Invasive Cardiac Technologist (Cardiac Cath Lab)

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ANCC Magnet designated UPMC Passavant is currently hiring a Full-Time Invasive Cardiac Technologist to support our Cardiac Catheterization Lab at the McCandless location. Title and salary will be determined based upon education and experience.

Shift Details:

• Monday – Friday
• Four 10-hour shifts 7am – 5:30pm
• On-call shifts required to cover nights, weekends and holidays
• Shifts will be further discussed during the interview

Responsibilities:

• Ensures all images are accurately coded, tracked in PACS, linked to the appropriate electronic record for archival and interpretation, and that all charges are entered correctly.

• Maintains required continuing education and competency standards.

• Builds positive relationships with patients and coworkers, demonstrating care, active listening, dignity, and respect.

• Works collaboratively within the department and across teams to support efficient patient care.

• Verifies patient identity using two identifiers and follows universal protocols during all procedures.

• Reviews patient history and physician orders, applying departmental protocols to ensure optimal data acquisition.

• Documents patient history in the electronic record as required.

• Maintains point-of-care testing standards, including daily quality control for procedural devices.

• Clearly communicates instructions and explains procedures to patients to ease concerns and encourage cooperation.

• Applies proper positioning and radiographic techniques for all diagnostic and interventional procedures.

• Demonstrates knowledge of patient preparation, equipment operation, and patient monitoring systems.

• Functions competently in the first assist role.

• Promotes aseptic technique, patient safety, and adherence to time-out procedures.

• Administers contrast under physician direction.

• Supports other departments as assigned.

• Maintains working knowledge of equipment and supplies.

• Provides standby call coverage as scheduled, in accordance with system-wide policies.

• Adheres to radiation safety practices for patients and staff, including proper use of shielding and monitoring devices, and documents patient radiation exposure in the electronic record.

• Responsibilities may vary based on job location.