Cardiovascular Lab Specialist Registered- Cath Lab

145 The Medical Center of Central Georgia, Inc (MCCG); Macon (GA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits eligible

Job summary

Navicent Health Medical Center in Macon, GA seeks a Cath Lab technician to provide and document cardiovascular invasive lab care under physician orders. The role requires operating, monitoring and maintaining lab data and equipment, ensuring room readiness and proper supply management.

Preferred candidates hold EKG/hemodynamics competency and have Cath Lab/EP lab experience, with BLS/ACLS certifications expected within mandated timelines.

Qualifications

• Must be able to interpret EKGs and hemodynamics.
• Cardiac catheterization or electrophysiology lab experience preferred.
• Allied health professional experience in cardiology preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan, provide and document cardiovascular invasive lab patient care.
• Operate, monitor, record and maintain patient data and equipment.
• Ensure room readiness, stock, and supply management for procedures.

Skills

EKG interpretation

Hemodynamics interpretation

Team collaboration

Clinical judgment

Education

Associate or Bachelor's Degree in health science

Tools

Cath Lab equipment knowledge

Job description

Department: 36903 Navicent Health Medical Center - Cardiac Services: Interventional Status: Full time Benefits Eligible: Yes Hours Per Week: 36 Schedule Details/Additional Information: Days, varies. Cath Lab tech. Pay Range: $35.50 - $53.25

Major Responsibilities

Plans, provides, and documents care of cardiovascular invasive labs patients in accordance with physician orders and established policies and procedures; uses professional clinical judgment in assisting the physician to plan the care for the patient based on the assessment of the patient's diagnosis, needs and response to care. Operate, monitors, records, evaluates, and maintains patient information. Meets challenges of case volumes and patient care issues to ensure optimal care and outcomes; works in an organized and timely fashion by prioritizing tasks to ensure efficient and efficacious patient care. Ensures quality and accuracy of reported laboratory data; reports variances to physician and ensures that variances have been addressed; ensures all recorded data is accurate and makes corrections as needed. Operates, inspects, troubleshoots and performs routine maintenance for variety of invasive lab equipment; effectively operates all devices utilized in procedures; initiates maintenance or service request for equipment that is damaged or malfunctioning. Performs daily room QCs and notifies appropriate people of variances; prepares procedure room and equipment for daily use and each procedure; ensures that stock on hand is sufficient to accommodate routine daily case volumes; conducts in-room inventory and supply management; is aware of and stores all patient care products according to established regulations and standards. Documents, retrieves and verify data necessary for patient records. Participate in own professional development by maintaining required competencies, identifying learning needs and seeking appropriate assistance or educational offerings; support the development of other staff and formal learners. Participate in the identification of clinical or operational performance improvement opportunities activities. Adhere to standards including but not limited to unit and Navicent Health policies and procedures, regulatory standards, and patient safety goals. Serves as resource for others in use of advanced skills and collaborates with team to individualize the plan of care. Actively participates in at least one Leadership or Quality Committee within the invasive areas Serves as expert resource for performing and teaching others in any of the following innovative modalities: EP mapping systems, Percutaneous Valves, Ventricular Assist Devices (future technology considerations can be added that require significant training and proficiency to master and represent programs unique to DUHS) Demonstrates mastery of complex and varied procedures within the invasive Procedural Categories A, B, and C. (NOTE: The contents of these Procedural Categories should be referenced as an appendix for each lab area). Mentors’ others in complex and varied procedures within the invasive procedural areas. Other related duties as required.

Licensure, Registration, and/or Certification Required

RCIS, RCES, or IBHRE certification within 24 months of hire and remains in active status Basic Life Support Certification required. Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification required within 6 months of employment

Education Required

Associate or Bachelor’s Degree in a health science program (including, but not limited to, cardiovascular technology, ultrasound, radiologic technology, respiratory therapy, or nursing).

Work Experience Required

Must have documented competency in interpretation of EKG and hemodynamics. Cardiac Catheterization or Electrophysiology Lab experience preferred. Allied health professional experience in cardiology preferred

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

Must be able to use visual acuity to see monitor screen, computer, and hard copy materials. Must be able to hear and verbally communicate in person, over the phone or in meetings. Must be able to sit for prolonged periods of time (up to 2 hours). Must be able to comprehend and learn operation of various office equipment. Must have functional range of motion of the cervical, thoracic, and lumbar spines, upper and lower extremities with a grip strength of 50-60# specific to job evaluation. Must be able to forward reach, overhead reach, bend, squat, kneel and apply proper body mechanics during the transfers and transport supplies and/or equipment using proper body mechanics. Must be able to lift up to 10# specific to job evaluation.

Our Commitment to You

Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well‑being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more – so you can live fully at and away from work, including: Compensation Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job Incentive pay for select positions Opportunity for annual increases based on performance Benefits and more Paid Time Off programs Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs Educational Assistance Program Note: Eligibility for programs listed above may depend on your FTE or status (e.g., full-time, part-time, per diem, temporary, etc.); please ask a Recruiter for more information during an interview.

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