Cardiology Tech RCIS

Banner Health; Mesa (AZ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Banner Desert Medical Center in Mesa, AZ is seeking a Cardiology Tech to support diagnostic and interventional cardiovascular procedures. The role involves scrubbing, circulating, and monitoring, with opportunities to grow into Special Procedures Tech.

Requirements include a high school diploma or GED, BLS certification, and 2+ years in a clinical setting. Prior Cardiac Cath Lab experience and RCIS certification are preferred. 4x10-hour days with night/holiday/weekend call are typical.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• BLS certification required; ACLS may be required depending on assignment.
• 2+ years of clinical experience in a hospital setting.

Responsibilities

• Assists during diagnostic and interventional cardiovascular procedures to treat heart disease.
• Prepares patients and work area for procedures; pulls instruments and supplies.
• Demonstrates knowledge of ECG rhythms, pressures, and hemodynamics during procedures.
• Maintains sterile technique and proper waste handling before/after cases.
• Stocks, replenishes supplies and cleans work areas.
• Adheres to safety policies and confidentiality; maintains professionalism.
• Works under direction of physician and collaborates with health care team.

Skills

Cardiology tech knowledge

ECG interpretation

Patient care

Education

High school diploma/GED

RCIS certification preferred

Tools

RCIS Certification

Job description

Primary City/State:

Mesa, Arizona

Department Name:

Cardiac Cath Lab-Hosp

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.

We are a dynamic and fast paced environment so if you are looking for a and exciting career to continue your Cath Lab or Electrophysiology experience you will want to apply for this job.

As a Cardiology Tech, 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 team and will be trained to assist with many duties, including scrubbing, circulating and monitoring during the procedure. During this experience you will be able to gain experience that will help you move into one of the greatest growing careers, Special Procedures Tech.

Location : Banner Desert Medical Center

Full-Time: 4 10-hour shifts; 6:30AM - 5:00PM

Call: Night, Holiday and Weekend Call;

Located on an 80-acre campus in Mesa, Arizona, Banner Desert Medical Center is one of Arizona's largest and most comprehensive hospitals and was recognized by U.S. News and World Report as one of Phoenix's Best Hospitals. We provide an abundance of exceptional opportunities with more than 700 licensed beds, including over 100 dedicated to children and 76 dedicated to our NICU. Areas of excellence include high-risk pregnancy and neonatal care, obstetrics and gynecology, pediatrics, cardiology, oncology and emergency medicine. With 33 operating rooms, we offer a full range of surgical specialties and advanced technology that includes the da Vinci Surgical System. Becker’s Hospital Review named Banner Desert Medical Center as one of the top 50 busiest Emergency departments in the country.

If you aim to deliver top-tier care to the most vulnerable patients, consider joining Banner Children's Hospital at Desert in Mesa, Arizona. Within our over 200 bed, state-of-the-art facility, specially trained nurses, physicians and other clinical professionals utilize the most advanced technology - including iCare ICU monitoring and robotic surgery - to provide high quality, child-friendly, family-centered care. Our facilities feature a 76-bed NICU, a 24-bed PICU, six pediatric ORs and a 22-bed ED. We also offer dedicated pediatric rehab, radiology, oncology and hematology capabilities. With clinical diversity, exceptional training programs and a supportive culture, this is a place where you can grow in your career as you help our very special patients.

POSITION SUMMARY

This position assists physicians and collaborates with other health professionals during the performance of diagnostic and interventional cardiovascular procedures. Must demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide optimal care treatment to patient population.

CORE FUNCTIONS

1. Assists during the performance of diagnostic and interventional cardiovascular procedures to treat heart disease in accordance with departmental policies and procedures.
2. Prepares patients and work area for procedures in accordance with departmental policies. Pulls appropriate instruments and supplies and ensures good working order of instruments. Reviews case for correct instruments and supplies. Plans ahead for upcoming case needs.
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. Participates in stocking, replenishing supplies and cleaning.
6. Accountable for the ethical, legal, and professional responsibilities related to the scope of practice. This includes maintaining confidentiality of all work information. Adheres to all safety policies.
7. This position works under the direction of a physician or other health care professional. 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.

Certification for BLS required. ACLS may be required depending on assignment.

This position requires clinical knowledge typically achieved with 2+ years of experience in a clinical setting. 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

Previous experience working in a Cardiac Cath Lab and certification as a Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist (RCIS) preferred.

Additional related education and/or experience preferred.

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