Cardiac Cath Lab Tech, Mary and Elizabeth Hospital, 7a-7p

Cardiovascular Technologist

UofL Health is a fully integrated regional academic health system with five hospitals, four medical centers, nearly 200 physician practice locations, more than 700 providers, the Frazier Rehab Institute and Brown Cancer Center. With more than 12,000 team membersphysicians, surgeons, nurses, pharmacists and other highly skilled health care professionalsUofL Health is focused on one mission: delivering patient-centered care to each and every patient each and every day.

Position Summary and Purpose This position prepares patients and assists in performing diagnostic and specific therapeutic cardiac catheterization procedures under the direct supervision of critical care RNs, RTR and Cardiologist. Provides safe, quality patient care based upon defined standards of care for patient populations including adults and geriatrics.

Essential Functions:

• Responsible for ensuring top quality diagnostic images with minimal Patient, Physician and Staff Radiation exposure.
• Turn in monthly dosimetry badges so readings can be reported, checked and posted monthly by the Radiation Safety Officer.
• Assists in fluoroscoping all lead aprons and thyroid shields annually to ensure their integrity.
• Provides top quality diagnostic images for physician review.
• Exercises pre-procedure teaching to both the patient and the patient's family prior to and during the procedure.
• Prepares the patient for pre and post catheterization and electrophysiology procedures.
• Obtains vital signs, assesses heart rhythm, pedal/brachial pulses, attaches the patient to the E.K.G. monitor and levels transducer with accurate documentation on the Patient Chart.
• Shaves and prepare the appropriate entry site according to departmental procedures.
• Applies dressing to puncture site, ensuring that no bleeding or hematoma occurs during the healing process and instructs the patient on post procedural care.
• Utilizes sterile technique in the preparation and maintenance of delicate instrumentation necessary for all catheterization procedures.
• Scrubs and assists Cardiologist in the performance of procedures as requested.
• Operates Physiologic monitoring system with the ability to balance and calibrate each channel according to any relevant procedures performed in the laboratory.
• Assists in Code 300s and resuscitation of the patient as needed.

Other Functions:

• Assists in preparing the room for cases as demonstrated by a smooth work flow and lack of complaints.
• Demonstrates knowledge of and ability to operate all Cardiovascular/Electrophysiology laboratory equipment.
• Ensures that consents for procedure are properly filled out and signed as demonstrated by the document.
• Completes protocol sheet during the procedure noting each step taken and the time as demonstrated by the document.
• Documents patient case information in the documentation system and ensures items are listed for proper charge as demonstrated by turning in the charge sheet on each procedure.
• Cleans the catheterization area and table between cases.
• Replenishes supplies in each laboratory as needed.
• Transports patients to and from the cardiovascular laboratory.
• Responsible for participation in the mandatory call schedule and for completion of scheduled cases prior to the end of the work day as required by the Cardiovascular/Electrophysiology laboratory Supervisor or his/her designee.
• Maintains accurate, thorough and legible documentation of the information obtained during the procedure.
• Maintains compliance with all company policies, procedures and standards of conduct.
• Complies with HIPAA privacy and security requirements to maintain confidentiality at all times.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements (Education, Experience, Licensure and Certification) Education:

• Graduate of an accredited Cardiovascular Technology Program. (required)
• RCIS certification or acquired within 18 months of employment (required)

Experience:

• 6 months work experience in Cardiac Cath lab (preferred)

Certification:

• BLS (required)
• Preferred ACLS or acquired within 90 Days

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities critical to this role:

• Demonstrates knowledge of all Cardiovascular/Electrophysiology laboratory procedures.
• Has a complete understanding of normal and abnormal anatomy and physiology of the cardiovascular system
• Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served

Language Ability:

• Must be able to communicate effectively in both verbal and written formats.

Reasoning Ability:

• Able to critically think through complex patient situations, process improvements, evidence-based practice.
• Able to assist others in developing clinical reasoning skills.

Computer Skills:

• What computer skills are required for this job? What computer skills are preferred?
• Are there any specialized programs that the candidate must be able to use?

Additional Responsibilities:

• Demonstrates a commitment to service, organization values and professionalism through appropriate conduct and demeanor at all times
• Maintains confidentiality and protects sensitive data at all times
• Adheres to organizational and department specific safety standards and guidelines
• Works collaboratively and supports efforts of team members
• Demonstrates exceptional customer service and interacts effectively with physicians, patients, residents, visitors, staff and the broader health care community

UofL Health Core Expectation: At UofL Health, we expect all our employees to live the values of honesty, integrity and compassion and demonstrate these values in their interactions with others and as they deliver excellent patient care by:

• Honoring and caring for the dignity of all persons in mind, body, and spirit
• Ensuring the highest quality of care for those we serve
• Working together as a team to achieve our goals
• Improving continuously by listening, and asking for and responding to feedback
• Seeking new and better ways to meet the needs of those we serve
• Using our resources wisely
• Understanding how each of our roles contributes to the success of UofL Health