Cardiac Cath Lab Tech, Cath Lab, Full Time, Flex-Day Shift, Job ID # 1879708

Palmetto-General-Hospital; Florida; On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Palmetto-General-Hospital in Florida seeks a Paramedic with hospital or pre-hospital experience to support cardiac and vascular procedures. You will prepare for and monitor diagnostic and interventional procedures, set up equipment, perform hemodynamic calculations, and assist surgeons in fast paced environments.

The role requires eligibility for Cardiovascular Tech, Cardiac Cath Tech, or ARRT certification within 12 months, BLS and ACLS, and Florida paramedic licensure or eligible foreign

Qualifications

• Minimum one year experience as a Paramedic in hospital or pre-hospital setting.
• Must obtain Cardiovascular Tech, Cardiac Cath Tech or ARRT certification within 12 months of hire.
• Effective oral and written communication skills in English.
• Visual and hearing senses adequate to assist with varied operative procedures.
• Ability to perform effectively in fast paced, stressful environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist with preparation for and monitoring of diagnostic and interventional procedures.
• Set up and breakdown of equipment; perform hemodynamic calculations for patient reports.
• Support cardiac/vascular procedures including pacemaker insertions and other interventions.

Skills

Communication skills

Ability to work under pressure

Clinical knowledge

Attention to detail

Education

BLS certification

ACLS certification

State Paramedic License (FL)

Cardiovascular/CT Tech certification within 12 months

Job description

Position Summary:

Knowledge of physiological, psychosocial and therapeutic components specific to assisting the appropriate treatment, and prioritizing of patients. Prepares for and monitors diagnostic and interventional procedures, electrophysiological studies, pacemaker insertions, intra-aortic balloon pumps, structural heart procedures and endovascular procedures. Sets up & breaks down equipment; performs hemodynamic calculations for patient reports. Able to work well in a fast paced environment, while maintaining composure and courtesy to patients and families.

Position Qualification: (Training, Education, Experience, Skills and Abilities)

• Minimum one year experience as a Paramedic in the hospital or Pre-Hospital setting or related experience. Knowledge base requisite to the assessment and care for the cardiac / vascular patient.
• Must obtain Cardiovascular Tech, Cardiac Cath Tech or ARRT certification within 12 months of hire
• Effective oral and written communication skills in the English Language.
• Visual and hearing senses must be adequate to assist with varied operative procedures and surgeon's verbal directives.
• Ability to perform effectively in fast paced, stressful environment.

Required Licenses/Certifications:

• BLS certification from the American Heart Association Required
• ACLS certification from the American Heart Association Required
• State of Florida Paramedic License OR
• Foreign Medical Graduate with a State of Florida License OR
• Surgical Assitant/Surgical Technician Certification
• CVT, CCT or ARRT Certification (within 12 months of hire)

Communication Skills:

Ability to effectively communicate in writing and orally with all levels of the organization.