UnityPoint Health
Radiology Technologist-Cardiovascular
UnityPoint Health, Waterloo, Iowa, United States, 50702
Overview
Rad Tech – Cardiac Cath Lab
at UnityPoint Health – Allen. Shift: Full-time; 1st shift with on-call days. Benefits eligible. Sign-On Bonus: $7,500 paid over 2 years.
Responsibilities
As a member of the interdisciplinary Cardiac Cath Lab team, contributes professional Cardiovascular Technologist knowledge and skills in the provision and management of care to patients undergoing invasive cardiac procedures. The Cardiovascular Technologist will function in collaboration with the Registered Nurse team and under the direction of Physicians.
Assesses the needs of patients and families undergoing invasive cardiac procedures, providing appropriate teaching and making the necessary referrals to provide continuity of care.
Assists the physician with the development of an individual plan of care using a collaborative approach with the patient/family and health care team.
Promptly completes documentation to assure an accurate legal record of patient’s care.
Utilizes holistic approach (considering biopsychosocial, spiritual, educational, safety, and related criteria) appropriate to the age of the patients and families served in the assigned service area.
Utilizes critical thinking in making judgments and maintains responsibility and accountability for the knowledge of conditions of the patient.
Continues professional development and involvement in professional activities that enhance Cardiovascular Tech 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.
Qualifications
Graduate of an accredited radiologic science program recognized by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists.
One–two years of Radiology experience in the hospital environment preferred.
Holds Permit-to-Practice radiology in the state of Iowa.
Certified and holds current registration with the ARRT as a Radiologic Technologist.
Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification or obtained within 6 months of hire.
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 AORN sterile technique guidelines.
Ability to assist cardiologist with left and right heart diagnostic and interventional catheterization.
Ability to assist cardiologist with peripheral/carotid procedures.
Knowledge regarding proper use of temporary pacemaker and the ability to assist cardiologist with procedures.
Knowledge of post-processing technique to achieve high-quality images.
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, including but not limited to 3D mapping systems for cardiac ablations.
Ability to assist in implantable cardiac devices such as pacemakers and ICDs.
Advanced technical skills to operate high-risk equipment, including but not limited to Balloon Pump, AngioJet, Cardiohelp and Impella.
Ability to assist Interventional Radiologist with vascular and Neuro-Endovascular procedures.
Advanced technical skills to operate high-risk interventional equipment for Neuro-Endovascular procedures.
Knowledge in lab values specifically associated to each procedure.
Delivers high-quality care while adhering to policies, procedures, and standards of care under the direct supervision of the physician.
Demonstrates proficiency in the manual skills and techniques required to administer emergency medications in the Cath Lab under physician supervision.
Demonstrates duties in hemodynamic monitoring and recording for pre-, intra-, and post-procedure patient assessment and care.
Demonstrates knowledge of cardiovascular medications and anti-arrhythmic drugs, including dosing and side effects per ACLS guidelines.
Able to identify adverse events or unanticipated outcomes using critical thinking and notify medical staff appropriately.
Demonstrates and maintains proficiency in the use of equipment in the Cath Lab, including perfusion and interventional radiology equipment, EP systems, etc.
Maintains sterile fields and a clean procedure environment.
Knowledge and understanding of radiation safety and practice in Cath Lab settings.
Demonstrates patient and workplace safety as a priority, reporting concerns immediately.
Able to perform as secondary circulator, scrub tech, and monitor.
Must meet standby call requirements with a 20-minute response time from primary residence to hospital.
Job Details
Seniority level: Entry level
Employment type: Full-time
Job function: Health Care Provider
Industries: Hospitals and Health Care
Benefits
Sign-On Bonus: $7,500 paid over 2 years
Benefits include: paid time off, 401K matching, dental and health insurance, paid holidays, disability and more; pet insurance available; early access to earned wages with Daily Pay; tuition reimbursement and adoption assistance
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at UnityPoint Health – Allen. Shift: Full-time; 1st shift with on-call days. Benefits eligible. Sign-On Bonus: $7,500 paid over 2 years.
Responsibilities
As a member of the interdisciplinary Cardiac Cath Lab team, contributes professional Cardiovascular Technologist knowledge and skills in the provision and management of care to patients undergoing invasive cardiac procedures. The Cardiovascular Technologist will function in collaboration with the Registered Nurse team and under the direction of Physicians.
Assesses the needs of patients and families undergoing invasive cardiac procedures, providing appropriate teaching and making the necessary referrals to provide continuity of care.
Assists the physician with the development of an individual plan of care using a collaborative approach with the patient/family and health care team.
Promptly completes documentation to assure an accurate legal record of patient’s care.
Utilizes holistic approach (considering biopsychosocial, spiritual, educational, safety, and related criteria) appropriate to the age of the patients and families served in the assigned service area.
Utilizes critical thinking in making judgments and maintains responsibility and accountability for the knowledge of conditions of the patient.
Continues professional development and involvement in professional activities that enhance Cardiovascular Tech 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.
Qualifications
Graduate of an accredited radiologic science program recognized by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists.
One–two years of Radiology experience in the hospital environment preferred.
Holds Permit-to-Practice radiology in the state of Iowa.
Certified and holds current registration with the ARRT as a Radiologic Technologist.
Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification or obtained within 6 months of hire.
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 AORN sterile technique guidelines.
Ability to assist cardiologist with left and right heart diagnostic and interventional catheterization.
Ability to assist cardiologist with peripheral/carotid procedures.
Knowledge regarding proper use of temporary pacemaker and the ability to assist cardiologist with procedures.
Knowledge of post-processing technique to achieve high-quality images.
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, including but not limited to 3D mapping systems for cardiac ablations.
Ability to assist in implantable cardiac devices such as pacemakers and ICDs.
Advanced technical skills to operate high-risk equipment, including but not limited to Balloon Pump, AngioJet, Cardiohelp and Impella.
Ability to assist Interventional Radiologist with vascular and Neuro-Endovascular procedures.
Advanced technical skills to operate high-risk interventional equipment for Neuro-Endovascular procedures.
Knowledge in lab values specifically associated to each procedure.
Delivers high-quality care while adhering to policies, procedures, and standards of care under the direct supervision of the physician.
Demonstrates proficiency in the manual skills and techniques required to administer emergency medications in the Cath Lab under physician supervision.
Demonstrates duties in hemodynamic monitoring and recording for pre-, intra-, and post-procedure patient assessment and care.
Demonstrates knowledge of cardiovascular medications and anti-arrhythmic drugs, including dosing and side effects per ACLS guidelines.
Able to identify adverse events or unanticipated outcomes using critical thinking and notify medical staff appropriately.
Demonstrates and maintains proficiency in the use of equipment in the Cath Lab, including perfusion and interventional radiology equipment, EP systems, etc.
Maintains sterile fields and a clean procedure environment.
Knowledge and understanding of radiation safety and practice in Cath Lab settings.
Demonstrates patient and workplace safety as a priority, reporting concerns immediately.
Able to perform as secondary circulator, scrub tech, and monitor.
Must meet standby call requirements with a 20-minute response time from primary residence to hospital.
Job Details
Seniority level: Entry level
Employment type: Full-time
Job function: Health Care Provider
Industries: Hospitals and Health Care
Benefits
Sign-On Bonus: $7,500 paid over 2 years
Benefits include: paid time off, 401K matching, dental and health insurance, paid holidays, disability and more; pet insurance available; early access to earned wages with Daily Pay; tuition reimbursement and adoption assistance
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