Cardiac Cath Lab Technologist - Day Shift

Mercy-Health-System-Corporation; Janesville (WI); On-site; USD 93,040,000 - 139,545,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

Mercyhealth Hospital and Trauma Center—Janesville is seeking a Cardiac Catheterization Tech I to support diagnostic and interventional cardiac procedures in a fast-paced Cath Lab.

Responsibilities include preparing equipment, maintaining a sterile field, assisting physicians, and monitoring patients. Requires AMA-accredited radiologic training, Wisconsin license, and BLS/ACLS (preferred). On-call and overtime may be required.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an AMA accredited Radiologic Technology program or equivalent.
• Two years experience as Cardiac Catheterization Tech I or equivalent.
• AART registered or registry eligible; Wisconsin license; Cardiovascular Technologist registered or registry eligible.
• BLS Certification; ACLS Certification (preferred)

Responsibilities

• Assist Cardiologist during diagnostic catheterization and during complex interventional procedures.
• Maintain Cath lab inventory and equipment.
• Assist with training and orientation of new staff; help develop policies and procedures.
• Participate in Quality Assessment and Improvement; on-call roster; overtime during peak periods.

Skills

Cath lab procedures

Sterile technique

Assist physicians

Patient monitoring

On-call readiness

Inventory management

Education

AMA accredited Radiologic Technology program

Wisconsin State Radiology Technologist License

Cardiovascular Technologist registered or registry eligible

Job description

OverviewThis position will support the Cardiac Cath Lab at the Mercyhealth Hospital and Trauma Center—Janesville. In the Cardiac Cath Lab, the technologist will support cardiac procedures. They will be skilled in preparing equipment, maintaining a sterile field, assisting physicians, and monitoring patients and will work efficiently in fast-paced environments with a strong focus on safety and quality care.Schedule: 40-hours per weekShift: Variable day shift hours, starting at 7am; one weeknight call shift and one weekend on-call per monthEssential Duties and ResponsibilitiesPerforms functions of Cardiac Catheterization Tech I.Assists Cardiologist during diagnostic cardiac catheterization, but has additional knowledge and skills to assist during complex coronary interventional procedures utilizing adjunctive therapies in the treatment of coronary artery disease.Assists in the maintenance of Cath lab inventory.Assists with training and orientation of new staff.Assists with development, review and implementation of policies and procedures.Participates in Quality Assessment and Improvement.May be required to work flexible hours and overtime during peak periods.Participates in the on-call roster.Performs other duties as assigned by the Cath Lab Coordinator or Heart Program Director.Education and ExperienceGraduate of an AMA accredited Radiologic Technology program or equivalentTwo years experience as Cardiac Catheterization Tech I or equivalentCertification and LicensureAART registered or registry eligibleWisconsin State Radiology Technologist LicenseCardiovascular Technologist registered or registry eligibleBLS CertificationACLS Certification (preferred)Special Physical DemandsWhile performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Must be able to wear 15-pound lead apron.PAY RANGE:$32.47 - $48.70Mercyhealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.Mercyhealth offers competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package including:Medical, Dental, VisionLife & Disability InsuranceFSA/HSA OptionsGenerous, accruing paid time offPaid Parental and caregiver leaveCareer advancement and educational opportunitiesTuition and certification reimbursementCertification ReimbursementWell-being ProgramsEmployee DiscountsOn-Demand PayFinancial EducationAnnual recognition/awards eventsPartner appreciation daysFamily entertainment/attractions discountCommunity service/improvement opportunitiesClick here for more details regarding Mercyhealth Careers Benefit Information.At Mercyhealth, we don’t simply hire people, we empower employee-partners who are passionate about making lives better. As an integrated health system, we deliver exceptional, coordinated across seven hospitals, 85 primary and specialty clinics, and a team of over 7,500 professionals serving northern Illinois and southern Wisconsin.Mercyhealth has been nationally recognized for our commitment to our people and culture, including:#1 in the nation on AARP's Best Employers for Workers Over 50One of Working Mother magazine's 100 Best Companies for Working MothersA Top 50 Company and Top 10 Nonprofit for Executive Women