Cath Lab Tech II

aah; Town of Grafton (WI); On-site; USD 79,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Health and welfare benefits

Flexible Spending Accounts

Adoption assistance and parental leave

Educational Assistance Program

Job summary

Advocate Health in Wisconsin is seeking an experienced cardiovascular invasive specialist to join the Interventional Cardiac Services team. You will monitor, scrub, and assist during procedures, ensuring data collection and patient safety throughout the cath lab workflow.

The role requires RCIS/CCDS/IBHRE certifications, ACLS/BLS within 6 months, an associate degree in Cardiovascular Technology, and at least two years in a cath lab. Great benefits and a collaborative environment are offered.

Qualifications

• Completion of an approved basic ECG interpretation course within three months of hire.
• Advanced technical skills in monitoring, scrubbing and panning with proficiency in both Catheterization and Electrophysiology procedures (where required).
• Demonstrated ability to quickly change priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication skills to work effectively with physicians, patients and other staff members.
• Basic computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Operates all monitoring, recording and related equipment used during procedures. Collects and prepares pertinent data for use by physician/staff.
• Supports physician and staff during procedures.
• Monitors patient electrocardiogram for cardiac dysrhythmias.
• Operates the defibrillator and performs CPR when required and assists in emergencies.
• Assists in pre/post procedure activities related to equipment and patient care and positions patient for radiographic procedures.
• Identifies cardiovascular anatomy for documentation purposes.
• Troubleshoots equipment, conducts maintenance, and handles re-sterilization processes.
• Prepares and operates imaging, angiographic, interventional and storage systems.
• Scrubs to assist physician with diagnostic, interventional and surgical procedures; mentors staff and students.
• Develops competencies and collaborates with other departments on cardiology processes.

Skills

ECG interpretation

Monitoring skills

Scrubbing

Panning

Communication skills

Basic computer skills

Education

Associate's Degree in Cardiovascular Technology

Tools

ECG equipment

Cath lab equipment

Job description

Department:

36903 AMC Grafton - Cardiac Services: Interventional

Status:

Full time

Benefits Eligible:

Yes

Hours Per Week:

36

Schedule Details/Additional Information:

Days. varying start/end times. Fair and equitable call rotation. BLS and ACLS required. Experience in Cath, EP or IR preferred.

Pay Range:

$38.20 - $57.30

Major Responsibilities:

• Operates all monitoring, recording and related equipment used during procedures. Collects and prepares pertinent data for use by physician/staff.
• Supports physician and staff during procedures.
• Monitors patient electrocardiogram for cardiac dysrhythmias.
• Operates the defibrillator and performs cardiopulmonary resuscitation when required. Provides assistance in emergency situations.
• Assists in pre and post procedure activities related to equipment and patient care. Positions patient and selects exposure factors for all radiographic procedures performed in the department.
• Identifies cardiovascular and peripheral vascular anatomy for documentation purposes.
• Performs initial troubleshooting on equipment and arranges maintenance as necessary. Performs calibration, cleaning and quality assurance measures on equipment. Prepares, delivers, and picks up reusable items for re-sterilization.
• Prepares and operates imaging, angiographic, interventional and storage systems.
• Scrubs to assist physician with diagnostic, interventional and surgical procedures with knowledge of equipment and equipment options. Must be able to work with medical staff and fellows.
• Serves as a technical resource, role model and/or preceptor for students and staff. Develops, trains and administers competencies to staff. Facilitates clinical problem solving and collaborates with other departments to provide education on managing patients after procedures and any other cardiology department processes and procedures.
• Must be able to demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served. Must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his/her age-specific needs, and to provide the care needed as described in the department's policies and procedures. Age-specific information is developed further in the departmental job standards.

Licensure, Registration, and/or Certification Required:

• Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist registration (RCIS) issued by the Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI), or
• Cardiac Device Specialist (CCDS) certification issued by the International Board of Heart Rhythm Examiners (IBHRE), or
• Electrophysiology Specialist (CEPS) certification issued by the International Board of Heart Rhythm Examiners (IBHRE), or
• Registered Cardiac Electrophysiology Specialist (RCES) certification issued by the Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI), and
• Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providerscertification issued by the American Heart Association (AHA) needs to be obtained within 6 months unless department leader has determined it is not required, and
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support certification (ACLS) issued by the American Heart Association (AHA) needs to be obtained within 6 months unless department leader has determined it is not required.

Education Required:

• Associate's Degree in Cardiovascular Technology or related field.

Experience Required:

• Typically requires 2 years of experience in a cardiac catheterization lab performing cardiac monitoring, panning and scrubbing.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required:

• Completion of an approved basic ECG interpretation course within three months of hire.
• Advanced technical skills in monitoring, scrubbing and panning with proficiency in both Catheterization and Electrophysiology procedures (where required).
• Demonstrated ability to quickly change priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication skills to work effectively with physicians, patients and other staff members.
• Basic computer skills.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

• Must be able to sit, stand, walk, lift, squat, bend, twist, and reach above shoulders frequently throughout the workday.
• Must be able to:
• - lift up to 50 lbs. from floor to waist.
• - lift up to 20 lbs. over the head.
• - carry up to 40 lbs. a reasonable distance.
• Must be able to:
• - push/pull with 30 lbs. of force.
• - perform a sliding transfer of 150 lbs. with a second person present.
• Position requires use of foot pedals on carts or machines.
• May be exposed to mechanical, electrical, chemical, and radiation hazards as well as blood and body fluids; therefore, personal protective equipment must be worn as necessary.
• Operates all equipment necessary to perform the job.

This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.

Our CommitmenttoYou:

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.

About Advocate Health

Advocate Health is the third-largest nonprofit, integrated health system in the United States, created from the combination of Advocate Aurora Health and Atrium Health. Providing care under the names Advocate Health Care in Illinois; Atrium Health in the Carolinas, Georgia and Alabama; and Aurora Health Care in Wisconsin, Advocate Health is a national leader in clinical innovation, health outcomes, consumer experience, and value-based care. Headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, Advocate Health services nearly 6 million patients and is engaged in hundreds of clinical trials and research studies, with Wake Forest University School of Medicine serving as the academic core of the enterprise. It is nationally recognized for its expertise in cardiology, neurosciences, oncology, pediatrics and rehabilitation, as well as organ transplants, burn treatments and specialized musculoskeletal programs. Advocate Health employs 155,000 teammates across 69 hospitals and over 1,000 care locations, and offers one of the nation’s largest graduate medical education programs with over 2,000 residents and fellows across more than 200 programs. Committed to providing equitable care for all, Advocate Health provides more than $6 billion in annual community benefits.