Cardiac Catheterization Technician I, Full-Time Days
Cardiac Catheterization Technician I, Full-Time Days
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Job Description
Be a part of a world-class academic health-caresystem at UChicago Medicine as a Cardiac Catherization Technician I in the Proc- ElectrophysiologyDepartment.
Eligible for a Sign-On Bonus up to $1500
Under the direction of the physician and nursing staff performs a variety of functions before during and after Cardiac Catheterization procedures including patient education sterile patient and environment preparation electrocardiograms and patient monitoring and recording. Performs as a tech assistant during all types of Cardiac procedures
Essential Job Functions
- Cardiac Catheterization Specialist: Utilizes observation and assessment skills to determine patient baseline status and continually monitor patient status throughout the delivery of care including the monitoring and recording of hemodynamic patient data. Demonstrates knowledge and competency in the recognition of basic arrhythmia and communicates abnormal findings to the physician.
- Surgical Assist: Prepares the patient for each procedure using aseptic technique and prepares the surgical site by shaving and cleansing with aseptic technique. Demonstrates proper EKG lead electro cautery dispersive pad BP cuff and pulse oximeter placement. Assists physicians in scrubbing for surgical procedures. Passes instruments and materials while maintaining the sterility of the equipment and environment.
- Room Preparation & Setup: Prepares lab with appropriate and sterile linen instruments and equipment as per physician preference. Positions procedure room equipment and supplies and covers x-ray equipment with sterile drapes. Initiates cleaning of the procedure room and prepares equipment for return to central sterile reprocessing.
- Inventory Management: Assists in the maintenance and control of lab inventory including the rotation of stock and notification of potential outdating.
- Problem Solving: Apply quality lean and problem-solving expertise to improve operations including understanding flow of current and future states and implement process improvements.
- Performs other duties as requested by senior management.
Required Qualifications
- High School diploma required.
- Minimum 1 years experience working as a cardiovascular tech in a Cardiac Cath Lab.
- A thorough knowledge of the anatomy and physiology of cardiovascular system required.
- Independent judgment and initiative required to utilize the specialized equipment involved and work within a complex organizational structure.
- Must have current Basic Life Support (BLS) Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) and either Registered Cardiac Electrophysiology Specialist (RCES) Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist (RCIS) or Certified Electrophysiology Specialist (CEPS).
- Ability to take calls overnight/weekends.
- Basic Life Support (BLS);
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS).
- And either:
- Registered Cardiac Electrophysiology Specialist (RCES)
- Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist (RCIS)
Position Details
- Job Type/FTE: Full-time (1.0); 10-hour shifts
- Shift: Days
- Unit/Department: Proc Cath Lab Adult- Hyde Park
- CBA Code: Non-Union
- No Visa Sponsorship Available
Why Join Us
Weve been at the forefront of medicine since 1899. We provide superior healthcare with compassion always mindful that each patient is a person an individual. To accomplish this we need employees with passion talent and commitment with patients and with each other. Were in this together: working to advance medical innovation serve the health needs of the community and move our collective knowledge forward. If youd like to add enriching human life to your profile UChicago Medicine is for you. Here at the forefront were doing work that really matters. Join us. Bring your passion.
UChicago Medicine is growing; discover how you can be a part of this pursuit of excellence at:UChicago Medicine Career Opportunities.
UChicago Medicine is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race color ethnicity ancestry sex sexual orientation gender identity marital status civil union status parental status religion national origin age disability veteran status and other legally protected characteristics.
Must comply with UChicago Medicines COVID-19 Vaccination requirement as a condition of employment. If you have already received the vaccination you must provide proof as part of the pre-employment process. This is in addition to your compliance with the Flu Vaccination requirement as well. Medical and religious exemptions will be considered consistent with applicable law. Lastly a pre-employment physical drug screening and background check are also required for all employees prior to hire.
Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
