Peds Cardiovascular Technologist II

Medical University of South Carolina; Orleans Estates (SC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

The MUSC Pediatric Cardiac Cath and EP Lab seeks a Pediatric Interventional Cardiovascular Technologist II to perform and assist complex interventional radiographic procedures across neonate to adult congenital patients. You will operate with initiative, ensuring safe use of ionizing radiation and maintaining high technical competency.

Responsibilities include supporting heart catheterization, EP studies, and ablations under limited supervision, reporting to the Cath Lab Supervisor and Imaging

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of Radiologic Sciences, RT or an accredited school for Cardiovascular Technology/CVT.
• ARRT, CVIS, CRT or CVT certification; current BLS, PALS and ACLS (maybe completed in first 6 months)
• Cath lab or Cardiovascular specialty certification preferred

Responsibilities

• Perform and assist complex interventional radiographic procedures in pediatric to adult congenital patients.
• Ensure safe use of ionizing radiation and maintain high technical competency during all procedures.
• Work under limited supervision reporting to the Cath Lab Supervisor and Imaging Manager; participate in Imaging Ladder program as required.

Skills

Cardiovascular anatomy

Cardiovascular physiology

Interventional radiology procedures

Education

RT or CVT (Radiologic Technologist / Cardiovascular Technician)

ARRT, CVIS, CRT or CVT certifications

Current BLS, PALS and ACLS

Tools

ARRT certification

CVIS certification

CRT or CVT certification

Job description

Job Description Summary

The Pediatric Interventional Cardiology Cardiovascular Technologist II for the Pediatric Catheterization Lab reports to the Cath Lab Supervisor and Interventional Cardiology and Imaging Manager. Under limited supervision, the Pediatric Interventional Cardiology Radiologic Technologist III performs and assists complex technical procedures, operates at a high-level of technical competency and models the ability to act with initiative and ingenuity under limited supervision. This role is responsible for the safe use of ionizing radiation for special cardiovascular, EP, and interventional procedures on a population ranging from the neonate to the geriatric patient. This position functions proficiently during all heart catheterization, electrophysiology studies, ablations and other cardiovascular interventional radiographic procedures. This role commands a strong knowledge of normal and abnormal cardiovascular anatomy and physiology.

Entity

Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA)

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type

Regular

Cost Center

CC000320 CHS - Cath Lab - 3 (SJCH)

Pay Rate Type

Hourly

Pay Grade

Health-28

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Work Shift

Day Shift7a-3:30p M-F (40 hours a week) plus on call

Hours Per Week

40

Job Description

Job Summary: The MUSC Pediatric Cardiac Cath and EP Lab consists of two state-of-the-art labs, with capability to perform hybrid OR procedures all supported by a dedicated Cardiac Prep and Recovery unit. The Pediatric Interventional Cardiovascular Technologist II for the Pediatric Catheterization Lab reports to the Cath Lab Supervisor and Interventional Cardiology and Imaging Manager. Under limited supervision, the RT performs and assists complex technical procedures, operates at a high-level of technical competency and models the ability to act with initiative and ingenuity under limited supervision. This role is responsible for special cardiovascular, EP, and interventional procedures on a population ranging from the neonate to the adult congenital cardiac patient. This position functions proficiently during all heart catheterization, electrophysiology studies, ablations and other cardiovascular interventional radiographic procedures. This role commands a strong knowledge of normal and abnormal cardiovascular anatomy and physiology.

Minimum Training and Education

Graduate of an accredited school of Radiological Sciences, RT or an accredited school for Cardiovascular Technology/CVT

Licenses/Certifications:

• ARRT, CVIS, CRT or CVT
• Current BLS certification (or completed within the first 30 days), PALS and ACLS (maybe completed in first 6 months)
• Cath lab or Cardiovascular specialty certification preferred

Additional Job Description

Education: Graduation from an accredited school of radiologic technology.

Experience: At least two years of modality specific experience. Must have successfully complete the Imaging Specialist Clinical Ladder Program and be endorsed as a level III. Must complete the revalidation process annually with work area leadership to remain as a level III. Registration/Certification: Must be registered with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT). Licensure from the South Carolina Radiation Quality Standards Association is required. Current Basic Life Support (BLS) required, either a certification from an American Heart Association (AHA) BLS for Healthcare Providers (or AHA recognized equivalent) or an American Red Cross CPR/AED for Professional Rescuer and Healthcare Provider. Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) preferred. Skill set: Fully competent in advanced modality skill sets and flexible to rotate.

Physical Requirements

• Mobility & Posture

• Standing: Continuous

• Sitting: Continuous

• Walking: Continuous

• Climbing stairs: Infrequent

• Working indoors: Continuous

• Working outdoors (temperature extremes): Infrequent

• Working from elevated areas: Frequent

• Working in confined/cramped spaces: Frequent

• Kneeling: Infrequent

• Bending at the waist: Continuous

• Twisting at the waist: Frequent

• Squatting: Frequent

• Manual Dexterity & Strength

• Pinching operations: Frequent

• Gross motor use (fingers/hands): Continuous

• Firm grasping (fingers/hands): Continuous

• Fine manipulation (fingers/hands): Continuous

• Reaching overhead: Frequent

• Reaching in all directions: Continuous

• Repetitive motion (hands/wrists/elbows/shoulders): Continuous

• Full use of both legs: Continuous

• Balance & coordination (lower extremities): Frequent

• Lifting & Force Requirements

• Lift/carry 50 lbs. unassisted: Infrequent

• Lift/lower 50 lbs. from floor to 36”: Infrequent

• Lift up to 25 lbs. overhead: Infrequent

• Exert up to 50 lbs. of force: Frequent

• Examples:

• Transfer 100 lb. non-ambulatory patient = 50 lbs. force

• Push 400 lb. patient in wheelchair on carpet = 20 lbs. force

• Push patient stretcher one-handed = 25 lbs. force

• Vision & Sensory

• Maintain corrected vision 20/40 (one or both eyes): Continuous

• Recognize objects (near/far): Continuous

• Color discrimination: Continuous

• Depthperception: Continuous

• Peripheral vision: Continuous

• Hearing acuity (with correction): Continuous

• Tactile sensory function: Continuous

• Gross motor with fine motor coordination: Continuous

• Selected Positions:

• Olfactory (smell) function: Continuous

• Respiratoruse qualification: Continuous

• Work Environment & Conditions

• Effective stress management: Continuous

• Rotating shifts: Frequent

• Overtime asrequired: Frequent

• Latex-safe environment: Continuous

If you like working with energetic enthusiastic individuals, you will enjoy your career with us!

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