Cardiac Catheterization Specialist I

Indiana University Health; Lafayette (IN); On-site; USD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Indiana University Health in Lafayette, IN is seeking a Diagnostic Radiology Technologist graduate to scrub in and assist during invasive cardiac catheterization procedures at Arnett Hospital. You will set up and operate procedural equipment and provide direct patient care, with a rotating schedule including weekends and holidays.

Candidates should have high school diploma with postsecondary coursework in anatomy and physiology; CPR/BLS and ACLS as required; knowledge of cardiac procedures,

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Posthigh school coursework in anatomy, physiology and medical terminology.
• Additional healthcare coursework preferred.
• Professional degree or certification as CST or LPN may be required.
• BLS and ACLS certifications required.
• Direct patient care experience in cardiovascular setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist during invasive cardiac procedures.
• Set up and operate procedural equipment.
• Deliver direct patient care to catheterization patients.
• Scrub in and circulate during procedures; monitor patient status.

Skills

Cardiac catheterization procedures

Scrubbing techniques

Circulating techniques

Patient monitoring

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Postsecondary coursework in anatomy/physiology/medical terminology

Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

BLS & ACLS certification

Tools

EKG equipment

Respiratory equipment

Job description

Overview

Are you an upcoming diagnostic radiology technologist graduate or recent graduate?

This position offers specialized care for cardiac catheterization patients at Arnett Hospital, primarily focused on scrubbing in to assist during invasive cardiac procedures, setting up and operating procedural equipment, and delivering comprehensive direct patient care. The schedule requires rotation every third weekend, coverage for one summer and one winter holiday, and rotating weekday call shifts.

Job Description

• Requires high school graduate or equivalent.
• Requires post high school course work in anatomy; physiology and medical terminology.
• Additional college coursework in health care; biological sciences or related disciplines is preferred.
• Requires professional degree or certification when commonly associated with the professional experience the candidate possesses.
• Requires Basic Life Support, (BLS) and Advanced Life Support (ACLS) certification through the AHA. Other advanced life support certifications may be required per unit/department specialty according to patient care policies.
• Requires health care experience which involves direct patient care; noninvasive cardiovascular service or directly related technical patient care experience; additional cardiovascular experience preferred.
• For example; requires minimum education and certification required to become a Certified Surgical Technologist or required licensure and appropriate degree as a Licensed Practical Nurse.
• Requires a knowledge of various cardiac catheterization procedures (over 15) and related equipment and instruments.
• Requires knowledge of scrubbing and circulating techniques in order to actively assist with cardiac catheterization procedures.
• Requires the ability to monitor patients undergoing procedures.
• Requires knowledge and operation of respiratory; EKG equipment and basic knowledge of cardiac and emergency procedures.
• Incumbent is required to be on 24 hour call for emergency procedures.

We are an equal opportunity employer. IU Health does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, national origin, gender identity and/or expression, marital status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.