Cath Lab Technologist
Company: UnityPoint Health
Location: Sioux City
Posted on: May 2, 2024
Job Description:
OverviewUnityPoint-St Luke's HospitalFull-Time Days7am - 3:30pm
plus call $5,000.00 Sign on bonus to Qualified
Applicants!PARAMEDICS....CARDIOVASCULAR
TECHS.....RADIOGRAPHERS....MEET THE REQUIREMENTS FOR THIS POSITION!
As a member of the interdisciplinary Cardiac Cath Lab team,
contributes professional knowledge and skills in the provision and
management of care to patients undergoing invasive cardiac
procedures. The Technologist will function within his/her scope of
practice in collaboration with the Registered Nurse and under the
direction of Physicians. The Technologist promotes and restores
patients' cardiovascular health by collaborating with physicians
and the multidisciplinary team while providing physical and
psychological support in a holistic manner to patients and their
families. Performs various roles in the Cath Lab setting including,
but not limited to: primary assistant to the Cardiologist at the
sterile table, secondary circulating and monitoring. Will be on
call for off-shifts and weekends. Must meet requirements for
standby call which includes a 30-minute response time from
activation/call to hospital. Why UnityPoint Health?
Culture - At UnityPoint Health, you
matter. Come for a fulfilling career and experience guided by
uncompromising values and unwavering belief in doing what's right
for the people we serve.Benefits - Our competitive program offers
benefits options like 401K match, paid time off and education
assistance that align with your needs and priorities, no matter
what life stage you're in.Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
Commitment - We're committed to ensuring you have a voice that is
heard regardless of role, race, gender, religion, or sexual
orientation.Development - We believe equipping you with support and
is an essential part of delivering a remarkable employment
experience.Community Involvement - Be an essential part of our core
purpose-to improve the health of the people and communities we
serve. Hear more from our team members about why UnityPoint Health
is a great place to work at . #Sioux123ResponsibilitiesClinical
Excellence/Patient CareLeadership:
Delegates care activities and
monitors care given by appropriate care team members in accordance
with patient needs, and the team member's professional capabilities
and qualifications.Assists in creating a positive work environment
by mentoring of staff/students and working with team members to
develop and facilitate initiatives to strive for positive outcomes
in quality and care of patients.Complies with all policies and
procedures, and guides team members with compliance.Reliable
attendance is an expectation of the team member role, as well as a
leader in the unit. Professional Growth:
Assumes responsibility for continued
growth in areas of competencies, lifelong learning and must
participate on unit and hospital quality of care projects.
Specialty certifications and continuing education are strongly
encouraged (RCIS, RCES). Supports use of Evidenced Based Practice
and incorporates best practices into daily care
routine.Participates in mandatory education and unit meetings per
established guidelines.Compiles with all safety goals, infection
prevention and risk management policies and procedures. Completes
annual mandatory education. Communication:
Communicates utilizing the FOCUS
Values in all aspects of care and interactions with
others.Effectively communicates with all team members, physicians,
ancillary staff and all customers. Verbal communication is clear
and concise, and written communication is legible and done using
approved abbreviations.Provides patients/families with teaching
throughout hospital stay for procedures and treatments while in the
hospital, and to be prepared to care for home care needs. Referrals
are done with appropriate disciplines to assure all patient/family
needs are met. Collaboration:
Practice indicates compliance with
HIPAA, DNV, OSHA and all other regulatory agencies.Demonstrates the
ability to be flexible in meeting needs of the unit as a team
member.Works effectively with multidisciplinary team assessing
needs of the patient/family, establishing goals for the
patient/family, and assists in development of quality improvements
that may cross over from department to department.Delivery of Care:
Delivers high quality care and
demonstrates knowledge and clinical skills of the specialty
required on assigned unit in accordance with established policies
and procedures.Assists with ambulation of patients and uses assist
devices as appropriate to protect patient and staff
member.Documentation reflects complete information and accurate
legal record of patient's care.Follows compliance requirements for
federally funded programs (e.g. Medicare and Medicaid) regarding
fraud, waste and abuse. Compliance concerns are brought to the
immediate attention of management or the Compliance Officer.Ability
to assist cardiologist with left and right heart diagnostic and
interventional catheterization. Ability to assist cardiologist with
peripheral/ carotid procedure. Knowledge regarding proper use of
temporary pacemaker and the ability to assist cardiologist with
procedure. Demonstrates critical care skills to patients with
higher acuity (ED, ICU, or OR.)Expertise related to basic
electrophysiology including diagnostic and interventional
procedures.Advance computer skills and technical skills required to
operate EP specialty equipment, specifically but not limited to 3D
mapping system for cardiac ablations.Ability to assist in
implantable cardiac device such as pacemakers and implantable
cardioverter-defibrillators.Advance technical skills required to
operate high risk equipment, specifically but not limited to
Balloon Pump, Penumbra, EKOS and Impella, EP equipment including
but not limited to 3D mapping systems, stimulation systems.
