Cardiovascular Specialist - Cath Lab

UNC Health Care; British Woods (NC); On-site; USD 39,385 - 56,605; Part time

Job summary

A regional healthcare provider in British Woods, NC is seeking a dedicated professional to assist with cardiovascular procedures. Responsibilities include documenting patient assessments, explaining procedures, and operating diagnostic imaging equipment. Ideal candidates will possess an associate degree related to cardiovascular procedures and relevant certifications such as RCIS, RRT, or RDCS. A minimum of one-year experience in invasive procedures or two years of healthcare experience is required. This per diem position offers hourly pay based on experience, and the schedule is primarily daytime with onsite work requirements.

Qualifications

• At least one year experience in invasive procedures or two years relevant healthcare experience.
• Certification in RCIS, RRT, or RDCS required.
• Current teammates hired before Dec 9, 2022 are not required to hold certification.

Responsibilities

• Documents history and physical assessment for patients undergoing procedures.
• Explains procedures and treatments to patients.
• Operates diagnostic imaging equipment to produce radiographs.

Skills

Language Skills

Mathematical Skills

Reasoning Ability

Education

Associate's degree or graduation from a cardiovascular related program

Tools

Diagnostic imaging equipment

Multichannel physiological monitor

Job description

Description

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Summary

Consults with, monitors, and performs tests on patients undergoing cardiovascular procedures.

Responsibilities

• Documents history and physical assessment for patients undergoing procedures within the cath lab.
• Explains procedures and treatments to patients to gain patient cooperation and understanding and allay apprehension.
• Prepares patient for procedure by positioning and using appropriate equipment.
• Operates diagnostic imaging equipment to produce contrast‑enhanced radiographs of heart and cardiovascular system (angiocardiograms).
• Operates multichannel physiological monitor to measure and record functions of cardiovascular and pulmonary systems of patient during cardiac catherization.
• Observes patient, records significant conditions and reactions. Communicates with physician regarding patient's condition and reaction to drugs, treatments, and other significant incidents.
• Assists Physician in diagnostic and interventional procedures.
• Provides technical assistance as needed.
• Complies with departmental, hospital, and regulatory policies and procedures.
• Accepts responsibility for personal growth and development and professional accountability.

Education Requirements

• Associate's degree (A.A.) or graduation from a cardiovascular related program required.

Licensure / Certification Requirements

• RCIS, RRT, or RDCS required.
• ACLS, ARRT, RESP CARE preferred.

Professional Experience Requirements

• At least one year experience in invasive procedures or two years relevant healthcare experience.
• Note: Current teammates hired before Dec 9, 2022 are not required to hold RCIS, RRT, or RDCS certification.
• Teammates who received their RCIS certification prior to January 1, 2017 may qualify with five (5) years of experience in lieu of their Associate's degree.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities Requirements

• Language Skills: Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.
• Mathematical Skills: Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.
• Reasoning Ability: Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.

Job Details

Legal Employer: NCHEALTH

Entity: Caldwell Memorial Hospital

Organization Unit: Cardiac Cath

Work Type: Per Diem

Standard Hours Per Week: 4.00

Salary Range: $28.59 – $41.09 per hour (Hiring Range)

Pay offers are determined by experience and internal equity.

Work Assignment Type: Onsite

Work Schedule: Day Job

Location of Job: US:NC:Lenoir

Exempt From Overtime: No

Equal Opportunity Statement

Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

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