Invasive Cardio Tech | EP Lab | Days | University

Methodist Le Bonheur Healthcare; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Methodist Le Bonheur Healthcare in Memphis seeks an Invasive Cardio Tech to support cardiovascular diagnostic, interventional, and electrophysiology procedures. You will assist physicians, educate patients, administer medications, and help maintain lab readiness.

Ideal candidates have an accessible mix of cardiovascular technology education, BLS/ACLS/PALS and the ability to work under supervision while delivering quality care to patients and families.

Qualifications

• Required - Technical Degree or Diploma Cardiovascular Technology.
• Preferred - Associates Degree Nursing.
• Preferred - High School Diploma or Equivalent General Studies.
• Preferred - Technical Degree or Diploma Emerg Medical Tech (EMT).
• Preferred - Technical Degree or Diploma Paramedic.
• Preferred - Technical Degree or Diploma Respiratory Therapy.
• Preferred - Technical Degree or Diploma Surgical Technology.
• Preferred - Technical Degree or Diploma Ultrasound.
• Licenses and Certifications: Basic Life Support, State EMS, and various professional certifications.

Responsibilities

• Under direct supervision, assists physician during cardiovascular diagnostic, cardiac interventional or electrophysiology procedures.
• Performs scrub, monitor, or circulate during surgical procedures.
• Responds to emergencies and on-call requirements.
• Educates patients and families about procedures and post-procedure care.
• Administers contrast media and medications within policy.
• Documents care in patient records and maintains regulatory compliance.

Education

Technical Degree or Diploma Cardiovascular Technology

Associates Degree Nursing

High School Diploma or Equivalent General Studies

Technical Degree or Diploma Emerg Medical Tech (EMT)

Technical Degree or Diploma Paramedic

Technical Degree or Diploma Respiratory Therapy

Technical Degree or Diploma Surgical Technology

Technical Degree or Diploma Ultrasound

Tools

Cath lab equipment handling

Job description

If you are looking to make an impact on a meaningful scale, come join us as we embrace the Power of One!

We strive to be an employer of choice and establish a reputation for being a talent rich organization where Associates can grow their career caring for others. For over a century, we’ve served the health care needs of the people of Memphis and the Mid-South.

Under direct supervision, performs work as part of a multi-disciplinary team to perform procedures on patients undergoing cardiac diagnostic, Cardiac interventional or Electrophysiology procedures. Provides technical support in the diagnosis and treatment of heart and vascular disease. Models appropriate behavior as exemplified in MLH Mission, Vision and Values. Working at MLH means carrying the mission forward of caring for our community and impacting the lives of patients in every way through compassion, a deliberate focus on service expectations and a consistent thriving for excellence.

A Brief Overview

Under direct supervision, performs work as part of a multi-disciplinary team to perform procedures on patients undergoing cardiac diagnostic, Cardiac interventional or Electrophysiology procedures. Provides technical support in the diagnosis and treatment of heart and vascular disease. Models appropriate behavior as exemplified in MLH Mission, Vision and Values.

What you will do

• Under direct supervision, assists physician/surgeon during cardiovascular diagnostic, cardiac interventional or Electrophysiology procedures. In rotation with the multi-disciplinary team, performs the responsibilities of scrub, monitor, or circulate during surgical procedures.
• Must be available for on-call if required in designated area and respond within the designated time frame for emergency procedures.
• Educates the patient and/or patient’s family about the procedure before, during, and after the procedure. Provides instructions and information on post-procedure limitations and restrictions. Observes, evaluates, and reports changes in the patient’s condition to the RN or physician. Initiates emergency procedures and protocols as needed.
• Administers contrast media and medications within the scope of limitations and consistent with medication administration practices and policies.
• Performs a variety of testing to assist with diagnosis and treatment. Collects, labels, processes, stores, and transports specimens in accordance with procedures. Performs 12-lead EKGs, identifies cardiac rhythms, and recognizes lethal arrythmias.
• Documents care delivered in the patient’s medical record in accordance with policy and procedure for the department.
• Responsible for monitoring and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements, quality standards, compliance activities, and policies and procedures.
• Provides support in the preparation, care, maintenance, and availability of cath lab or electrophysiology lab supplies and equipment.
• Performs other job functions as assigned or requested.

