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SSM Health · 2 days ago

Cath Lab Technologist

St Louis, MO

Full-time

Onsite

New Grad, Entry Level

$30.91/hr - $30.91/hr

SSM Health is dedicated to providing exceptional healthcare services. The Cath Lab Technologist will perform technical support during invasive cardiovascular procedures and provide basic patient care under the direction of a professional nurse.

Health Care

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Performs general patient care as it relates to the patient’s physical needs under the direction of the RN

Follows established policies and procedures if providing direct patient care

Initiates and plans for provision of patient comfort and hygiene measures

Makes frequent rounds on all patients noting condition, requests, and environment

Performs EKG

Assist with admission, discharge and transfer of patients

Assists nurses and physicians with procedure

Prepares rooms prior to and following cases

Applies sterile drapes and prepares equipment prior to start of procedure

Documents an appropriate patient history containing pertinent patient information regarding their condition and including patient limitations into computerized Cath lab charting system under the RN’s direction

Performs technical support during catheterization procedure

Circulates in the procedure rooms, scrub assist during procedure

Initiates appropriate action in regard to supplies and equipment

Accurately connects patients to EKG monitors

Establishes arterial/venous line set-up prior to procedure

Operates equipment necessary and demonstrates proficiency

Maintains supplies and equipment

Ensures equipment/supplies are available and stored appropriately

Empties full trash/soiled linen containers

Notifies appropriate department to maintain a clean and safe environment (housekeeping, maintenance, dietary, etc.)

Performs catheter and sheath removal after invasive procedures

Assesses groin site and peripheral pulses

Checks vital signs prior to sheath removal

Compresses artery and/or vein for prescribed length of time

Assesses site after homeostasis is obtained

Gives patient instructions regarding post-procedural activity

Assists Operations Coordinator as needed on inventory/supply maintenance

Order supplies from Central Service as directed

Sends clean supplies for sterilization as needed

Assists with inventory counting

Communicates effectively on behalf of patients and/or unit concerns to the appropriate people

Obtains patient care instructions from professional nurse and informs nurse of changes in patient’s condition

Documents all procedures concisely and legibly on chart forms according to chart form guidelines

Answers the telephone by identifying the unit and self in a courteous manner

Directs prompt and courteous attention to the needs of patients, families, visitors, and physicians

Practices according to safety and infection control policies

Practices universal precautions and disposes of hazardous wastes per established guidelines

Maintains a safe, clean, comfortable and therapeutic environment for patients/families/employees in accordance with hospital standards

Maintains clutter free environment

Keeps conversations and background noise to a minimum

Adheres to dress code

Reports risk management concerns

Assumes responsibility for completing all annual mandatory requirements as assigned by SSM Health Saint Louis University Hospital

All patients are to be properly identified by checking the patient armband

Cleans procedure room between patients (mops floor, empties trash, etc.)

Works in a constant state of alertness and safe manner

Demonstrates care and courtesy

Provides prompt, respectful, and courteous service

Meets physical, spiritual, psychological, and emotional needs of patients and families

Demonstrates ability to relate to coworkers in a professional and respectful manner, to assure and promote a culture of safety

Communicates effectively and maintains confidentiality

Listens to patient/family concerns and addresses needs

Explains procedures and all education in a manner that patient and family understand

Allows time for questions

Demonstrates competence and collaboration

Provides quality care in accordance to standards

Assist with other departments to facilitate workflow and continuity

Provides cost effective services

Uses resources wisely

Recommends changes in practice that increase efficiency and minimize waste

Demonstrates accountability for own job performance

Acknowledges authority, responding appropriately to supervisors’ directions

Participates in additional learning experience to increase competence, including staff meetings, mandatory in-services and other educational programs

Assumes responsibility for completing all annual mandatory requirements

Is at work as scheduled and begins duties promptly at start of shift

Functions as a resource person to co-workers, patients/families, medical staff, and ancillary personnel

Identifies problems, gathers pertinent data, suggests solutions, communicates using appropriate lines of authority, and works toward problem resolution

Asks for assistance when necessary and offers to willingly assist co-workers

Demonstrates pride in physical appearance of the hospital, keeping all areas neat and clean

Spends free time with patients and/or in another constructive manner

Qualification

Radiology program completionARRT-R credentialRCIS/CCI credentialBLS certificationCath Lab experienceTechnical support skillsPatient care skillsSafetyInfection controlCommunication skills

Required

Completion of Radiology program

ARRT-R or RCIS/CCI credential as a Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist

High school graduate

Previous Cath Lab experience

BLS certification

Ability to lift 50 pounds

Prolonged, extensive, or considerable standing/walking

Lifts, positions, pushes, and/or transfers patients

Considerable reach, stooping, bending, kneeling, and/or crouching

Preferred

Radiology Technologist registered

ALS certification

Benefits

Paid Parental Leave: we offer eligible team members one week of paid parental leave for newborns or newly adopted children (pro-rated based on FTE).

Flexible Payment Options: our voluntary benefit offered through DailyPay offers eligible hourly team members instant access to their earned, unpaid base pay (fees may apply) before payday.

Upfront Tuition Coverage : we provide upfront tuition coverage through FlexPath Funded for eligible team members.

Company

SSM Health

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SSM Health is a Catholic, not-for-profit health system.

Founded in 1872

St Louis, Missouri, USA

10001+ employees

https://www.ssmhealth.com/

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