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CV Invasive Spec Tech- Cardiac Cath Lab
Health First, Cocoa Beach, Florida, United States, 32931
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Health First . Position Summary: The Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist (CVIS) Tech utilizes technical skills to deliver direct and indirect patient care in compliance with regulatory and department processes during a variety of Cardiovascular, Electrophysiology, Interventional Radiology, or Neuro Interventional procedures to provide an efficient, comfortable, and safe examination of all patients. The CVIS Tech is proficient in all aspects of diagnostic and interventional procedures, preparation, assessment, documentation and monitoring consistent with policies, procedures and processes. The CVIS Tech is responsible for achieving system and department goals, and quality and fiscal targets. Note: This role may include eligibility for a $15,000 hire-on bonus and relocation assistance.
Primary Accountabilities
Proficiently performs diagnostic procedures in at least one of the Heart and Vascular Laboratory areas: interventional coronary, electrophysiology, interventional radiology, and/or interventional neurology.
Performs all aspects of monitoring, recording, scrubbing, holding room responsibilities, and/or stimming with professionalism and expertise.
Identifies and prepares patient using aseptic technique as dictated by the procedure ordered. Exhibits awareness of hazards which may endanger patients. Ensures adherence to and enforces radiation safety standards.
Demonstrates thorough knowledge of anatomy and physiology and uses this knowledge to enhance hemodynamic and angiographic techniques as observed by the attending physician.
Recognizes and communicates electrocardiographic/hemodynamic changes to the physician and appropriate staff during the procedure. Identifies potential emergencies and implements preventative measures as directed by the physician.
Moves, lifts, or assists patients to the procedure table and provides privacy during the procedure.
Produces accurate and complete procedural documentation for each patient based on the scope and complexity of the intervention and patient conditions. Maintains authenticity and security of the record, and follows prescribed processes for amending documents. Ensures all supplies and medications are properly documented for patient charges using the hospital’s inventory systems.
Takes call as rotated/assigned and responds in hospital per policy.
Facilitates timely patient throughput.
Participates in inventory and supply management.
Annually meets all required department-specific competencies.
Minimum Qualifications
Education: Any one of the following: Cardiopulmonary Technology OR Respiratory Therapy (RRT), OR Radiological Technology (RT), OR EMS-P, OR Certified Surgical Technology, OR Cardiovascular Tech/Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist, OR Completion of an On-The-Job-Training Tech program
Licensure: Any one of the following prior to start date and maintained:
For Radiology Technologists: General Radiographer Licensure in the State of Florida.
For Respiratory Therapists: Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT).
Certification: American Heart Association BLS Healthcare Provider; ACLS within 90 days of start date and maintained.
For Certified Surgical Technologists: CST. For Paramedic graduates: EMT-P prior to start date and maintained. For Radiology Technologists: ARRT (R).
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
Ability to take call within 5 minutes and present to facility within 30 minutes of alert.
Knowledge of ECG training and arrhythmia interpretation.
Knowledge of cardiovascular and vascular anatomy and Hemodynamic Monitoring.
Proficient in Microsoft Office – Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint.
Excellent communication skills in an active team environment.
Ability to assess and interpret data and clearly communicate with patients/family/physicians.
Ability to monitor blood pressure, ECG, and Pulse Oximetry using clinical equipment.
Preferred Qualifications
Certification: VI (Vascular Intervention Radiology) OR RCIS OR RCES OR CI (Cardiac Interventional Radiology).
Physical Requirements
Physically agile; may require walking, standing, running, bending, stooping, kneeling, climbing or crouching frequently.
Medium work with lifting or moving objects up to 50 pounds occasionally, with or without assistance.
May require moving in various positions and environments, including tight and confined spaces; may involve reaching overhead.
May lift/assist patients or equipment up to 90% of shift; may be exposed to varied temperatures and environments.
May require travel to various facilities; may require use of personal vehicle.
Benefits and About Health First About Health First: Health First values diversity and inclusion and strives to build a culture that respects diverse voices. This section reflects our commitment to a collaborative work environment and better results.
