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Job Description:

Position Summary and Purpose
This position prepares patients and assists in performing diagnostic and specific therapeutic cardiac catheterization procedures under the direct supervision of critical care RNs RTR and Cardiologist. Provides safe quality patient care based upon defined standards of care for patient populations including adults and geriatrics.

Essential Functions:
Responsible for ensuring top quality diagnostic images with minimal Patient Physician and Staff Radiation exposure. Note: they cannot make x-ray
Turn in monthly dosimetry badges so readings can be reported checked and posted monthly by the Radiation Safety Officer.
Assists in fluoroscoping all lead aprons and thyroid shields annually to ensure their integrity.
Provides top quality diagnostic images for physician review.
Exercises pre-procedure teaching to both the patient and the patients family prior to and during the procedure
Prepares the patient for pre and post catheterization and electrophysiology procedures.
Exercises pre-procedure teaching to both the patient and the patients family prior to and during the procedure.
Obtains vital signs assesses heart rhythm pedal/brachial pulses attaches the patient to the E.K.G. monitor and levels transducer with accurate documentation on the Patient Chart.
Shaves and prepare the appropriate entry site according to departmental procedures.
Applies dressing to puncture site ensuring that no bleeding or hematoma occurs during the healing process and instructs the patient on post procedural care.
Utilizes sterile technique in the preparation and maintenance of delicate instrumentation necessary for all catheterization procedures.
Scrubs and assists Cardiologist in the performance of procedures as requested.
Operates Physiologic monitoring system with the ability to balance and calibrate each channel according to any relevant procedures performed in the laboratory
Assists in Code 300s and resuscitation of the patient as needed

Other Functions:
Assists in preparing the room for cases as demonstrated by a smooth work flow and lack of complaints.
Demonstrates knowledge of and ability to operate all Cardiovascular/Electrophysiology laboratory equipment.
Ensures that consents for procedure are properly filled out and signed as demonstrated by the document.
Completes protocol sheet during the procedure noting each step taken and the time as demonstrated by the document.
Documents patient case information in the documentation system and ensures items are listed for proper charge as demonstrated by turning in the charge sheet on each procedure.
Cleans the catheterization area and table between cases.
Replenishes supplies in each laboratory as needed.
Transports patients to and from the cardiovascular laboratory.
Responsible for participation in the mandatory call schedule and for completion of scheduled cases prior to the end of the work day as required by the Cardiovascular/Electrophysiology laboratory Supervisor or his/her designee

Maintains accurate thorough and legible documentation of the information obtained during the procedure
Maintains compliance with all company policies procedures and standards of conduct
Complies with HIPAA privacy and security requirements to maintain confidentiality at all times
Performs other duties as assigned

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Job Requirements
(Education Experience Licensure and Certification)
Education:
Graduate of an accredited Cardiovascular Technology Program.(required)
RCIS certification or acquired within 18 months of employment (required)

Experience:
6 months work experience in Cardiac Cath lab (preferred)

Certification:
BLS (required)
Preferred ACLS or acquired within 90 Days
Job Competency:
Knowledge Skills and Abilities critical to this role:
Demonstrates knowledge of all Cardiovascular/Electrophysiology laboratory procedures.
Has a complete understanding of normal and abnormal anatomy and physiology of the cardiovascular system
Demonstrates knowledge of and ability to operate all Cardiovascular/Electrophysiology laboratory equipment.
Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served

Language Ability:
Must be able to communicate effectively in both verbal and written formats.

Reasoning Ability:
Able to critically think through complex patient situations process improvements evidence-based practice.
Able to assist others in developing clinical reasoning skills.

Computer Skills:
What computer skills are required for this job What computer skills are preferred
Are there any specialized programs that the candidate must be able to use

Additional Responsibilities:
Demonstrates a commitment to service organization values and professionalism through appropriate conduct and demeanor at all times
Maintains confidentiality and protects sensitive data at all times
Adheres to organizational and department specific safety standards and guidelines
Works collaboratively and supports efforts of team members
Demonstrates exceptional customer service and interacts effectively with physicians patients residents visitors staff and the broader health care community

UofL Health Core Expectation:
At UofL Health we expect all our employees to live the values of honesty integrity and compassion and demonstrate these values in their interactions with others and as they deliver excellent patient care by:
Honoring and caring for the dignity of all persons in mind body and spirit
Ensuring the highest quality of care for those we serve
Working together as a team to achieve our goals
Improving continuously by listening and asking for and responding to feedback
Seeking new and better ways to meet the needs of those we serve
Using our resources wisely
Understanding how each of our roles contributes to the success of UofL Health