Cardiac Cath. Tech. II

University Medical Center of El Paso (UMC); El Paso (TX); In loco; USD 65.000 - 90.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

University Medical Center of El Paso seeks a skilled Radiologic Technologist to perform a broad range of cardiac interventional procedures in the Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory. You will assist physicians by inserting small catheters and ensuring diagnostic imaging quality, while adhering to TJC and Radiology standards.

Collaborate with the Cardiovascular Medical Director on performance improvement data, participate in department systems development, and contribute to benchmarking efforts.

Competenze

• Two years of experience in Cardiac Catheterization, Interventional Radiology or Neuro Intervention.
• MRT with ARRT (R) or RCIS or CVT certification required.
• Current BLS certification; ACLS required.
• High School diploma or equivalent; AS in Radiology preferred.

Mansioni

• Assist cardiovascular physician by inserting small catheters for diagnosing cardiac disease.
• Develop and monitor department systems to improve patient care in the Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory.
• Collaborate with Cardiovascular Medical Director for performance improvement data collection and presentation.

Conoscenze

Charge Description Master

CPT knowledge

Cath lab equipment

Cardiovascular anatomy

Calm under pressure

Critical thinking

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Documentation via computers

Formazione

High School diploma or equivalent

AS in Radiology

Descrizione del lavoro

Job Description

Performs a wide range of cardiac interventional procedures with X-rays and angiograms and assists the cardiovascular physician by inserting small catheters through needles for the purpose of diagnosing cardiac disease and heart functionality. Knowledgeable regarding the Joint Commission (TJC) and Radiology standards.

Summary

Performs a wide range of cardiac interventional procedures with X-rays and angiograms and assists the cardiovascular physician by inserting small catheters through needles for the purpose of diagnosing cardiac disease and heart functionality. Knowledgeable regarding the Joint Commission (TJC) and Radiology standards.

Assists in the development and monitoring of department-specific systems and in the coordination of activities that improve the quality of patient care in the Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory. Utilizes previous experience in the development of a performance improvement program for the Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory. Is familiar with data analysis for the purpose of benchmarking. Works in collaboration with Cardiovascular Medical Director for the purpose of performance improvement data collection and presentation.

Work Experience

Two years of experience in Cardiac Catherization, Interventional Radiology or Neuro Intervention required.

License/Registration/Certification

Medical Radiologic Technologist (MRT) with Registered Technologist (R) (ARRT) required, or Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist (RCIS), or Cardiovascular Technologist (CVT) required.

Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.

Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) is required.

Education And Training

High School diploma or equivalent required.

Associate’s degree of Applied Sciences in Radiology preferred.

Skills

• Knowledge in appropriate Charge Description Master and CPT (Current Procedural Terminology).
• Knowledge of operating cath lab equipment and performing diagnostic imaging.
• Excellent knowledge of cardiovascular anatomy and medical terminology.
• Ability to stay calm under pressure and work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Possesses critical thinking and problem solving skills.
• Possesses effective oral and written communication skills.
• Possesses effective interpersonal relationship skills.
• Technically competent in tasks within the scope of practice of a Diagnostic Radiology Technologist.
• Ability to utilize computers for documentation purposes.