Invasive Cardiovascular Tech

Job Description:

The CV Invasive Specialist performs duties necessary for advanced Cardiac, Neuro, and Vascular procedures at a technical and professional level requiring little or no supervision of technical detail. The Specialist performs technical procedures that regularly require independent judgment. The CV Invasive Specialist assumes responsibility and initiative for designated areas and procedures as required.

Scope

• Provides technical support during invasive cardiovascular and neuro-interventional procedures. Provides patient care under the supervision of the provider.
• Assists physicians in radiological imaging of cardiac, vascular, and neuro procedures, acts as scrub assistant, maintaining sterile conditions during clinical procedures. Operates imaging equipment and works in the control room monitoring and documenting procedure images and events.
• Educates patients and families regarding the procedure and about the expectations of the procedure.
• Assists in maintaining order and cleanliness of the unit. Maintains appropriate stock levels for complex interventions and diagnostic procedures.
• Completes daily, progress and discharge documentation according to departmental standards. Accurately documents productivity information.
• Participates in quality and patient safety initiatives. Identifies potential areas for improvement including processes that could be streamlined or revised to improve patient satisfaction. Identifies potential safety hazards that may create problems for patients and/or staff, and takes appropriate actions.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent, required
• Registered ARRT is required or Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Technologist RCIS is required within 18 months of hire or Registered Respiratory Therapist with CV specific certification or RCIS or RCES, required
• Current Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers (BLS-HCP) and ACLS, required
• Surgery Technician License must be obtained within 3 months from hire date in the state of practice, required
• Associates degree, preferred
• Two (2) years of experience in Cardiology/Cath Lab, preferred

Physical Requirements:

Physical RequirementsOngoing need for employee to see and read information, labels, assess patient needs, operate monitors, identify equipment and supplies.Frequent interactions with patient care providers, patients, and visitors that require employee to verbally communicate as well as hear and understand spoken information, alarms, needs, and issues quickly and accurately, particularly during emergency situations.Manual dexterity of hands and fingers to manipulate complex and delicate equipment with precision and accuracy. This includes frequent computer use and typing for documenting patient care, accessing needed information, medication preparation, etc.Expected to lift and utilize full range of movement to transfer patients. Will also bend to retrieve, lift, and carry supplies and equipment. Typically includes items of varying weights, up to and including heavy items.Need to walk and assist with transporting/ambulating patients and obtaining and distributing supplies and equipment. This includes pushing/pulling gurneys and portable equipment, including heavy items. Often required to navigate crowded and busy rooms (full of equipment, power cords on the floor, etc.)May be expected to stand in a stationary position for an extended period of time.

Location:

Intermountain Health St Vincent Regional Hospital

Work City:

Billings

Work State:

Montana

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

The hourly range for this position is listed below. Actual hourly rate dependent upon experience.

$34.06 - $52.55

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