Cath Lab Tech Full Time, Day (St. Mary)
Langhorne, PA - USA
Job Summary
Job Title:Cath Lab/IR Tech
Unit:Cardio Lab
Employment Type:Full Time
Shift:Full-time day shift 40 hours per week 10-hr shifts with on-call. On call is (usually) 1 day a week and 1 weekend (Friday starting at 5pm thru Monday morning at 0700) every 5th. On-call needs may fluctuate.
Location: St. Mary Medical Center
Position Purpose
Ability to work autonomously and collaboratively with supervising physicians department and other members of the healthcare team in an effective and comprehensive manner. Assists physician in performing basic to advanced interventional cardiovascular/radiologic procedures for the adult patient. Strong background in angiography with an emphasis in cardiac catheterization balloon angioplasty cardiac/ peripheral vascular stenting and interventional radiology procedures for the trauma patient.
As a Cath Lab/IR Tech you will:
Follows appropriate department protocol for procedures unless specified differently by Radiologist
Obtains and documents patient history and pertinent information in appropriate systems Insures proper identification of patient according to the National Patient Safety Goals.
Verifies and follows Doctors written orders
Produces quality diagnostic images for interpretation such as positioning technique and image orientation
Responds effectively in an emergency situation
Adheres to infection control standards specific to patient care
Consults and communicates with other departments in a professional manner
Demonstrates understanding of safety health and moral needs of customers/co-workers by taking steps to insure those needs are met.
Plans delivery of care according to patient injury or physical limitations.
Operates medical imaging equipment properly and safely
Demonstrates awareness of Radiation Safety procedures for self and others Replenishes and changes supplies in assigned area as needed
Ensures equipment is in acceptable condition by conducting warm-up procedures
Follows department standards for reporting equipment malfunctions or problems
Performs accurate procedures in the operating room
Assists Radiologist in performing fluoroscopic procedures
Performs quality bedside radiographs
Accurately prepares and assists in the administration of contrast materials
Performs other duties as assigned.
Minimum Requirements:
RCIS (Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist) or ARRTrequired
Dysrhythmia course within 90 days of hire-successful completion
BLS Certification
1 year Cath Lab IR or EP experience preferred
On Call commitment
Benefits:
Comprehensive benefit packages including medical dental vision mental health paid time off 403B educationassistanceand voluntary benefits (pet insurance accident insurance hospitalindemnityand others) available fromthefirstday of employment.
Work/Life balance with flexible schedules.
Free onsite parking.
Our mission and core values are what drive each member of Trinity Health to support each other communicate openly and respectfully while embracing a culture that nurtures a healing safe environment for all.
Referral Rewards Program
Onsite discounted childcare through Bright Horizons
About Us:St. Mary Medical Centeris a beautiful 53-acrestate-of-the-artfacilitycomprisedof more than 700 physiciansnearly 3000colleagues and 1100 volunteers committed to providing quality care delivered with compassion and . Mary attracts top doctors introducescutting-edgetechnologiesand implements advanced procedures to meet the healthcare needs of the people it serves including thenearly630000residentsof Bucks County.
Our Commitment
Rooted in our Mission and Core Values we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives experiences and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability veteran status or any other status protected by federal state or local law.
About Company
Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic health care systems in the nation. It is a family of 115,000 colleagues and nearly 26,000 physicians and clinicians caring for diverse communities across 25 states. Nationally recognized for care and experience, the Trinity ... View more