Education/Formal Training Requirements

• Required - Technical Degree or Diploma Cardiovascular Technology
• Preferred - Associates Degree Nursing
• Preferred - High School Diploma or Equivalent General Studies
• Preferred - Technical Degree or Diploma Emerg Medical Tech (EMT)
• Preferred - Technical Degree or Diploma Paramedic
• Preferred - Technical Degree or Diploma Respiratory Therapy
• Preferred - Technical Degree or Diploma Surgical Technology
• Preferred - Technical Degree or Diploma Ultrasound
• Preferred - Technical Degree or Diploma Ultrasound

Work Experience Requirements

• Required - No prior work experience
• Preferred - Cath Lab 7-9 years
• Preferred - Respiratory care 1-3 years

Licenses and Certifications Requirements

• Required - BASIC LIFE SUPPORT - American Heart Association
• Required - Emergency Medical Personnel Tennessee - Tennessee Emergency Medical Services Division
• Preferred - Certified Surgical Technologist - National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting
• Preferred - EMT-Basic Mississippi - Mississippi State Department of Health
• Preferred - Registered Nurse Mississippi - Mississippi Board of Nursing
• Preferred - Registered Nurse Tennessee - Tennessee Board of Nursing
• Preferred - Registered Respiratory Therapist - Mississippi - Mississippi State Department of Health
• Preferred - Advanced Emergency Medical Personnel - Tennessee - Tennessee Emergency Medical Services Division
• Preferred - Certified Respiratory Care Therapist - Tennessee - Tennessee Board of Respiratory Care
• Preferred - Tech in Surgery TS-C - National Center for Competency Testing
• Preferred - Pediatric Advanced Life Support - American Heart Association
• Preferred - Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support - American Heart Association
• Preferred - Paramedic Mississippi - Mississippi State Department of Health
• Preferred - Licensed Practical Nurse - Mississippi - Mississippi Board of Nursing
• Preferred - Certified Respiratory Therapist-Mississippi - Mississippi State Department of Health Professional Licensure Division
• Preferred - Licensed Practical Nurse - Tennessee - Tennessee Board of Nursing
• Preferred - Registered Respiratory Therapist - Tennessee - Tennessee Board of Respiratory Care
• Preferred - Registered Cardiac Electrophysiology Specialist - Cardiovascular Credentialing International
• Preferred - Certified Surgical First Assistant - National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting
• Preferred - Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist - Cardiovascular Credentialing International

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Proficient and certified in basic and advanced cardiac life support (ACLS) or pediatric advanced life support (PALS) if working with children is preferred, OR certification must be obtained within 6 months of hire.
• Must demonstrate the ability & desire to learn and practice clinical competencies of the Invasive Cardio Tech.
• Ability to effectively relate and communicate with internal and external customers.
• Ability to organize multiple tasks and projects and maintain control of workflow.

Supervision Provided by this Position

• There are no supervisory or lead responsibilities assigned to this position.

Physical Demands

• The physical activities of this position may include climbing, pushing, standing, hearing, walking, reaching, grasping, kneeling, stooping, and repetitive motion.
• Must have good balance and coordination.
• The physical requirements of this position are: heavy work - exerting up to 100 lbs. of force occasionally and/or up to 50 lbs. of force frequently.
• Will be required to wear lead apron for extended periods of time.
• The Associate is required to have close visual acuity including color, depth perception, and field of vision to perform an activity, such as assessing patients, preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; or extensive reading.
• Frequent invasive and non-invasive patient contact.
• Exposure to patient body fluids as well as exposure to hazardous or poisonous materials.
• Ability to react quickly to emergency situations.

Our Associates are passionate about what they do, the service they provide and the patients they serve. We value family, team and a Power of One culture that requires commitment to the highest standards of care and unity.

Boasting one of the South's largest medical centers, Memphis blends a friendly community, a thriving and growing downtown, and a low cost of living. We see each day as a new opportunity to make a difference in the lives of the people in our community.