EP Tech - Radiology

POSITION SUMMARY: Cardiac Catheterization / Electrophysiology Lab Technician is responsible for the overall care and evaluation of patients having invasive procedures performed in the Electrophysiology Lab. POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES: STANDARD I - Customer Service/Communication/Interpersonal Skills Strives to exceed expectations of internal and external customers: Patients, families, physicians,colleagues, visitors and vendors. Demonstrates appropriate communication skills in all interactions. Interacts with others in a spirit of teamwork and cooperation. Anticipates and provides resolution to issues based on the needs and expectations of our customers. Channels concerns appropriately through chain of command; deals with conflict appropriately, timely and privately. Treats others with respect at all times; maintains a work environment free of harassment, hostility,threats or violence. STANDARD II - Job Knowledge/Productivity/Initiative Maintains certifications, education and development appropriate for position. Completes position responsibilities by following established guidelines and protocols within the appropriate time frame. Demonstrates a thorough knowledge of work practices/responsibilities/establishing priorities androles in emergency procedures. Demonstrates self-direction, flexibility, professional development and willingness to master new skills. Has the ability to accept and act upon suggestions for improved performance. Completes all requires orientation and annual updates as appropriate to clinical placements. Knowledgeable of standards of practice as outlined in professional practice organizations related to clinical setting. STANDARD III - Vendor/Hospital/Department Policies & Procedures Supports, implements and ensures compliance with all Vendor/Hospital and regulatory/accrediting agency standards, regulations and policies and procedures. Ensures accuracy, timeliness and completeness of documentation and work performed per Hospital policy. Utilizes appropriate resources and hospital policies as the "standard of care" for positive patientoutcomes. STANDARD IV - Organizational Ethics/Improving Organizational Performance Supports Vendor and Hospital's mission, vision and values. Conduct reflects Vendor values; accepts the responsibility to act with absolute integrity, work as a unified team, learn and transfer that knowledge across the continuum, have accountability to all that we serve, and treat everyone with dignity and respect. Demonstrates compliance with the Ethics and Compliance Program, policies, directives and Code of Conduct training. Maintains privacy and confidentiality of patient, client, employees and organizational information in verbal, written and electronic form. Limit access to information on a job-related need to know basis. Complies with Vendor/Hospitals risk management program-timely/accurate occurrence reporting. Demonstrates understanding and involvement with Performance Improvement. STANDARD V - Position Specific Essential Performance Criteria Performs position specific job functions at an acceptable level with minimal direction. Primary responsibilities for a Cardiac Catheterization / Electrophysiology Lab Tech encompass but not intended to be all-inclusive; Job Responsibilities - Performing sterile scrub procedures and/or monitoring patients during procedures on the Maclab, Cardiolab and/or Workmate, for both diagnostic and interventional electrophysiology studies, device implants, ablations, tilt table procedures, vascular procedures, and any other cardiac procedures performed in the Cath or EP lab. Job may involve being crossed trained to perform procedures and take call in the cardiac catheterizationlab. The job may include transporting patients, clerical work, ordering supplies for both the EP lab and Cath Lab and any other duties the Coordinators or Director deems necessary. Job may include supervision of students at the discretion of the area supervisor. #J-18808-Ljbffr Heart Hospital of Austin