Cardiology Interventional Technologist RCIS

bannerhealth; Mesa (AZ); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Banner Heart Hospital in Mesa, Arizona is seeking a Cardiology Interventional Technologist to assist in diagnostic and interventional cardiovascular procedures under physician supervision. You will scrub, circulate and monitor during cases, supporting a fast-paced EP lab with 11,000 procedures annually.

The role requires completion of a Cardiovascular Invasive program or equivalent, RCIS exam, BLS, and 2+ years in a cath lab.

Qualifications

• Minimum qualification includes completion of a Cardiovascular Invasive program or equivalent.
• RCIS exam passed; national certification and licensure as applicable.
• 2+ years of Cardiac Cath Lab experience or equivalent certification.

Responsibilities

• Under physician direction, assist in diagnostic and interventional cardiovascular procedures.
• Operate diagnostic and therapeutic equipment and ensure safe environment.
• Monitor ECG and pressure waves; assist with aseptic technique and case prep.
• Maintain confidentiality and professional responsibilities within scope of practice.
• Collaborate with physicians, nursing staff, and health care team.

Education

Cardiovascular Invasive program

RCIS exam

BLS

Job description

Primary City/State: Mesa, Arizona

Work Shift: Day

Job Category: Clinical Care

Innovation and highly trained staff. Our Non-Invasive team members play a critical role in ensuring the best care for our patients. Join a nationally recognized leader that values excellence and begin making a difference in people’s lives.

The Cardiac Cath & EP Lab at Banner Heart Hospital provides diagnostic and interventional Cardiac and Electrophysiology procedures to the adult patient population. With 5 Cardiac Cath rooms and 3 Electrophysiology rooms, we are a full-service cardiovascular lab providing minimally invasive care for coronary, peripheral, electrophysiology and structural heart patients. We are a dynamic and fast paced environment so if you are looking for an exciting career to continue your Electrophysiology experience you will want to apply for this job.

As a Cardiology Interventional Technologist, you will have the opportunity to be a part of a team that performs 11,000 procedures a year serving approximately 5,900 patients. The technologist is an integral part of the EP team and is responsible for many duties, including medical imaging responsibilities such as, scrubbing, circulating and monitoring during the procedure. The special procedure technologist is an active partner with the physician during the case and is essential to the procedure.

Work Schedule: Enjoy 3 12's between Monday-Friday, 6:30AM-7PM; Weekend, holiday and night call is required.

POSITION SUMMARY

This position, under the direction of a qualified physician, assists in performing diagnostic and interventional cardiovascular procedures on patients. Must demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide optimal care treatment to patient population.

CORE FUNCTIONS

1. Under the direction of a qualified physician assists in performing diagnostic and interventional cardiovascular procedures to treat heart disease in accordance with departmental policies and procedures. Performs/reviews a baseline patient evaluation as defined by scope of practice and facility. Evaluates patients’ response to diagnosis, interventional maneuvers and medications during procedures.
2. Operates all diagnostic and therapeutic equipment used for procedures efficiently. Demonstrates the ability to troubleshoot and notifies appropriate personnel to maintain equipment performance in area of operation. Maintains a safe environment for patients, personnel, and visitors. Adheres to all safety policies.
3. Demonstrates knowledge of procedures and techniques, i.e. knowledge of normal and abnormal ECG rhythms and/or lead changes, various hemodynamic values, normal and abnormal pressures, ST elevation/depression. Monitors and records ECG and pressure waves during the procedures. Provides other aspects of patient care as needed.
4. Demonstrates the principles of aseptic and sterile techniques as well as universal precautions throughout the procedure. Disposes of sharps and trash and places used supplies into case cart for processing. Prepares instruments for cleaning following each case.
5. Accountable for the ethical, legal, and professional responsibilities related to the scope of practice. This includes maintaining confidentiality of all work information.
6. This position works under the direction of a physician. Internal customers: Physicians, all levels of nursing management and staff, medical staff, and all other members of the interdisciplinary health care team. External customers: regulatory and health agencies, patients and family members.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma/GED or equivalent working knowledge. Completion of a Cardiovascular Invasive program or equivalent experience. BLS required. ACLS may be required depending on assignment.
• Must have successfully passed the Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist (RCIS) exams. May require national certification, American Registry of Radiologic Technologist, and licensure by state regulatory agency if applicable.
• This position requires extensive clinical knowledge typically achieved with 2+ years of experience in a Cardiac Cath Lab in a hospital setting or meeting the requirements of certification board. The position requires the ability to maintain professional decorum in highly stressful emergent situations. The position requires the ability to be conscientious, organized, and orderly and the ability to respond quickly to the needs of the health care staff and patient.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Additional related education and/or experience preferred.

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