Cardiovascular Tech - Cardiac Cath Lab - Baton Rouge- Full Time

Ochsner Health System; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Ochsner Health System is seeking a Radiologic Technologist to operate the catheterization laboratory, perform fluoroscopy, monitor patient vitals, and assist physicians. The role includes preparing rooms, equipment, and patients for procedures, and transmitting digital angiography procedures to the network database. Education includes a high school diploma or equivalent, and ARRT/RCVT registration.

BLS is required; ACLS may be pursued after hire. RCIS is preferred.

Qualifications

• Requires High school diploma or equivalent.
• Must be a Registered Radiologic Technologist or Registered Cardiovascular Technologist.
• BLS certification is required; ACLS may be obtained after hire.
• RCIS certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operates monitoring and recording devices under physician direction to obtain medical data and ensure patient safety.
• Operates Radiographic fluoroscopy equipment to obtain diagnostic images.
• Orders equipment in a timely and cost-efficient manner.
• Turns on radiographic equipment in the AM.
• Assists nurse with patient check-in and adapts to diverse patient populations.
• Other related duties as required.

Skills

Computer skills

Verbal & written communication

Windows applications

Interpersonal skills

Detail-oriented

Curiosity to learn procedures

Heart & vascular catheterization

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

ARRT/RCVT registered technologist

RCIS (preferred)

BLS certification

ACLS certification obtainable after hire

Tools

Windows

Radiology/medical imaging software

Job description

We've made a lot of progress since opening the doors in 1942, but one thing has never changed - our commitment to serve, heal, lead, educate, andinnovate.Webelieve that every award earned, every record broken and every patient helped is because of the dedicated employees who fill our hallways.

At Ochsner, whether you work with patients every day or support those who do, you are making a difference and that matters. Come make a difference at Ochsner Health and discover your future today!

This job assumes responsibility for the operation of the catheterization laboratory. Operates diagnostic fluoroscopy equipment, monitors patient vitals, performs routine calculations, and assists the physician upon request. Prepares the procedure rooms, equipment, and patient for the procedure. Also assumes responsibility for the transmission and the verification of transmission of digital angiography procedures on the network database.

We've made a lot of progress since opening the doors in 1942, but one thing has never changed - our commitment to serve, heal, lead, educate, andinnovate.Webelieve that every award earned, every record broken and every patient helped is because of the dedicated employees who fill our hallways.

At Ochsner, whether you work with patients every day or support those who do, you are making a difference and that matters. Come make a difference at Ochsner Health and discover your future today!

This job assumes responsibility for the operation of the catheterization laboratory. Operates diagnostic fluoroscopy equipment, monitors patient vitals, performs routine calculations, and assists the physician upon request. Prepares the procedure rooms, equipment, and patient for the procedure. Also assumes responsibility for the transmission and the verification of transmission of digital angiography procedures on the network database.

Sign On Bonus for eligible candidates.

Education

Required – High school diploma or equivalent

Work Experience

Required -1 year radiology and angiography experience in order to become familiar with cardiovascular procedures

Certifications

Required -Registered Radiologic Technologist or Registered Cardiovascular Technologist
Current Louisiana and ARRT license

Basic Life Support Certification through the American Heart Association

Advanced Cardiac Life Support through the American Heart Association can be obtained after hired.

Preferred -RCIS certification

Knowledge Skills and Abilities (KSAs)

• Must have computer skills and dexterity required for data entry and retrieval of information.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills and the ability to present information clearly and professionally.
• Must be proficient with Windows-style applications, various software packages specific to role and keyboard.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Detail-oriented; experience performing complex tasks which may be hazardous to the patient's welfare and skills to detect equipment malfunctions.
• Interpersonal skills necessary to deal effectively and courteously with a diverse group of internal/external visitors in a highly stressful atmosphere.
• An interest and curiosity to learn new procedures.
• Knowledge of Heart and Vascular catheterization.

Job Duties

• Operates monitoring and recording devices under physician direction to obtain necessary medical data and ensure patient safety.
• Operates Radiographic fluoroscopy equipment to obtain diagnostic images of coronary artery disease and peripheral vascular disease.
• Orders equipment in a timely and cost efficient manner.
• Turns on all of the radiographic equipment in the AM.
• Assists nurse in checking patient in.
• Adapts behavior to the specific patient population, including but not limited to: respect for privacy, method of introduction to the patient, adapting explanation of services or procedures to be performed, requesting permissions and communication style.
• Other related duties as required.

Physical and Environmental Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Medium Work - Exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. (Constantly: activity or condition exists 2/3 or more of the time) to move objects. Physical demand requirements are in excess of those for Sedentary Work. Even though the weight lifted may be only a negligible amount, a job should be rated Light Work: (1) when it requires walking or standing to a significant degree; or (2) when it requires sitting most of the time but entiales pushing and/or pulling of arm or leg controls; and/or (3) when the job requires working at a production rate pace entailing the constant pushing and/or pulling of materials even though the weight of those materials is negligible. NOTE: The constant stress and strain of maintaining a production rate pace, especially in an industrial setting, can be and is physically demanding of a worker even though the amount of force exerted is negligible.

Must be able to move throughout and between facilities.
Must be able to stoop, bend, reach and grab with arms and hands, manual dexterity.
Must be able to work flexible schedule (e.g. 24/7, weekend, holiday, on call availability).

Duties performed routinely require exposure to blood, body fluid and tissue.

Because the incumbent works within a healthcare setting, there may be occupational risk for exposure to hazardous medications or hazardous waste within the environment through receipt, transport, storage, preparation, dispensing, administration, cleaning and/or disposal of contaminated waste. The risk level of exposure may increase depending on the essential job duties of the

Ochsner is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any legally protected class, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.