Cardiac Cath Lab Technologist

aah; Oshkosh (WI); On-site; USD 50,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

Advocate Health's Cardiac Cath Lab in Wisconsin is hiring for a full-time role with a 36-hour work week. The position includes a call requirement, typically one weekend per month and one day per week, and a $7,000 sign-on bonus for external applicants.

The role involves operating monitoring equipment, assisting with procedures, and ensuring patient care from pre- to post-procedure. Strong ECG interpretation and ACLS/BLS credentials are required within six months.

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree in Cardiovascular Technology or related field.
• Cath lab experience required.
• BLS and ACLS certifications must be obtained within 6 months unless exempt by department leadership.
• Completion of an approved basic ECG interpretation course within three months of hire.
• Excellent communication skills to work effectively with physicians, patients and staff.
• Basic computer skills required.

Responsibilities

• Operate monitoring and related equipment used during procedures and prepare data for physician/staff.
• Monitor patient ECG for cardiac dysrhythmias and respond to changes.
• Assist in pre/post procedure activities and troubleshoot equipment; calibrate and perform QA checks.
• Prepare and operate imaging, angiographic, interventional and storage systems.
• Position patient and select exposure factors for radiographic procedures.
• Scrub to assist physician during diagnostic, interventional and surgical procedures.

Skills

Cath lab experience

BLS Certification

ACLS Certification

ECG interpretation training

Communication skills

Basic computer skills

Education

Associate's Degree in Cardiovascular Technology

Job description

Department: 36918 AMC Oshkosh - Cardiac Cath Lab

Status: Full time

Benefits Eligible: Yes

Hours Per Week: 36

Schedule Details/Additional Information: This position does have a call requirement. On average this is one weekend per month and one day per week. More details will be discussed during the interview.

Pay Range: $35.50 - $53.25

$7000 Sign on Bonus Eligible for External Applicants!!!

Major Responsibilities:

• Operates all monitoring, recording and related equipment used during procedures. Collects and prepares pertinent data for use by physician/staff. Prepares, delivers, and picks up reusable items for re-sterilization.
• Monitors patient electrocardiogram for cardiac dysrhythmias.
• Operates the defibrillator and performs cardiopulmonary resuscitation when required. Provides assistance in emergency situations.
• Assists in pre and post procedure activities related to equipment and patient care. Performs initial troubleshooting on equipment. Performs calibration, cleaning and quality assurance measures on equipment.
• Identifies cardiovascular and peripheral vascular anatomy for documentation purposes.
• Obtains and documents clinical data during procedures in procedure log.
• Prepares and operates imaging, angiographic, interventional and storage systems.
• Positions patient and selects exposure factors for all radiographic procedures performed in the department.
• Supports physician and staff during procedures. Scrubs to assist physician with diagnostic, interventional and surgical procedures with knowledge of equipment and equipment options.
• Performs bloom operation (i.e., overdrive pacing).
• Must be able to demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served. Must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his/her age-specific needs, and to provide the care needed as described in the department's policies and procedures. Age-specific information is developed further in the departmental job standards.

Licensure, Registration, and/or Certification Required:

• Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification issued by the American Heart Association (AHA) needs to be obtained within 6 months unless department leader has determined it is not required, and
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support certification (ACLS) issued by the American Heart Association (AHA) needs to be obtained within 6 months unless department leader has determined it is not required.

Education Required:

• Associate's Degree in Cardiovascular Technology or related field.

Experience Required:

• Cath lab experience required.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required:

• Completion of an approved basic ECG interpretation course within three months of hire.
• Demonstrated ability to quickly change priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication skills to work effectively with physicians, patients and other staff members.
• Basic computer skills.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

• Must be able to sit, stand, walk, lift, squat, bend, twist, and reach above shoulders frequently throughout the workday.
• Must be able to:
• - lift up to 50 lbs. from floor to waist.
• - lift up to 20 lbs. over the head.
• - carry up to 40 lbs. a reasonable distance.
• Must be able to:
• - push/pull with 30 lbs. of force.
• - perform a sliding transfer of 150 lbs. with a second person present.
• Position requires use of foot pedals on carts or machines.
• May be exposed to mechanical, electrical, chemical, and radiation hazards as well as blood and body fluids; therefore, personal protective equipment must be worn as necessary.
• Operates all equipment necessary to perform the job.

This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.

Our CommitmenttoYou:

Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more – so you can live fully at and away from work, including:

Compensation

• Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training
• Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job
• Incentive pay for select positions
• Opportunity for annual increases based on performance

Benefits and more

• Paid Time Off programs
• Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
• Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
• Educational Assistance Program

Note: Eligibility for programs listed above may depend on your FTE or status (e.g., full-time, part-time, per diem, temporary, etc.); please ask a Recruiter for more information during an interview.

About Advocate Health

Advocate Health is the third-largest nonprofit, integrated health system in the United States, created from the combination of Advocate Aurora Health and Atrium Health. Providing care under the names Advocate Health Care in Illinois; Atrium Health in the Carolinas, Georgia and Alabama; and Aurora Health Care in Wisconsin, Advocate Health is a national leader in clinical innovation, health outcomes, consumer experience and value-based care. Headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, Advocate Health services nearly 6 million patients and is engaged in hundreds of clinical trials and research studies, with Wake Forest University School of Medicine serving as the academic core of the enterprise. It is nationally recognized for its expertise in cardiology, neurosciences, oncology, pediatrics and rehabilitation, as well as organ transplants, burn treatments and specialized musculoskeletal programs. Advocate Health employs 155,000 teammates across 69 hospitals and over 1,000 care locations, and offers one of the nation’s largest graduate medical education programs with over 2,000 residents and fellows across more than 200 programs. Committed to providing equitable care for all, Advocate Health provides more than $6 billion in annual community benefits.