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Beth Israel Lahey Health · 4 months ago

Cardiovascular Technologist

Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center

Full-time

Onsite

Entry Level

1+ years exp

Beth Israel Lahey Health is a healthcare organization committed to making a difference in people's lives. The Cardiovascular Technologist is responsible for operating radiographic and hemodynamic monitoring equipment, assisting physicians during procedures, and ensuring a safe environment for patients and staff while maintaining accurate documentation and inventory management.

Elder CareHealth CareHospitalPrimary and Urgent CareProfessional ServicesTraining

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Applies concepts of sterile technique to setup procedural workspace. Prepares and drapes patients using standard sterile technique. Accurately monitors, assesses and documents hemodynamic measurements and procedural steps for all patient encounters. (essential)

Independently operates all Imaging equipment, devices & consoles necessary to support all clinical situations with appropriate training. Able to independently troubleshoot all equipment issues. Identifies need for service calls and related communication/documentation. Assists physician(s) in completion of all procedures. Rotates on Electrophysiology call as scheduled. (essential)

Tests Radiographic imaging equipment for operational use and quality control

Ensures that all documentation/images associated with the patient record are accurately labeled with correct PHI. Responsible for ensuring that all images obtained during the procedure are correctly stored in PACS. Assists in resolving PACS issues as directed

Always applies the ALARA principle to maintain a safe environment for patients and all procedural staff during cases. Monitors radiation exposure/time and advises the physician operator. Documents fluoroscopy times doses accurately. Ensures that all radiation badges are worn by staff and physicians. (essential)

Works in a collegial and collaborative relationship with other health professionals. Promotes the development of collaborative relationships with peers and team members by articulating practice issues in a clear, constructive manner. Advocates for patient and co-worker safety at all times

Ensures that all required equipment and supplies are available and prepared prior to the start of the procedure. Ensures that all procedures rooms are stocked. Assists in maintaining inventory and alerts inventory staff of critical needs. Tracks inventory usage into department tracking system as directed

Actively and independently maintains all required training, licenses and certifications for role

Supports BIDMC and department’s financial goals by ensuring that all documentation supports accurate billing. Assists with billing/charging issues as needed

Actively participates with colleagues to advance the technologists’ practice. Supports colleagues through sharing expertise and clinical knowledge

Serves as a preceptor to mentor incoming staff members and students. Models professionalism, integrity, dedication to continuing education and excellent patient care

Demonstrates an understanding of the importance of diversity and inclusion and practices in a way that is conducive to positive working relationship with all members of the team

Applies universal precautions and proper infection control procedures when handling biohazard materials, properly marking and storing used equipment, supplies and instruments per hospital policy

Qualification

Radiographic equipment operationHemodynamic monitoringMassachusetts DPH licenseARRT CertificationBLS certificationACLS certificationMicrosoft applicationsTeamworkProblem solvingWritten communicationOral communication

Required

Associates Degree in Radiologic Science required, Bachelor's degree preferred

Current and valid Massachusetts DPH state license in Radiography

Current and valid ARRT Certification in Radiography

1-3 years of clinical experience required

BLS and ACLS certification required

Must be able to work in a 20lb. lead apron

Advanced skills with Microsoft applications which may include Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint and other web-based applications. May produce complex documents, perform analysis and maintain databases

Company

Beth Israel Lahey Health

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Beth Israel Lahey Health Center offers patient care, urgent care, assisted living, and research and education services.

Founded in 2019

Cambridge, Massachusetts, USA

10001+ employees

https://www.bilh.org

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