Procedural Technologist II - Cath Lab

UNC Health Care; Hendersonville (NC); On-site; USD 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic healthcare team dedicated to improving community health. As a Procedural Technologist, you'll play a crucial role in assisting credentialed providers with diagnostic and interventional procedures for cardiovascular patients. This position involves preparing procedure rooms, guiding patients through their exams, and ensuring the highest standards of care and safety. With opportunities for professional growth and training, this is an exciting chance to make a meaningful impact in a supportive and inclusive environment. Be part of a mission-driven organization that values your contributions and fosters your career development.

Qualifications

• Certification as a Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist (RCIS) required.
• Completion of an accredited health science program is essential.
• BLS and ACLS certifications are necessary.

Responsibilities

• Assist in diagnostic and interventional procedures in various settings.
• Prepare and stock procedure rooms with necessary supplies.
• Guide patients through examinations, ensuring comfort and understanding.

Skills

Patient Care

Cardiovascular Technology

Diagnostic Imaging

Cultural Competency

Quality Checks

Education

Health Science Program

Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)

Basic Life Support (BLS)

Tools

Picture Archiving and Communication System (PACS)

Electronic Medical Recordkeeping (EMR)

Job description

Job Description

Description

Become part of an inclusive organization with over 40,000 teammates, whose mission is to improve the health and well-being of the unique communities we serve.

Summary:
The Procedural Technologist performs a variety of technical, diagnostic, therapeutic and patient care tasks for patients with cardiovascular disease using radiological and cardiovascular sciences. The Technologist assists credentialed care providers in performing diagnostic and interventional procedures in a range of settings including the Cath Lab, Interventional Radiology Lab, and Vascular Lab.

Responsibilities:

• Assistscredentialed care providers in performance of diagnostic and interventional procedures such as use of hemodynamic support devices, temporary pacemakers, and diagnostic imaging. Assists physicians with obtaining digital radiographic images of heart, peripheral vessels and any other required structures.

• Ensures room is prepared and stocked for the upcoming procedure. Sets up and prepares suite for upcoming procedures, including sterile trays, catheters, wires, contrast and other supplies needed as guided by the physician. Assists with routine inventory management tasks.

• Verifies patient identification. Interviews patients to collect and document prior medical history.

• Guides patients, some distressed, through their examination, applying subject matter expertise and cultural competency to explain the exam. Sets expectations and calms patient for effective imaging.

• Selects appropriate scanning protocols and imaging parameters using extensive knowledge of human anatomy and pathology.

• Inputs and organizes patient information and diagnostic images in both primary electronic medical recordkeeping (EMR) system and Picture Archiving and Communication System (PACS).

• Performs daily quality checks for procedural areas. Practices and ensures radiation safety per documented protocol. Promotes a safe, clean and secure hospital environment for all, including the application of standard precautions and principles of infection control.

Other information:

Qualifications

Hired candidates are expected to obtain Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification after hire. Training and assessment opportunities will be provided.

Required

• Certification as a Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist (RCIS) as administered by Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI), or five (5) or more years working in a procedural role in a Cath Lab or Interventional Radiology setting.

• Completion of an accredited educational program in health science, including but not limited to: cardiovascular technology, ultrasound, radiologic technology, respiratory therapy, nursing or paramedic/EMT.

• Basic Life Support (BLS)

Preferred

• Successful completion of EKG / Arrhythmia course.

• Experience working with a Picture Archiving and Communication System (PACS) such as SYNAPSE or SECTRA

• Experience working with electronic medical recordkeeping (EMR) system such as EPIC.

Job Details

Legal Employer: Pardee - HCHC

Entity: Pardee UNC Health Care

Organization Unit: Cardiac Cath

Work Type: Full Time

Standard Hours Per Week: 40.00

Work Assignment Type: Onsite

Work Schedule: Day Job

Location of Job: PARDEEHOSP

Exempt From Overtime: Exempt: No