Job description

REGISTERED CARDIOVASCULAR INVASIVE SPECIALIST JOB DESCRIPTION:

JOB SUMMARY:

Performs a wide range of technical skills, which are utilized during a variety of Cardiovascular,

Electrophysiology or Interventional Radiology procedures to provide an efficient, comfortable, and safe examination of all patients. The Technologist is proficient in all aspects of angiography, preparation, assessment, documentation and monitoring consistent with the policies, procedures and processes of the
Cardiovascular Services performed by the facility. Adheres to the guidelines and standards of professional practice associations. Actively participates in outstanding customer service and accepts responsibility in maintaining relationships that are equally respectful to all.

This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti- discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances

WORKING RELATIONSHIPS:

POSITION REPORTS TO: Clinical Director/ Medical Director

RELATIONSHIPS WITH OTHERS: Demonstrates cooperative work attitude toward and with employees, physicians, management, patients, families, visitors, contract service providers and vendors.
Consistently interacts in a manner that is friendly, supportive, courteous, respectful, cooperative and professional.

REQUIREMENTS OF THE POSITION:

LICENSES OR CERTIFICATIONS:

Associate degree in Cardiovascular Technology, Nursing, Radiologic Technology or Respiratory Therapy
Coronary intervention procedure experience (minimum 500 hours in dedicated cardiac interventional laboratories at a hospital with a Level II [on-site surgery] program.) (Per State Rule)
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)

EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND EXPERIENCE:

• Must possess and maintain one of the following:
• Current valid State of license as a REGISTERED CARDIOVASCULAR INVASIVE SPECIALIST

ELIGIBILITY: Must be able to provide proof of identity and their right to work in the United States.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE POSITION:

• Performs comprehensive assessment of patient’s clinical condition and psycho-social needs inclusive of caregiver needs during the perioperative period.
• Observes behavioral and physiologic changes due to medications; takes appropriate action and documents.
• Protects patient’s right to privacy.
• Communicates clearly and concisely, assessment and reassessment of the patient in charting and with notification of surgeon and/or anesthesiologist as necessary; collaborates with all other health-care personnel and physicians in the delivery of coordinated patient care.

• Provides patient with explanations and verbal reassurances as appropriate.
• Maintains clinical skill competencies appropriate to areas of specialty.
• Demonstrates knowledge of anesthetic drugs, actions, and side-effects.
• Communicates relevant information to appropriate members of the health care team.
• Consistently, accurately, and legibly completes documentation in timely manner.
• Prepares unit for subsequent patients.
• Attends all mandatory in-services and required staff meetings.
• Recognizes own limitations and seeks assistance and acquires sufficient information necessary to function effectively in assigned setting.
• Integrates cost-effective measures into practice.
• Participates in unit based CQI programs as assigned.
• Cross trains to minimum of two clinical areas.
• Performs other duties as may be appropriately required or assigned.

JOB COMPLEXITY, SKILLS, AND KNOWLEDGE:

LEVEL OF SUPERVISION Minimal, must be self-directed, able to work independently and able to manage others.

PROBLEM SOLVING AND JUDGEMENT Gathers, analyzes and evaluates facts, utilizing policies and procedures and past experience before making recommendations.

MANAGEMENT OF RESOURCES Utilizes equipment and supplies wisely.

COMPETENCY / SKILLS REVIEW Satisfactorily completes all mandatory competencies.

TEAMWORK

1. Communicates patient information to assure confidentiality and continuity of care

2. Interacts with professional staff, patients, families, visitors, fellow employees in a mature, responsible manner to ensure a positive and professional facility environment

3. Diffuses/resolves conflict by appropriately communicating with those involved.

ATTENDANCE: Excellent attendance required. Is willing to work extra hours as needed.

ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS

• Works in well-lighted and ventilated climate-controlled environment with complicated equipment, some equipment with moving mechanical parts. Occasional exposure to outdoor climate.
• May be exposed to patients who have communicable diseases. With proper techniques, this risk should be minimized.
• May have occasional exposure to blood borne and airborne disease pathogens. With proper techniques, this risk should be minimized.
• May be exposed to anesthesia gases/agents, fumes or airborne particles.
• Risk of radiation exposure with radiology equipment.
• May be exposed to toxic or caustic chemicals.
• Quiet to moderate noise levels. Must be able to hear alarms on equipment, patient call- alarms, patient calls, over-head pages and instructions from physicians or staff.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Requires extensive mobility: walking, standing, bending, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling.
• Ability to sit for long periods of time.
• Pushing, pulling, and lifting of equipment and/or patients.
• Requires mental alertness and accuracy for decision making.
• Requires ability to speak, hear, and to identify and distinguish colors.
• Use of hands to reach, grasp, use fine finger movement and feel fine sensation to discern temperature, texture, size and shape.
• Repetitive motion required for extensive use of computers.
• Good visual acuity.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $28.00 - $41.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Medical specialties:

• Cardiology
• Cath Lab

Schedule:

• Day shift

Ability to commute/relocate:

• New Port Richey, FL 34655: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

License/Certification:

• BLS Certification from AHA (Required)
• ACLS certification from AHA (Required)
• RCIS cert (Required)

Work Location: In person

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