Knowledge in lab values specifically associated to each
procedure.Delivers high quality care while demonstrating knowledge
and clinical skills of the specialty required in the Cath Lab in
accordance with established policies, procedures and standards of
care under the direct supervision of the physician.Demonstrates and
maintains proficiency in the manual skills and techniques required
in the administration of cardiovascular and emergency medications
used in the Cath Lab including under the direct supervision of the
physician.Demonstrates duties in hemodynamic monitoring and
recording for pre, intra and post procedure patient assessment and
patient care.Demonstrates and maintains proficiency in the manual
skills and techniques required to prepare and maintain sterile
fields and to maintain a clean procedure environment. Demonstrates
knowledge and understanding of radiation safety and practice
including, but not limited to the following: Use of advanced
imaging systems used in the Cath Lab setting. Use of radiation
protection devices and exposure levels for both the associate and
patient.Demonstrates knowledge that patient and workplace safety is
a priority by preventing errors, accidents and infections and
reporting potential or actual concerns immediately.Able to perform
the role of secondary circulator, scrub tech, monitor and primary
circulatory (if within scope of practice).Must meet requirements
for standby call which includes a 30-minute response time from
activation to hospital. Other Functions:
Unit specific additional functions
will be addressed in the competency checklist specific to the
assigned unit. Additional certifications and requirements are unit
based.Other duties and responsibilities as directed by the Manager
or Organization.Development & Patient Education
Continues professional development
and involvement in professional activities that enhance practice by
sharing knowledge through networking and research.Assess and
chooses teaching strategies appropriate to the patient's and their
families' age specific needs, culture, gender, readiness to learn
and level of comprehension.Consults appropriate resources within
the hospital to provide specialized education.Demonstrates
knowledge that patient and workplace safety is a priority by
preventing errors, accidents and infections and reporting potential
or actual concerns immediately.Basic UPH Performance Criteria
Demonstrates the UnityPoint Health
Values and Standards of Behaviors as well as adheres to policies
and procedures and safety guidelines.Demonstrates ability to meet
business needs of department with regular, reliable
attendance.Employee maintains current licenses and/or
certifications required for the position.Practices and reflects
knowledge of HIPAA, JCAHO, DNV, OSHA and other federal/state
regulatory agencies guiding healthcare.Completes all annual
education and competency requirements within the calendar year.Is
knowledgeable of hospital and department compliance requirements
for federally funded healthcare programs (e.g. Medicare and
Medicaid) regarding fraud, waste and abuse. Brings any questions or
concerns regarding compliance to the immediate attention of
hospital administrative staff. Takes appropriate action on concerns
reported by department staff related to compliance.Qualifications
Minimum RequirementsIdentify items that are minimally required to
perform the essential functions of this position.Preferred or
SpecializedNot required to perform the essential functions of the
position.Education: Graduate of accredited program in one of the
following:Cardiovascular Tech (CVT)Radiology Tech / Rad Tech
(RT/ARRT)Paramedic Science (EMT-P)Bachelor's Degree preferred
Preferred EMT-P CCPExperience: 1 year of Critical Care experience
in ICU or the Emergency Department preferred.Prefer one (1) year of
hospital clinical experience or demonstrated clinical efficiency in
Critical Care.License(s)/Certification(s): CVT: Current licensure
in good standing to practice as a Cardiovascular Technologist (CVT)
in Iowa.ORRT: Must be ARRT certified and have current permit issued
by the Iowa Department of Public Health.ORParamedic: Licensure in
good standing in the state of Iowa as a Paramedic.ANDMust possess
and maintain current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
Advanced Life Support (ACLS) certification within 30 days of hire.
Completion of one hour of stroke education prior to the end of
orientation and annually.Valid driver's license when driving any
vehicle for work-related reasons.Registered Cardiovascular Invasive
Specialist (RCIS) through CCI or Cardiac Interventional (CI) or
Vascular Interventional (VI) through ARRT preferred. Knowledge in
sterile technique and ability to demonstrate The Association of
Peri-Operative Registered Nurses (AORN) sterile technique
guidelines.Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: Writes, reads, comprehends
and speaks fluent English.Multicultural sensitivity.Microsoft
Office - basic computer skills.Customer/patient focused. Critical
thinking skills using independent judgment in making decisions.
Other: Use of usual and customary equipment used to perform
essential functions of the position. Work may occasionally require
travel to other UPH facilities. May drive a UPH vehicle, rental or
own vehicle.
- Area of Interest: Medical Imaging and Radiology -
Non-Nursing;
- FTE/Hours per pay period: 1.0;
- Department: Cardiac Cath Lab- SLRMC;
- Shift: Full Time Days, Call;
- Job ID: 147358;
Keywords: UnityPoint Health, Sioux City , Cath Lab Technologist, Healthcare , Sioux City, Iowa
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