Cardiovascular Technician - Cardiac Cath Lab - Mount Sinai Queens - Per Diem

Description Cardiovascular Technician - Mount Sinai Queens The (per diem) Cardiovascular Technician is an integral part of the clinical care team, responsible for preparing patients for invasive cardiac procedures, assisting the health care team in hemodynamic monitoring during the case, and maintaining equipment and supplies. Responsibilities Maintain sterile techniques to prepare room, equipment table, and provide quality care to patients. Monitor equipment to ensure appropriate working conditions and during procedures. Alert the care team of any changes. Retrieve supplies under the direction of physicians and nurses during the procedure as needed. Maintain stock at par level in the procedure room by restocking rooms after each procedure with items used during the procedure. Restock lab area as needed. Participate in product evaluations. Count the number of revolutions during a rotablator procedure. Turn on and check all equipment at the beginning of the day. Trouble-shoot problems and immediately contact the appropriate person to repair equipment. Check the monitoring equipment, intravascular ultrasound, pacemakers and IABP pump in working condition. Trouble-shoot problems and immediately contact the appropriate person to repair the equipment. Assist in the transport of patients and transfer of patients to the procedure table. Perform assignment according to established guidelines. a. Assist cardiologist with selective procedures. b. Apply principles and practices of asepsis. c. Perform surgical scrub, gowning, and gloving procedure. d. Set up sterile instrument table and prepare supplies according to type of procedure. e. Assist in draping of patient and procedure area according to need. Greet visitors and answer telephones promptly and courteously. Escort visitors to appropriate area, when necessary, promptly and courteously. Answer physician pagers and refer to appropriate staff. Maintain a safe, clean, and functional environment, including removing trash and bringing physical plant equipment problems to the attention of the managers. Transport patient on stretchers or wheelchairs, as required. Qualifications HS/GED; Associate's degree preferred. 2 years of experience in cath or ep lab. Heartsaver Certification from American Heart Association. Non-Bargaining Unit, Q1A - Cardiac Cath Lab - MSQ, Mount Sinai Queens Employer Description Strength through Unity and Inclusion The Mount Sinai Health System is committed to fostering an environment where everyone can contribute to excellence. We share a common dedication to delivering outstanding patient care. When you join us, you become part of Mount Sinai’s unparalleled legacy of achievement, education, and innovation as we work together to transform healthcare. About the Mount Sinai Health System: Mount Sinai Health System is one of the largest academic medical systems in the New York metro area, with more than 48,000 employees working across eight hospitals, more than 400 outpatient practices, more than 300 labs, a school of nursing, and a leading school of medicine and graduate education. Equal Opportunity Employer The Mount Sinai Health System is an equal opportunity employer, complying with all applicable federal civil rights laws. We do not discriminate, exclude, or treat individuals differently based on race, color, national origin, age, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Compensation The Mount Sinai Health System (MSHS) provides salary ranges that comply with the New York City Law on Salary Transparency in Job Advertisements. The salary range for the role is $45 - $72 Hourly. Actual salaries depend on a variety of factors, including experience, education, and operational need. #J-18808-Ljbffr Mount Sinai Medical Center