Secondary insurance options (MERP program)
- Confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP) if needed
- Tuition reimbursement options after 1 year
- Life, disability, and other insurance options
- Many other amazing benefits
Cardiac Catheterization Technologist - Kansas City, United States - Prime Healthcare
Description
We are seeking a Cardiac Catheterization Technologist internally referred to as our Cath Lab/IR Technologist (Certified) who will operate under the oversight of a physician (either a Cardiologist or Radiologist). The role involves assisting in procedures by scrubbing or monitoring physiological and hemodynamic data relevant to diagnostic and/or therapeutic procedures conducted in the cardiovascular lab at Providence Medical Center (Kansas City, KS), a member of Prime Healthcare. Shift's Available: Days (9 hour days)Employment Type: Full TimeHours: 7:30am – 5:00pm ** If you possess an ARRT certification or are a licensed Registered Nurse (RN), we're prepared to provide training to suitable candidates for this role. Additionally, X-ray Techs with ARRT certification are also encouraged to apply. No experience needed, entry-level ** Essential Duties and Responsibilities (includes, but not limited to):About Prime Healthcare:
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