Invasive Cardiac Tech

UPMC; Hanover (York County); Vor Ort; USD 48.000 - 75.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Sign-on bonus $10,000 with 2-year work

Generous sign-on option for eligible新留

Zusammenfassung

UPMC Hanover is seeking an Invasive Cardiac Tech Specialist to support the Cath Lab. This full-time role requires a day shift (7am-5:30pm) with on-call, weekend and holiday coverage.

Eligible new hires may receive a $10,000 sign-on bonus with a 2-year commitment. The position involves performing imaging procedures with independent judgment, maintaining quality standards, and collaborating across departments to ensure patient safety and accurate documentation in the electronic medical record.

Qualifikationen

• ARRT Radiologic Technologist (RT-R) or RCIS certification required; CPR/BLS required; ACLS certification preferred and must be obtained within orientation period.
• Minimum 5 years experience as an invasive cardiac tech.
• Must be able to support 3 specialties within invasive cardiology (cardiology, EP, PV, Hybrid, IR or Structural Heart) and operate necessary equipment.

Aufgaben

• Support other departments as directed or assigned.
• Demonstrates knowledge of operation of equipment and supplies.
• Ensures images are coded and tracked in PACS and archived with proper charges entered.
• Maintains continuing education and competency requirements.
• Identifies patients with two identifiers and uses universal protocol during procedures.
• Documents patient history in electronic records and communicates procedures clearly to patients.

Ausbildung

ARRT Radiologic Technologist OR RCIS certification

Bachelor of Science in health care related field

Tools

PACS

Jobbeschreibung

UPMC is seeking an Invasive Cardiac Tech Specialist to support the Cath Lab at UPMC Hanover. Location: UMPC Hanover. Employment Type: Full-Time. Schedule: Day Shift 7am-5:30pm (on-call, weekend and holiday shifts are required).

We are currently offering generous Sign-On Bonus Options for eligible new hires:

• $10,000 with a 2-year work commitment
• All experience levels are welcome and encouraged to apply.

Applicants will be placed in the appropriate job title and salary from the career ladder, based on their individual experience and education.

The salary for this position is between $34.89-$54.16/hour.

Purpose

Performs imaging procedures at a technical level not requiring constant supervision. Competently performs a variety of technical procedures that require independent judgment, ingenuity and initiative.

Responsibilities

• Support other departments as directed or assigned
• Must demonstrate a basic knowledge of the operation of both equipment and supplies
• Some responsibilities may not be applicable due to specific job locations
• Ensures all images within his/her area of responsibility are properly coded and tracked through the PACS, and are properly networked to appropriate electronic record for archival and interpretation, and all charges are adequately entered for the procedures performed
• Maintains continuing education and competency requirements for position
• Identifies all patients properly by using two patient identifiers and utilizes universal protocol when performing procedures. Reviews patient history and assesses physician orders, applying specific departmental protocols for optimal results in the acquisition of data.
• Documents patient history in electronic record as required
• Demonstrates the ability to communicate instructions to patients in a clear and concise manner and explain procedures to help allay the patients fears and solicit their cooperation
• Demonstrates a strong ability to interact with both patients and co-workers, while displaying a high level of caring, listening, dignity and respect.
• Able to work as team member within the department and all other departments to expedite patient care efficiently
• Maintains point of care testing standards, including daily quality control, for devices used for procedures
• Active participant in quality improvement activities for the department
• Provides stand by call coverage, as scheduled, in accordance with system-wide stand by call procedure/policy
• Administers contrast under the direction of the procedure physician
• Demonstrates competency in functioning in the first assist position
• Fosters an environment that supports aseptic technique during procedures and patient safety with the incorporation of a time-out process
• Practices with attentiveness to radiation safety for the patient as well as others in the procedure room including appropriate use of lead shielding and monitoring devices
• Assures documentation of patient radiation exposure in electronic record.
• Demonstrate proper positioning and appropriate radiographic techniques for all diagnostic and interventional procedures. Exhibits a clear understanding of correct patient preparation, equipment operations and patient monitoring systems
• Must be able to perform all job responsibilities of the Invasive Cardiac Tech Advanced.
• Graduate of an ARRT approved school of Radiologic Technology (RT-R) or Invasive Cardiovascular Specialist (RCIS) of Invasive Cardiovascular Specialist (RCIS) certification with current credentialing maintained.
• Bachelor of Science in health care related field accepted but not required.
• Must have a minimum of 5 years experience as an invasive cardiac tech.
• Must be able to work and support 3 specialties within invasive cardiology (cardiology, EP, PV, Hybrid, IR or Structural Heart). Must be able to utilize all the equipment necessary in those 3 specialties.
• Active participation in the accreditation process for the invasive cardiology areas where applicable.
• Supports leadership with maintaining survey readiness at all times. Is an active participant in at least one hospital based team: evidence based practice, service line leadership workgroup, quality improvement, or team building activity.
• Must receive a solid or higher on most recent evaluation or HSL evaluation.

Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances

ARRT certified as a Radiologic Technologist OR Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist (RCIS) required. BLS or CPR certification is required. ACLS certification is preferred. Successful completion of ACLS certification required within orientation period.

• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
• Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
• Radiologic Technologist OR Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist
• Act 31 Child Abuse Reporting with renewal
• Act 33 with renewal
• Act 34 with renewal
• Act 73 FBI Clearance with renewal
• previous experience or school reference preferred

UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran