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Beacon Health System · 4 months ago

Cardiac Cath Tech ERT (5) MHO

South Bend, IN

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

1+ years exp

Beacon Health System is dedicated to delivering outstanding care and inspiring health. They are seeking a Cardiac Cath Tech ERT to operate radiologic equipment and assist in cardiovascular procedures, ensuring quality patient care and compliance with safety protocols.

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Responsibilities

Operates the Archive Manager and knows the proper way to transfer the digital images to the Archive Manager

Demonstrates knowledge of how to use the quantitative analysis on the Philips equipment

Correctly and accurately sets-up Phillips X-Ray equipment for Cardiac Cath procedure

Understands and correctly uses all settings on the Phillips equipment

Operates med-rad injector (set-up, flow rates and rise settings)

Demonstrates knowledge of different angles of II

Demonstrates knowledge of set-up and use of the Ultrasound, Rotoblator, Angiojet, Pressure Wire equipment

Operates the Vercis workstation and can transfer all angiographic cases accurately

Thorough knowledge of and accurately documents all cardiovascular procedures and patient assessment

Demonstrates proficiency in physiologic recording of LHC, R&LHC, Swan insertion, temporary pacemaker, EP, PTCA procedures

Demonstrates the ability to interpret basic cardiac dysrhythmias

Demonstrates presidency in trouble shooting of the physiological monitoring system when necessary

Obtains accurate patient information (labs, H&P, consents)

Knowledge of correct procedure to follow in an emergent situation. (i.e., 77, notification of support personnel as needed)

Operates and accurately documents blood sugars during cardiac procedures with the glucometer in the Cath Labs

Performs Daily check of correct transfer of all images to digital storage

Ability to troubleshoot error messages on Philips X-ray / and digital storage

Knows the proper way to call Philips service for problems / Maintenance

Maintains Radiation Protection equipment annually, Aprons, Thyroid Collars, Glasses

Maintains monthly film badges for all CCL personnel

Covers and maintains flexibility to cover emergency call shift

Maintains cardiovascular certification (i.e., CCT, RCIS)

Maintains cardiovascular certification, (i.e., CCT, RCIS), participates in education and training of new staff members

Maintains ACLS and BLS

Completes house wide skills and Cath Lab specific skills

Maintains current State and National Registration for Radiologic Technologists

Responsible for accumulating continuous education credits to retain professional licensure

Attends 80 % of the unit meetings and is responsible for 100% of the information shared at meetings

Demonstrates the ability to prepare patient for cardiovascular procedure by shaving area and prepping site using aseptic technique

Demonstrates the ability to drape patient for cardiovascular procedure

Demonstrates the ability to complete patient hook up to monitoring system, SAT monitor and NIBP system

Thorough knowledge of cardiovascular procedures to perform patient education as required

Familiar with location of supplies in Cath Lab suite and storage room

Demonstrates the ability to interpret basic cardiac dysrhythmia

Assists in stocking room each morning and in restocking the room when necessary

Assists with inventory processes as requested

Demonstrates the ability to accurately document all information, relative to the case. Assists with room turn-around

Demonstrates an understanding of proper sterile technique relative to all cardiovascular procedures

Thorough knowledge and practice of proper handling of sterile supplies and equipment

Demonstrates the ability to perform a surgical scrub for cardiovascular procedures

Demonstrates proper tray prep for all cardiovascular procedures, to include: LHC, R&LHC, Swan ganz, A-line, Temporary Pacemaker, PTCA

Demonstrates proper technique of injecting coronary arteries with contrast

Thorough knowledge of proper handling of catheters, wires, sheath, with proper aspiration of flushing of catheters and sheaths

Demonstrates the ability and knowledge to connect A-lines to pressure monitoring systems of Cath Lab

Demonstrates knowledge and ability to remove A-lines and venous sheaths

Demonstrates thorough knowledge and the proficiency to scrub: LHC, R&LHC, Swan ganz placement and temporary pacemaker, EP cases, IVUS, Rotablator

Performs the proper Preparation and Handling of all equipment used during a PTCA procedure

Completes other job-related duties and projects as assigned

Attends and participates in department meetings and is accountable for all information shared

Completes mandatory education, annual competencies and department specific education within established timeframes

Completes annual employee health requirements within established timeframes

Maintains license/certification, registration in good standing throughout fiscal year

Direct patient care providers are required to maintain current BCLS (CPR) and other certifications as required by position/department

Consistently utilizes appropriate universal precautions, protective equipment, and ergonomic techniques to protect patient and self

Adheres to regulatory agency requirements, survey process and compliance

Complies with established organization and department policies

Available to work overtime in addition to working additional or other shifts and schedules when required

Qualification

Philips X-Ray equipmentCardiovascular certificationACLSBLSPhysiological monitoringRadiology Computer SystemAseptic techniquesInterventional RegistryPatient positioningCathetersContrast media

Required

Successful completion of an associate degree or Professional Training

AART certified

ISBH General Certification required

Interventional Registry required

One to two years of experience as a Special Procedures Radiographer desired

Two to five years of experience as a Staff Radiographer preferred

Position patients

Practice aseptic techniques

Knowledge of catheters and interventional items

Knowledge of contrast media

Be able to operate all standard radiographic and special procedure equipment

Knowledge of Radiology Computer System

Works in a hospital and patient care environment

Must be able to participate in department call rotation

Must be able to report to work location within 30 minutes when On Call

Requires the physical ability and stamina (i.e., to walk/stand for prolonged periods of time, push carts/wheelchairs up to 50 pounds, to position/lift patients at a maximum of 35 pounds unassisted, over 35 pounds requires assistance, provide CPR, etc.) to perform the essential functions of the position