Cardiac Catheterization Lab Technologist

Job Title: Cardiac Catheterization Lab Technologist

Location: Johnson County Hospital Tecumseh NE

Department: Operating Room

Reports To: Catheterization Lab Manager

Position Summary:

Under general supervision provides technical support and assistance to the physician during diagnostic and interventional cardiovascular peripheral vascular electrophysiology and interventional radiology procedures using clinical knowledge technical skills and professional judgement in accordance with processional and departmental standards and protocols. Provides care assessment prior during and post procedural instruction to patients. Prepares and maintains all pertinent information related to procedures.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Scrubs and assists physician in performance of diagnostic and interventional cardiovascular peripheral vascular electrophysiology and interventional radiology procedures.
• Is knowledgeable of location care and operation of CCL equipment according to manufacturers specifications. Including but not limited to: imaging and hemodynamic monitoring systems defibrillator crash cart temporary pacemaker intra-aortic balloon pump (IABP) IVUS/IFR and Impella.
• Prepares sterile table instruments supplies and equipment necessary for procedures and maintains sterile field.
• Maintains knowledge of cardiac concepts and clinical practices.
• Monitors and records patients hemodynamic status during procedures.
• Responds immediately to a Code Blue within CCL. Effectively takes charge and initiates necessary emergency treatment until a physician arrives.
• Responsible for patient safety in the CCL.
• Knowledge of cardiac monitoring. Identifies dysrhythmias and treats appropriately based upon ACLS guidelines and hospital policy. Able to operate external/internal cardiac pacemaker and defibrillator.
• Properly handles and processes hemo data/images to include storage and transfer.
• Maintains troubleshoots and operates fluoroscopy equipment to ensure operability and safety. Calibrates equipment and performs routine preventive maintenance procedures. Follows radiation safety policies.
• Acts as patient educator. Explains procedure and answers questions prior to the procedure.
• Monitors and records patients hemodynamic status during procedures and correctly interpret results.
• Provides outstanding service to all customers; fosters teamwork; and practices fiscal responsibility through improvement and innovation.
• Helps with orientation and in-service training for hospital staff members participates in guidance and education programs.
• Treats patient and families with respect and dignity.
• Consults other departments as appropriate to provide collaborative patient care and performance improvement activities.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Professional Requirements

• Adheres to dress code standards appearance is neat and clean.
• Completes annual educational requirements.
• Maintains regulatory requirements including all state federal and CMS regulations.
• Maintains and ensures patient confidentiality at all times.
• Works at maintaining a good rapport and a cooperative working relationship with physicians departments and staff.
• Represents the organization in a positive and professional manner.
• Communicates appropriately and clearly to physicians staff administration patients and visitors.
• Resolves personnel concerns at the department level utilizing the grievance process a required.
• Ensures compliance with policies and procedures regarding department operations fire safety infection control and radiation safety.
• Reports to work on time and as scheduled; completes work within designated time.
• Takes call as scheduled and responds within 30-minute call window.
• Consistently completes and maintains assigned duties.
• Wears identification while on duty; uses computerized time system correctly.
• Attends annual review and department in-services as scheduled.
• Attends staff meetings reads all staff meeting minutes if absent from meeting.
• Actively participates in performance improvement and continuous quality improvement (QI) activities.
• Complies with all organizational policies regarding ethical business practices.
• Communicates the mission vision core values ethics and goals of the hospital.

Physical Requirements

Works inside. May be exposed to infectious and contagious diseases exposed to hazardous cleaning agents body fluids and waste occasional exposure to an unpleasant patient or unit elements. Exerting 20-50 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 10-25 pounds of force frequently and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly. These are baseline requirements for adequate performance of this job. Employees may be required to exceed these levels. Job duties are based on an average 8- 10- & 12-hour shift.

Qualifications & Skills:

• Ability to read and write effectively in English
• Strong written and verbal skills
• Strong computer knowledge
• Current Radiology Technologist licensure in Nebraska
• Current ARRT BLS and ACLS
• Available to fulfill on-call obligations (response in 30 minutes or less)
• Demonstrates clinical competence in basic cardiac physiology/pathology 12-lead EKG interpretation; physiological monitoring (intra cardiac pressure waveform knowledge) pacemaker operations (implantable and external) and other equipment related to cardiac care
• Preferred Registered Cardiovascular Interventional Specialist (RCIS)
• Preferred at least 2 year Cath Lab experience

Benefits We Offer:

• Competitive wages
• Comprehensive health dental and vision insurance
• Retirement savings plan
• Professional development opportunities
• Supportive and collaborative work environment
• Paid time off
• Sick pay

Why Join Us

At Johnson County Hospital we value our team and foster a supportive environment where you can thrive. Join us to make a difference in the lives of our patients and their families.

Required Experience:

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