Cardiology Technician

Cardiology Technician

North Colorado Medical Center has been a leader in providing the latest health care facilities, technology and service to Weld County, northern Colorado and our surrounding multi-state region for more than 100 years.

As our Cardiology Technician, you will be working alongside very experienced SPTs as well as a team of physicians who will rely on you to add to their procedure with your knowledge and skills. Our Cardiology Techs will serve in both scrub and monitor roles. Procedures performed include left and right heart catheterizations, temporary pacemaker insertions, structural heart procedures, EP ablations as well as minimal vascular cases. If you're looking to join a multifaceted, challenging, educational, rewarding team, then we would like to review your application.

Location: Banner North Colorado Medical Center

Schedule: 4 9-hour shifts from 7am-4:30pm; Call rotation required

Ideal Candidate:

• At least 2 years experience in Cath Lab or Procedural setting (clearly reflected in resume);
• Must have BLS (uploaded into application);
• Call Rotation: 1 weekday a month, 1 weekend a month; (Must live within 30 minutes of facility due to Call requirement.)

Banner North Colorado Medical Center is a 378-bed Level II trauma center and acute care facility with over 3000 employees. Our hospital offers an array of inpatient and outpatient services including medical, pediatric, obstetric, orthopedic, surgical, heart, cancer, and critical care. As a regional medical center, we provide community-based and specialty services for a service area that includes southern Wyoming, western Nebraska, western Kansas, and northeastern Colorado. In order to provide the most compassionate and innovative care possible, we bring together state-of-the-art technology and an exceptional team of health care professionals. The Banner MD Anderson Cancer Center is amongst Northern Colorado's leading cancer diagnosis and treatment facilities for the healthcare professional, our Greeley, Colorado location offers access to a wide variety of recreational activities in an inviting, close-knit community.

POSITION SUMMARY

This position assists physicians and collaborates with other health professionals during the performance of diagnostic and interventional cardiovascular procedures. Must demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide optimal care treatment to patient population.

CORE FUNCTIONS

• Assists during the performance of diagnostic and interventional cardiovascular procedures to treat heart disease in accordance with departmental policies and procedures.
• Prepares patients and work area for procedures in accordance with departmental policies. Pulls appropriate instruments and supplies and ensures good working order of instruments. Reviews case for correct instruments and supplies. Plans ahead for upcoming case needs.
• Demonstrates knowledge of procedures and techniques, i.e. knowledge of normal and abnormal ECG rhythms and/or lead changes, various hemodynamic values, normal and abnormal pressures, ST elevation/depression. Monitors and records ECG and pressure waves during the procedures. Provides other aspects of patient care as needed.
• Demonstrates the principles of aseptic and sterile techniques as well as universal precautions throughout the procedure. Disposes of sharps and trash and places used supplies into case cart for processing. Prepares instruments for cleaning following each case.
• Participates in stocking, replenishing supplies and cleaning.
• Accountable for the ethical, legal, and professional responsibilities related to the scope of practice. This includes maintaining confidentiality of all work information. Adheres to all safety policies.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

High school diploma/GED or equivalent working knowledge.Certification for BLS required. ACLS may be required depending on assignment.This position requires clinical knowledge typically achieved with 2+ years of experience in a clinical setting. The position requires the ability to maintain professional decorum in highly stressful emergent situations. The position requires the ability to be conscientious, organized, and orderly and the ability to respond quickly to the needs of the health care staff and patient.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Previous experience working in a Cardiac Cath Lab and certification as a Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist (RCIS) preferred.Additional related education and/or experience preferred.

Estimated Pay Range:

$24.32 - $36.48 / hour

Banner Health is committed to pay equity and transparency. The posted compensation range is a reasonable estimate that extends from the lowest to the highest pay Banner Health in good faith believes it might pay for this particular job, based on the circumstances at the time of posting. This range is based on possible base salaries and does not include the value of our total rewards package. Actual pay determined at offer will be based on years of relevant work experience, education, certifications, skills, and geographic location, along with a review of current employees in similar roles to ensure pay equity is achieved and maintained.