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.

• Graduate of an ARRT approved school of Radiologic Technology (RT-R) or Invasive Cardiovascular Specialist (RCIS).
• Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:
• ARRT Cardiovascular-Interventional Radiology OR ARRT Certificate OR Registered Cardiac Electrophysiology Specialist OR Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist Echocardiograph and Ultrasound
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) required within one year of hire/transfer into department/role.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
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UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran