- Performance of Technical Practice
- Responsible for the operation, monitoring, and calibration of the hemodynamic recorder system including pressure gauges, transducers, electrocardiography, apex cardiograph, phonocardiograph and associated equipment employed during electrophysiology laboratory procedures.
- Responsible for the operation of the computer during procedures, inputs patient data.
- Responsible for managing all electrophysiology laboratory imaging.
- If additional training has been provided, performs as the scrub assistant to the cardiologists.
- Cleans and sets up the laboratory before each procedure.
- Prepares reusable soiled instruments for return to Central Supply.
- Disposes of non-reusable soiled instruments properly.
- Assures that emergency equipment is present and functional.
- Assumes primary responsibility for obtaining and maintaining supplies and inventory in a cost-effective manner.
- Patient Care
- Provides instruction/direction to patients and families
- Prepares surgical site and drapes patient
- Coordinates emergency procedures when necessary
- Assists with arterial and venous sheath removal.
- Performs clerical duties related to patient testing
- Assists in the delivery of patients to the lab and the return of patients to their rooms.
- Assists with PI activities as directed
- Communication
- Provides clear, concise, organized written and oral communication to management and team members.
- Interacts effectively with physicians, patients, management and team members.
- Written documentation is neat, timely and legible.
- Serves as a liaison and positive role model to other departments.
- Image and Conduct
- Displays a courteous, professional image, at all times.
- Presents a neat, clean, professional appearance.
- Attends staff meetings and/or reads minutes.
- Uses chain of command correctly
- Serves as a positive role model
- Adherence to Hospital/Departmental Policies.
- Follows Independence Health System policies, including but not limited to: Mandatory education, Scheduling and Attendance, Safety, Infection Control.
- Completes assignments during scheduled shift
- Protects patient's rights and confidentiality
- Performs other related functions as assigned.
- Other duties as assigned.
- Completion of a (JRCERT) accredited Radiologic Technology Program or Completion of an accredited school of cardiovascular technology
- High School Diploma, GED or higher level of education.
- One-year experience cardiac catherization, electrophysiology lab and/or radiology lab as a technologist.
- Strong leadership ability, good organizational skills, independent and critical thinking skills, sound judgment.
- Strong ability to communicate complex and/or controversial topics and concepts to a wide and diverse audience.
- Medical Terminology
- Basic Math and Keyboard Proficiency
- Basic working knowledge of computers and office equipment
- No preferred qualifications.
- Current Basic Life Support (BLS) approved curriculum of the American Heart Association (CPR and AED) program.
- Current ACLS or completion within six (6) months of hire/transfer into department
- Current Registry with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) or CVT certification. Registry eligible at time of hire. Registry eligible hires must complete registry certification within 18 months.
- Act 33 with renewal
- Act 34 with renewal
- Act 73 FBI Clearance.
- This position has no direct supervisory responsibilities, but does serve as a coach and mentor for other positions in the department.
- Incumbent will be scheduled based on operational need (rotate shifts, standby, on-call, etc.).
- Travel may be expected locally between Independence Health System locations.
- Independence Health System is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of Independence Health System to prohibit discrimination of any type and to afford equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, non-job related disability, veteran status, or genetic information, or any other protected class. Independence Health System will conform to the spirit as well as the letter of all applicable laws and regulations.
- Ability to perform the Essential Functions listed on the Physical Conditions and ability to perform the Essential Functions on the Working Condition chart below.
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Description
Job Summary
The Cardiovascular Technologist performs a wide variety of technical functions including, but not limited to, recording physiological data, assistance with monitoring, scrub assistant to the cardiologist, equipment maintenance, quality control and inventory maintenance in the Electrophysiology Lab.
Essential Job Functions
Effective March 2020 or during pandemic: goggles, face shield and mask are required according to CDC guidelines
When lift requirement is in excess of 50#, lift assistance (2 person) and/or transfer device is required.
Essential - Absolute Necessity.
Marginal - Minimal Necessity.
Constantly - 5.5 to 8 hours or more or 200 reps/shift.
Frequently - 2.5 to 5.5 hours or more or reps/shift.
Occasionally to 2.5 hours or 2-32 reps/shift.
Rarely - Less than 0.25 hours or less than 2 reps/shift.
Physical Condition
Essential
Marginal
Constantly
Frequently
Occasionally
Rarely
Never
Extreme Heat
Extreme Cold
Heights
Confined Spaces
Extreme Noise(>85dB)
Mechanical Hazards
Use of Vibrating Tools
Operates Vehicle (company)
Operates Heavy Equipment
Use of Lifting/Transfer Devices
Rotates All Shifts
8 Hours Shifts
10-12 Hours Shifts
On-Call
Overtime(+8/hrs/shift; 40/hr/wk)
Travel Between Sites
Direct Patient Care
Respirator Protective Equipment
Eye Protection
Head Protection (hard hat)
Hearing Protection
Hand Protection
Feet, Toe Protection
Body Protection
Latex Exposure
Solvent Exposure
Paint (direct use) Exposure
Dust (sanding) Exposure
Ethylene Oxide Exposure
Cytotoxic (Chemo) Exposure
Blood/Body Fluid Exposure
Chemicals (direct use) Exposure
Mist Exposure
Wax Stripper (direct use)
Non-Ionizing Radiation Exposure
Ionizing Radiation Exposure
Laser Exposure
Physical Demands
When lift requirement is in excess of 50#, lift assistance (2 person) and/or transfer device is required.
Essential - Absolute Necessity.
Marginal - Minimal Necessity.
Constantly - 5.5 to 8 hours or more or 200 reps/shift.
Frequently - 2.5 to 5.5 hours or more or reps/shift.
Occasionally to 2.5 hours or 2-32 reps/shift.
Rarely - Less than 0.25 hours or less than 2 reps/shift.
Physical Condition
Essential
Marginal
Constantly
Frequently
Occasionally
Rarely
Never
Bending (Stooping)
Sitting
Walking
Climbing Stairs
Climbing Ladders
Standing
Kneeling
Squatting (Crouching)
Twisting/Turning
Keyboard/Computer Operation
Gross Grasp
Fine Finger Manipulation
Hand/Arm Coordination
Pushing/Pulling(lbs. of force)
Carry
Transfer/Push/Pull Patients
Seeing Near w/Acuity
Feeling (Sensation)
Color Vision
Hearing Clearly
Pulling/Pushing Objects Overhead
Reaching Above Shoulder Level
Reaching Forward
Lifting Floor to Knuckle
###
Lifting Seat Pan to Knuckle
###
Lifting Knuckle to Shoulder
###
Lifting Shoulder to Overhead
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When lift requirement is in excess of 50#, lift assistance (2 person) and/or transfer device is required.