Schedule: Full-Time
Job Details
Seniority level: Entry level
Employment type: Full-time
Job function: Health Care Provider
Industries: Hospitals and Health Care
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Join to apply for the
CV Invasive Spec Tech- Cardiac Cath Lab
role at
Health First . Position Summary: The Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist (CVIS) Tech utilizes technical skills to deliver direct and indirect patient care in compliance with regulatory and department processes during a variety of Cardiovascular, Electrophysiology, Interventional Radiology, or Neuro Interventional procedures to provide an efficient, comfortable, and safe examination of all patients. The CVIS Tech is proficient in all aspects of diagnostic and interventional procedures, preparation, assessment, documentation and monitoring consistent with policies, procedures and processes. The CVIS Tech is responsible for achieving system and department goals, and quality and fiscal targets. Note: This role may include eligibility for a $15,000 hire-on bonus and relocation assistance.
Primary Accountabilities
Proficiently performs diagnostic procedures in at least one of the Heart and Vascular Laboratory areas: interventional coronary, electrophysiology, interventional radiology, and/or interventional neurology.
Performs all aspects of monitoring, recording, scrubbing, holding room responsibilities, and/or stimming with professionalism and expertise.
Identifies and prepares patient using aseptic technique as dictated by the procedure ordered. Exhibits awareness of hazards which may endanger patients. Ensures adherence to and enforces radiation safety standards.
Demonstrates thorough knowledge of anatomy and physiology and uses this knowledge to enhance hemodynamic and angiographic techniques as observed by the attending physician.
Recognizes and communicates electrocardiographic/hemodynamic changes to the physician and appropriate staff during the procedure. Identifies potential emergencies and implements preventative measures as directed by the physician.
Moves, lifts, or assists patients to the procedure table and provides privacy during the procedure.
Produces accurate and complete procedural documentation for each patient based on the scope and complexity of the intervention and patient conditions. Maintains authenticity and security of the record, and follows prescribed processes for amending documents. Ensures all supplies and medications are properly documented for patient charges using the hospital’s inventory systems.
Takes call as rotated/assigned and responds in hospital per policy.
Facilitates timely patient throughput.
Participates in inventory and supply management.
Annually meets all required department-specific competencies.
Minimum Qualifications
Education: Any one of the following: Cardiopulmonary Technology OR Respiratory Therapy (RRT), OR Radiological Technology (RT), OR EMS-P, OR Certified Surgical Technology, OR Cardiovascular Tech/Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist, OR Completion of an On-The-Job-Training Tech program
Licensure: Any one of the following prior to start date and maintained:
For Radiology Technologists: General Radiographer Licensure in the State of Florida.
For Respiratory Therapists: Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT).
Certification: American Heart Association BLS Healthcare Provider; ACLS within 90 days of start date and maintained.
For Certified Surgical Technologists: CST. For Paramedic graduates: EMT-P prior to start date and maintained. For Radiology Technologists: ARRT (R).
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
Ability to take call within 5 minutes and present to facility within 30 minutes of alert.
Knowledge of ECG training and arrhythmia interpretation.
Knowledge of cardiovascular and vascular anatomy and Hemodynamic Monitoring.
Proficient in Microsoft Office – Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint.
Excellent communication skills in an active team environment.
Ability to assess and interpret data and clearly communicate with patients/family/physicians.
Ability to monitor blood pressure, ECG, and Pulse Oximetry using clinical equipment.
Preferred Qualifications
Certification: VI (Vascular Intervention Radiology) OR RCIS OR RCES OR CI (Cardiac Interventional Radiology).
Physical Requirements
Physically agile; may require walking, standing, running, bending, stooping, kneeling, climbing or crouching frequently.
Medium work with lifting or moving objects up to 50 pounds occasionally, with or without assistance.
May require moving in various positions and environments, including tight and confined spaces; may involve reaching overhead.
May lift/assist patients or equipment up to 90% of shift; may be exposed to varied temperatures and environments.
May require travel to various facilities; may require use of personal vehicle.
Benefits and About Health First About Health First: Health First values diversity and inclusion and strives to build a culture that respects diverse voices. This section reflects our commitment to a collaborative work environment and better results.
Schedule: Full-Time
Job Details
Seniority level: Entry level
Employment type: Full-time
Job function: Health Care Provider
Industries: Hospitals and Health Care
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