Cath Lab Technologist

15900 St Marys Hospital and Medical Center Inc; United States; On-site; USD 5,395,000 - 8,323,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Job summary

Intermountain Health is seeking a CV Invasive Specialist I in Grand Junction, Colorado to support cath lab procedures. You will scrub, circulate and monitor diagnostic, interventional and CRM cases with a team of RNs and techs.

The role emphasizes patient education, safety, and precise documentation while using Epic and MacLab for data entry and imaging. A relevant health science degree and licenses are required, with on-site clinical responsibilities and on-call shifts.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in health science from an accredited institution.
• Current healthcare license where applicable (Rad Tech state license as required).
• One year of health care experience in Cath Lab/EP or related area preferred.

Responsibilities

• Scrub, circulate, and monitor in diagnostic, interventional, and CRM procedures.
• Process imaging studies and hemodynamic data for reports.
• Document procedural events and registry requirements.
• Provide patient education and emotional support to patients and families.
• Operate and troubleshoot Cardiac Catheterization Lab equipment.

Skills

Patient Care

Decision Making

Procedural Help

Patient Education

Equipment Operation

Analytical Thinking

Initiative

Teamwork

Communication

Health Literacy

Education

Bachelor's degree in health science

Rad Tech license or equivalent

Clinical healthcare experience

Tools

Epic

MacLab

Job description

Job Description: The CV Invasive Specialist I performs duties necessary for cardiac catheterization procedures at a technical and professional level requiring some proctoring and supervision of technical detail. The Specialist I performs a variety of technical procedures that require some independent judgment. The CV Invasive Specialist I assumes responsibility and initiative for designated areas and procedures as required. Follows Alliance of Cardiovascular Professionals (ACVP) Scope of Practice or for Electrophysiology the NASPE Standards of Professional Practice for the Allied Professional in Pacing and Electrophysiology.

Shift Details: 36 hours per week; 4x 9-hour shifts Share on call obligations on nights, weekends, and holidays (requires 30-minute response time) Regular Lab hours are 7:00am-4:30pm Monday- Friday Call hours 4:30pm-7:00am with 24-hour coverage Saturday, Sunday and holidays Unit Details: We care for patients undergoing Cardiac, Electrophysiology, and Structural Heart procedures 4 state of the art cath labs plus one hybrid room Collaborative respectful culture with a tight-knit and cohesive team 3 person teams including an RN, a scrub tech, and an additional tech or nurse Documentation via Epic and MacLab Combination of RN conscious sedation and anesthesia.

What does it mean to be a caregiver with Intermountain? Check out this video and learn more and discover the “Power of We.” Are you ready to take your career to the next level in a dynamic and innovative cardiovascular environment? As a CV Invasive Specialist at Intermountain Health, you will play a vital role in supporting our clinical team, ensuring our patients receive the best care.

Essential Functions

• Participate in procedure room preparation and post procedure turn around.
• Develop specific knowledge with regard to invasive, diagnostic, and interventional supplies which includes assisting in inventory control.
• Develops specific knowledge of applications, proper use and deployment techniques including documenting hemodynamic recordings, calculations, and interpretations.
• Provide patient education and emotional support for patients and their family members; ensure patient comfort.
• Foster teamwork and cohesiveness with team members and physicians.
• Develop knowledge specific to cardiopulmonary pathophysiology, pharmacology, anatomic anomalies, and treatment options.
• Assess the condition of the patient, document, and inform physician of deviations from normal criteria throughout the procedure.
• Understand and apply principles of x-ray generation and safety.
• Understand and demonstrate the correct operation of imaging equipment.
• May mix and administer medications under the direction and supervision of the physician (RCIS or RCES is required to pass medications).
• Pursuant to state laws.
• At the end of the procedure, may apply closure device, suture the sheath in place, or remove the sheath and apply pressure to obtain hemostasis.
• Provide thorough and accurate documentation of each procedure and associated events.
• Develop skills in operating, calibrating, and troubleshooting equipment in the Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory.
• Perform point of care testing and QA.

Accountabilities

• Scrub, circulate, and monitor in diagnostic, interventional, and CRM procedures according to scope of practice documents.
• Complete procedure data entry; acquire and process imaging studies, hemodynamic assessment and calculations, intra-procedure CathPCI registry requirements, and prepare procedural reports.

Skills

• Patient Assessment and Monitoring
• Sound Decision Making
• Procedural Assistance
• Patient Education
• Equipment Operation and Troubleshooting
• Analytical and Critical Thinking
• Taking Initiative
• Relationship building
• Health Language Fluency
• Communication and Collaboration

Minimum Qualifications

Basic Life Support Certification (BLS) for healthcare providers. PALS certification for children's hospitals or ACLS certification for adults. New employees must obtain within 3 months of start. Bachelor's degree in health science with six months of health care experience (e.g., Cath Lab, EP, EMT, Paramedic, CNA, Surgical tech) - or – Graduate of a Radiologic Technology, Cardiovascular Technology, Respiratory Therapy, or Nursing program - or – Graduate of a diploma or associate program in health science with one year of health care experience (e.g., Cath Lab, EP, EMT, Paramedic, Surgical tech, RN/LPN) - or – Graduate of a non-programmatically accredited program in invasive cardiovascular technology which has a minimum of one year of specialty training and includes a minimum of 800 clinical hours. Education must be obtained from an accredited institution. Degree will be verified. Intermediate computer skills. Current license, where applicable. - and- Surgical Tech/Assistant Certification per state requirements Rad Tech state license per state requirements (Montana)

Preferred Qualifications

2 years of CV Invasive Training experience. Fluoroscopy Operator Certification per state requirements (Colorado) within 3 months of hire.

Physical Requirements

Ongoing need for employee to see and read information, labels, assess patient needs, operate monitors, identify equipment and supplies. Frequent interactions with patient care providers, patients, and visitors that require employee to verbally communicate as well as hear and understand spoken information, alarms, needs, and issues quickly and accurately, particularly during emergency situations. Manual dexterity of hands and fingers to manipulate complex and delicate equipment with precision and accuracy. This includes frequent computer use and typing for documenting patient care, accessing needed information, medication preparation, etc. Expected to lift and utilize full range of movement to transfer patients. Will also bend to retrieve, lift, and carry supplies and equipment. Typically includes items of varying weights, up to and including heavy items. Need to walk and assist with transporting/ambulating patients and obtaining and distributing supplies and equipment. This includes pushing/pulling gurneys and portable equipment, including heavy items. Often required to navigate crowded and busy rooms (full of equipment, power cords on the floor, etc.) May be expected to stand in a stationary position for an extended period of time. For roles requiring driving: Expected to drive a vehicle which requires sitting, seeing and reading signs, traffic signals, and other vehicles.

Location

Location: St. Marys Regional Hospital Work City: Grand Junction Work State: Colorado Scheduled Weekly Hours: 36 The hourly range for this position is listed below. Actual hourly rate dependent upon experience. $39.16 - $60.42

Benefits

We care about your well-being – mind, body, and spirit – which is why we provide our caregivers a generous benefits package that covers a wide range of programs to foster a sustainable culture of wellness that encompasses living healthy, happy, secure, connected, and engaged.

Legal Information

By applying for a position with Intermountain, I acknowledge that I will comply with all applicable Intermountain policies and expectations. If applying for a remote or hybrid role, this includes remote work expectations related to confidentiality, information security, work schedules, conflicts of interest, and use of company equipment. I further acknowledge that outside employment or activities may not interfere with job responsibilities or create a conflict of interest with Inter