Technol Cardiovascular-Cath Lab

UF Health; Saint Augustine (FL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

UF Health in Saint Augustine is looking for a Cardiovascular Technologist II to deliver patient care in the Cardiac Cath Lab. The role requires technical decision-making and conflict resolution within a fast-paced environment while assisting physicians and ensuring patient comfort.

The ideal candidate will have an Associate's Degree in Cardiovascular Technology or equivalent experience along with BLS and ACLS certifications. This position offers a chance to work in a multi-modality setting with exposure to various cardiac procedural modalities.

Qualifications

• Minimum of five years’ experience as a Cath Lab Technologist in lieu of diploma.
• 0-1 year as CV Technologist is required with a Degree.
• BLS and ACLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care in Cardiac Cath Lab.
• Assist physician during invasive and non-invasive procedures.
• Complete patient/procedure paperwork accurately.

Skills

Technical decision-making

Conflict resolution

Education

Associates Degree in Cardiovascular Technology

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

Overview

The Cardiovascular Technologist II provides appropriate patient care in Cardiac Cath Lab. Circulates, scrubs, and records diagnostic and interventional procedures for adult interventional, heart failure, and pulmonary services. Operates appropriate medical equipment and software. Interacts professionally with patients and staff. Cardiovascular Technologist II is a multi-modality position and may be assigned to work in a variety of locations, assist other cardiac procedural modalities.

Responsibilities

• Must have the knowledge to make quick and highly technical decisions in order to accommodate the changing work environments.
• Be able to resolve conflict and endure the pressures associated with a changing work environment.

Assists physician as necessary to provide support during invasive as well as non-invasive procedures. Educates patient regarding pending procedure and answers all questions and concerns to the patient’s satisfaction. Provides patient assistance for personal care including ambulation, bathing, dietary needs, toileting and transfer. Ensures patient safety and comfort with regards to table pads and back support in preparation and during procedure. Seeks pertinent information related to patient and assists with provision of care based on physical, psychosocial, educational, safety and related criteria appropriate to the age of the patients served in his/her assigned area. Accurately completes all patient/procedure paperwork. Completes orders in EMR within the allotted time frame. Utilizes appropriate aseptic techniques to prevent contamination and transfer of infections. Based on assessment, notifies medical staff of problems/concerns.

Qualifications

Education: Associates Degree Cardiovascular Technology, Respiratory Therapist, or Radiologic Technology. In lieu of education requirements, a minimum of five (5) years’ experience as a Cath Lab Technologist.

Experience Requirements: 0-1 year CV Technologist (with Degree).

Certificates/Licenses/Registration:

• BLS provided by the American Heart Association (AHA), required within 30 days of hire.
• ACLS provided by the American Heart Association (AHA), required within 3 months of hire.
• Basic Life Support (BLS)
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)