Cardiac Catheterization Technologist

Geisinger; Wilkes-Barre (Luzerne County); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits starting day one

Medical, dental, and vision plans

Tuition reimbursement up to $5,000 per

Paid time off (PTO)

Retirement plan with company match

Wellness programs

Job summary

Geisinger is seeking an experienced Cardiovascular Lab Technologist to provide technical assistance during diagnostic and interventional cardiac catheterizations, ensuring patient care before, during, and after procedures. You will manage hemostasis and monitor hemodynamics in a fast-paced environment.

Required RCIS and ACLS/BLS/PALS within specified timelines; the role includes training responsibilities and potential involvement in clinical research within Geisinger Medical Center's cardiac

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited cardiovascular technology, Radiologic Technology, or allied health program.
• RCIS certification required within 3 years of employment.
• BLS required within 6 months of hire.
• ACLS required within 6 months of hire.
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support required within 6 months of hire (Geisinger Medical Center campus only)

Responsibilities

• Assists the physician with adult and pediatric cardiac catheterizations including procedures and techniques listed.
• Practice of sterile technique preparing for procedure including scrubbing, gowning, gloving, draping and setup of instrument table.
• Performs emergency therapeutic maneuvers during procedures.
• Initiates life support techniques in cardiac/respiratory arrest (CPR, defibrillation, temporary pacing, airway management).
• Assists with ongoing clinical research trials in the cardiac catheterization lab.
• Records, monitors, and assesses hemodynamic data during catheterizations.
• Responsible for primary and secondary hemostasis during and after procedure.
• Operates and maintains quality control of hemodynamic recording devices, fluoroscopy, cine-angiography equipment and related systems.
• Exhibits knowledge of all related equipment; assists with training of staff and students.
• Preparation of arterial lines.
• Performs appropriate billing for services rendered or equipment used in catheterization.
• Collects and analyzes arterial/venous blood samples including specimens sent to lab and blood gases.

Skills

RCIS certification

BLS certification

ACLS certification

PALS certification

Education

Associate's Degree-Healthcare Related Degree

Specialty Training Program

Job description

Job Summary

Provides technical assistance to performing physician during diagnostic and interventional cardiac catheterizations, structural heart procedures, and other related procedures. Responsible for direct care of patient during procedure as well as management of hemostasis post procedure. Meets the qualifications to provide care for patients in the specific age range in their assigned laboratory.

Job Summary

Provides technical assistance to performing physician during diagnostic and interventional cardiac catheterizations, structural heart procedures, and other related procedures. Responsible for direct care of patient during procedure as well as management of hemostasis post procedure. Meets the qualifications to provide care for patients in the specific age range in their assigned laboratory.

Job Duties

• Assists the physician with adult and pediatric cardiac catheterizations including but not limited to the following procedures and techniques: myocardial biopsy, transluminal coronary angioplasty and stenting, rotational atherectomy, temporary pacemaker insertion, pericardiocentesis, Swan-Ganz catheter insertion, cardiac assist device insertion, percutaneous valvuloplasty, percutaneous valve implantation, peripheral vascular diagnostic and interventional procedures.
• Practice of sterile technique preparing for procedure including scrubbing, applying surgical gown, gloving, draping and setup of instrument table.
• Performs emergency therapeutic maneuvers during procedures.
• Initiates life support techniques in the event of a cardiac and respiratory arrest including CPR, defibrillation, temporary pacemaker insertion and airway management.
• Assists with ongoing clinical research trials pertinent to the cardiac catheterization laboratory.
• Records, monitors, and assesses hemodynamic data collected during catheterizations.
• Responsible for primary and secondary hemostasis during and after procedure.
• Operates and ensures the quality control of hemodynamic recording devices, fluoroscopy and cine-angiographic x-ray equipment, oxygen consumption equipment, and blood analysis equipment.
• Exhibits extensive knowledge of all related equipment within the catheterization laboratory.
• Assists with the training and orientation of students, techs, cardiology fellows, and cardiac catheterization technologists new to the department.
• Preparation of arterial lines.
• Performs appropriate billing for services rendered or equipment used as related to cardiac catheterization.
• Collection and analysis of arterial and venous blood samples including specimens sent to laboratory, blood gases, and saturations.
• Participates in Joint Commission-mandated educational programs.

Work is typically performed in a clinical environment. Accountable for satisfying all job specific obligations and complying with all organization policies and procedures. The specific statements in this profile are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements considered necessary to successfully perform the job. Additional competencies and skills outlined in any department-specific orientation will be considered essential to the performance of the job related to that position.

Position Details

Hiring Incentive

This position qualifies for a $15,000 sign-on bonus paid over two years. Certain stipulations do apply.

Required Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited cardiovascular technology, Radiologic Technology, or allied health program required
• RCIS certification required within 3 years of employment
• BLS required within 6 months of hire
• ACLS required within 6 months of hire
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support required within 6 months of hire (Geisinger Medical Center campus only)

Preferred Backgrounds

While not required, the following backgrounds are preferred or may be considered as related experience:

• Radiologic Technologist with active ARRT certification
• Respiratory Therapist with at least two (2) years of experience
• Certified Surgical Technologist with at least two (2) years of experience

Benefits Of Working At Geisinger

• Full benefits (health, dental and vision) starting on day one
• Three medical plan choices, including an expanded network for out-of-area employees and dependents
• Pre-tax savings plans with healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts (FSA) and a health savings account (HSA)
• Company-paid life insurance, short-term disability, and long-term disability coverage
• 401(k) plan that includes automatic Geisinger contributions
• Generous paid time off (PTO) plan that allows you to accrue time quickly
• Up to $5,000 in tuition reimbursement per calendar year
• MyHealth Rewards wellness program to improve your health while earning a financial incentive
• Family-friendly support including adoption and fertility assistance, parental leave pay, military leave pay and a free Care.com membership with discounted backup care for your loved ones
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Referrals for childcare, eldercare, & pet care. Access free legal guidance, mental health visits, work-life support, digital self-help tools and more.
• Voluntary benefits including accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, identity theft protection, universal life and pet and legal insurance

Education

Graduate from Specialty Training Program- (Required), Associate's Degree-Healthcare Related Degree (Preferred)

Experience

Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist (RCIS) within 3 years - Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI); Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification within 6 months - American Heart Association (AHA); Basic Life Support Certification - Default Issuing Body

OUR PURPOSE & VALUES:

Everything we do is about caring for our patients, our members, our students, our Geisinger family and our communities. KINDNESS: We strive to treat everyone as we would hope to be treated ourselves. EXCELLENCE: We treasure colleagues who humbly strive for excellence. LEARNING: We share our knowledge with the best and brightest to better prepare the caregivers for tomorrow. INNOVATION: We constantly seek new and better ways to care for our patients, our members, our community, and the nation. SAFETY: We provide a safe environment for our patients and members and the Geisinger family. We offer healthcare benefits for full time and part time positions from day one, including vision, dental and domestic partners. Perhaps just as important, from senior management on down, we encourage an atmosphere of collaboration, cooperation and collegiality. We know that a diverse workforce with unique experiences and backgrounds makes our team stronger. Our patients, members and community come from a wide variety of backgrounds, and it takes a diverse workforce to make better health easier for all. We are proud to be an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran.