CentraState Healthcare System ยท 2 weeks ago
Lead Cardiovascular IR Technologist
Freehold, NJ
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$38/hr - $64.60/hr
1+ years expCentraState Healthcare System is a leading non-profit healthcare delivery system in New Jersey, committed to providing high-quality patient care. The Lead Cardiovascular IR Technologist will perform various services related to invasive cardiology and interventional radiology, collaborating with a team of healthcare professionals to ensure patient comfort and safety during procedures.
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Hiring Manager
Leah Castellazzo
Responsibilities
Demonstrates understanding of Cardiac and Vascular physiology and pathology
Prepares procedure room and scrubs/first-assists MD during cardiac catheterization, endovascular procedures, or interventional radiology procedures and interventions including coronary or vascular stent placements, balloon angioplasties, endovascular aortic stent grafting, and/or IR procedures
Prepares and drapes patients for the process, responds to their questions alleviating any concerns regarding the procedure, and ensures patient comfort
Records and logs procedures, equipment, and devices as required in the medical record
Monitors and records patient hemodynamic status during procedure as needed
Performs cardiac outputs, O2 saturations and ACT (Activated Clotting Time) measurements
Monitors a diagnostic cardiac catheterization procedure and intervenes appropriately during and after a lethal arrhythmia using ACLS standards if warranted
Identifies cardiac pressure waveforms and informs Interventional Cardiologist when applicable
Understands the necessary supplies required, can provide them, and set up a table to perform a diagnostic cardiac catheterization, peripheral angiography, or other indicated procedure. Maintains sterile field utilizing strict surgical asepsis and follows all guidelines
Describes the fundamental steps in a diagnostic heart catheterization or peripheral vascular angiography or intervention and monitors a patient safely during the procedure. Monitors a percutaneous intervention and can differentiate between a PTCA, directional and mechanical rotation atherectomy. Full understanding of all extraction devices such as angiojet, rotational atherectomy, shockwave, penumbra and laser revascularization devices
Identifies the benefits of supplementing angiographic imaging with intravascular ultrasound, OCT, or Cathworks/FFR/DFR
Operates equipment properly in a reliable manner, per departmental standards, complying with all safety guidelines/policies
Maintain radiographic equipment, and follow radiation safety and protection guidelines
Works collaboratively with physicians, APPs, nurses, and other members of the team. Orient and train new staff as required
Performs other related duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
High School Diploma Or Equivalent required
Graduate of an approved school of Radiologic, Cardiovascular, or Cardiopulmonary Technology program
Current cardiac catheterization experience of 1-2 years required or equivalent combination of relevant education or experience
State license required
ARRT Certification required
Preferred
RCIS preferred
RCVT preferred
Or eligible to be certified as RCIS or RCVT
Benefits
Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription Coverage (30 hours per week or above for full-time and part-time team members)
Life & AD&D Insurance
Long-Term Disability (with options to supplement)
403(b) Retirement Plan with employer match
401(a) Retirement Plan with employer contribution
PTO
Tuition Reimbursement
Well-Being Rewards
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Fertility Coverage, Healthy Pregnancy Program
Flexible Spending & Commuter Accounts
Pet, Home & Auto, Identity Theft and Legal Insurance
Growth Opportunity and Workforce Development Initiatives
Continuing Education / Onsite Training
A warm, welcoming company culture based upon mutual respect and a collaborative goal of providing excellent patient care
Concierge Services with Work & Family Benefits
Magnet recognized healthcare facility
Company
CentraState Healthcare System
CentraState Healthcare System is a private, not-for-profit health organization dedicated to excellence, offering the full circle of health and wellness for our community.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Thomas Scott
President and CEO
John Dellocono
CFO
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