CVT, Invasive Cath Lab Tech, Le Bonheur

## CVT, Invasive Cath Lab Tech, Le BonheurApplyremote type: On Campuslocations: Le Bonheur Children's Hospitaltime type: Full timeposted on: Posted 16 Days Agojob requisition id: R-18440If 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, cardiovascular interventional or electrophysiology procedures.* Must be available for on-call if required in designated area and respond within the designated time frame for emergency procedures.* Performs a variety of testing to assist with diagnosis and treatment.* Documents care delivered in the patient’s medical record in accordance with policy and procedure for the department.* Provides day-to-day direction and guidance to cath lab technologists in assigned area.* 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 supplies and equipment. **Education/Formal Training Requirements** * Required - Technical Degree or Diploma Respiratory Therapy* Preferred - Associates Degree Surgical Assisting* Preferred - Technical Degree or Diploma Cardiovascular Technology* Preferred - Technical Degree or Diploma Surgical Technology **Work Experience Requirements** * Required - Cath Lab 1-3 years **Licenses and Certifications Requirements** * Required - Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist - Cardiovascular Credentialing International* Required - BASIC LIFE SUPPORT - American Heart Association* Required - Registered Respiratory Therapist - Tennessee - Tennessee Board of Respiratory Care* Preferred - Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support - American Heart Association* Preferred - Registered Respiratory Therapist - Arkansas - Arkansas State Medical Board* Preferred - Registered Cardiac Electrophysiology Specialist - Cardiovascular Credentialing International* Preferred - Certified Surgical First Assistant - National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting* Preferred - Certified Respiratory Therapist-Mississippi - Mississippi State Department of Health Professional Licensure Division* Preferred - Certified Respiratory Care Therapist - Tennessee - Tennessee Board of Respiratory Care* Preferred - Pediatric Advanced Life Support - American Heart Association* Preferred - Registered Respiratory Therapist - Mississippi - Mississippi State Department of Health* Preferred - Certified Surgical Technologist - National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting **Knowledge, Skills and Abilities** * Proficient in basic and advanced cardiac life support (ACLS) or pediatric advanced life support (PALS) if working with children.* Applies comprehensive technical knowledge and leadership in clinical practice; demonstrates competency in complex patient procedures that require additional skill and training.* Demonstrates the ability to guide, teach, and mentor other techs and serve in a charge capacity.* Knowledge of use and troubleshooting of complex technical equipment and instrumentation.* Effectively communicates with co-workers, physicians and other members of the healthcare team.* Ability to work without close supervision and to exercise independent judgment.* 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** * Must be available for on-call and respond within the designated time frame for emergency procedures.* 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. 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