Cardiovascular Educator

Definition of Position: The Interventional Radiology/Cardiovascular Educator assists and instructs on interventional procedures through sterile technique and procedural workflow coordination. This role works collaboratively with physicians nurses and the interdisciplinary team to ensure safe efficient and high-quality patient care. The educator demonstrates advanced technical competence in procedural imaging radiation safety sterile field maintenance and hemodynamic monitoring while adhering to departmental protocols and regulatory standards. Exercises professional judgment in performance of services and maintains a demeanor complementary to medical ethics. Provides appropriate patient care and recognizes patient conditions essential for successful completion of the procedure. The Cardiovascular Educator is responsible to the Unit Manager and Surgical Services Director. Essential Job Functions: Perform a variety of duties often changing from one task to another of a different nature without loss of efficiency or composure Scrub Role When assigned functions as the scrub technologist using sterile techniques to assist physicians during interventional and catheter-based procedures. Prepares and organizes sterile instruments guidewires catheters sheaths embolic materials and procedural trays. Anticipates physician needs and responds quickly and accurately during critical moments. Demonstrates familiarity with vascular anatomy device sizing catheter selection and table-side procedural flow. Actively communicate with monitor person to ensure procedure activities and times are documented Monitor Role (Hemodynamic & Procedural Monitoring) When assigned functions as the primary monitor technologist recording hemodynamic data pressures and procedural events. Ensures allergy considerations are communicated during the timeout and reflected in procedural documentation. Operates and troubleshoots physiological monitoring systems (e.g. hemodynamic recorders ECG oxygen saturation). Documents all supplies used implants contrast usage and procedural details accurately. Communicates real-time findings to the procedural team ensuring accurate documentation of events medications and device deployment. Peri-Procedure Assists with patient preparation patient positioning connecting monitoring equipment and equipment collaboration with nurses verify allergies NPO status renal function and other relevant clinical factors. Performs patient identification procedure verification and timeout processes in accordance with institutional policy. Provides support during sedation as needed under the direction of nursing and medical staff. Help to monitor patient condition respond to changes during procedures and assist team as needed or requested. Perform sheath pulls and vascular access management as needed. Contrast Allergy Management Collaboration o Works collaboratively with nursing and physicians to identify and address contrast allergies or sensitivities. o Participates in pre-procedure discussions regarding appropriate contrast agents (e.g. switching to iso-osmolar). o Ensures allergy considerations are communicated during the timeout. Department Support Assist with managing supplies and par levels restocking procedure room tracking expiration dates rotating stock and receiving unpacking labeling and shelving incoming inventory. Assist with room turnover efficiency by assisting with post procedure cleanup such as sharps and biohazard materials disposal according to policy and preparing the room for the next case (restocking setting up basic items checking lead availability). Perform basic daily/weekly equipment checks (fluoro readiness imaging equipment diagnostics injector checks lead apron integrity inspections etc.) ensuring all equipment is inspected calibrated and functioning properly before use. Report and document malfunctioning equipment; assist with placing service calls when needed. Assists with tracking radiation dose metrics and equipment service needs. Ensure devices are cleaned charged and stored properly (e.g. ultrasound IVUS etc.). Work independently making evaluations and decisions based on measurable or verifiable criteria Recognize the rights responsibilities and confidentiality of all patients from every socioeconomic background conveying empathy and communicating effectively Qualifications: Education Required: Graduate of an accredited Radiologic Technology program Preferred:BS Radiologic Science/Medical Imaging Licenses/ certifications/ registrations Required: Current ARRT certification RT(R).; current BLS ACLS certification (or within 6 months of hire); Certifications specific to areas of clinical specialty preferred (e.g. RCIS NIH Stroke Scale). Preferred: Experience Required: At least one year s experience in Interventional Radiology and/or Cath Lab managing fluoroscopy and scrubbing interventional cases. Preferred: At least three years in Interventional Radiology or Cath Lab managing fluoroscopy scrubbing interventional cases and functioning in monitor role. Other: Equipment/Tools/Work Aids: Fixed fluoroscopy equipment portable ultrasound IVUS. Ability to provide care for the patients age-specific cultural physical and psychosocial wellbeing. Bilingual and/or English-Spanish speaking preferred. Ability to work with culturally diverseatient conditions essential for successful completion of the procedure. The Interventional Rad Tech is responsible to the Unit Manager and Surgical Services Director.

Shift: Day Shift

Specialty Type: Nursing

Sub Specialties: Scrub Technologist

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