Radiology Tech - Cleveland, United States - University Hospitals

Description

Job Description

The Cardiac Cath Lab Tech position within the University Hospitals' Child Cardiac Cath Lab offers the opportunity to be part of a team at one of the nation's top Children's Hospitals, recognized by U.S. News & World Report for more than 30 years. Joining a veteran team of experienced professionals, you'll collaborate closely to provide world-class interdisciplinary care. This role allows you to contribute to providing the best possible treatment to even the smallest of patients.

A comprehensive benefit package awaits you when you join UH, including but not limited to:

• Competitive hourly rate with an additional $4.25 per hour premium
• Paid Time Off
• Complimentary parking
• Medical/Dental/Vision
• Tuition reimbursement available after 6 months

The Cath Lab Tech is responsible to the Department Assistant Nurse Manager/Director and its clients for performing a variety of duties in cardiac catheterization and electrophysiology to assist the cardiologist and electrophysiologist and the "quality" of radiological work in the EP or cardiac catheterization laboratory."

What you will do

• The staff must demonstrate the ability to assess patients' status and identify each patient's requirements relative to their age specific needs.
• The Radiologic technologist assists in the acquisition of patient history and entering into Hemodynamic system and/or EMR.
• Prepping patient and attaching leads, Defibrillator Pads, BP cuff and setting up the sterile field.
• Assisting the Physician at the table maintaining sterile procedure. Responsible for availability of supplies and equipment keeping in mind fiscal responsibility.
• Responsible for all duties related to Radiation Safety and Protection.

Education Qualifications

Other Accredited Program Radiologic Technology Program or Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist Program required.

Experience Qualifications

• Experience with pacemaker insertions preferred and
• Experience in the Scrub position preferred
• Experience in Special Procedures, Interventional Radiology, Cardiac Catheterization Lab or Electrophysiology Lab also preferred
• Advance EKG recognition course experience within 1st year of hire required.

Skills & Abilities

• Demonstrating proficiency in arrhythmia recognition. (Preferred)
• Strong communication, problem-solving and interpersonal skills. (Required)
• Team player. (Required)
• Basic computer skills and experience with Hemodynamic Monitoring. (Required)
• Use of a variety of equipment, including power injectors and various computers. (Required)
• Knowledge of all radiation safety QA. (Required)
• Knowledge of proper sterile procedure technique and infection control. (Required)

Licenses and Certifications

• Registered Technologist Radiation Therapy (ARRT-T) (Required)
• Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) (Required) and
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) within 1 Year (Required)
• CCI equivalent. (Required) and
• Licensed in the State of Ohio (Required) and
• Certification of completion in a cardiovascular review course Preferred

Physical Demands
Standing Frequently
Walking Frequently
Sitting Rarely
Lifting Frequently 50 lbs
Carrying Frequently 50 lbs
Pushing Frequently 50 lbs
Pulling Frequently 50 lbs
Climbing Occasionally 50 lbs
Balancing Occasionally
Stooping Frequently
Kneeling Frequently
Crouching Frequently
Crawling Occasionally
Reaching Frequently
Handling Frequently
Grasping Frequently
Feeling Constantly
Talking Constantly
Hearing Constantly
Repetitive Motions Constantly
Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination Constantly