CCL Invasive Specialist

Description IntroductionAre you passionate about the patient experience? At HCA Healthcare, we are committed to caring for patients with purpose and integrity. We care like family Jump-start your career as a(an) CCL Invasive Specialist today with Methodist Hospital.BenefitsMethodist Hospital, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:Comprehensive medical coverage that covers many common services at no cost or for a low copay. Plans include prescription drug and behavioral health coverage as well as free telemedicine services and free AirMed medical transportation.Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long-term care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance and more.Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical and financial wellbeing401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service)Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 10% off HCA Healthcare stockFamily support through fertility and family building benefits with Progyny and adoption assistance.Referral services for child, elder and pet care, home and auto repair, event planning and moreConsumer discounts through Abenity and Consumer DiscountsRetirement readiness, rollover assistance services and preferred banking partnershipsEducation assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships)Colleague recognition programTime Away From Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence)Employee Health Assistance Fund that offers free employee-only coverage to full-time and part-time colleagues based on income.Learn more about Employee BenefitsNote: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.Come join our team as a(an) CCL Invasive Specialist. We care for our community Just last year, HCA Healthcare and our colleagues donated $13.8 million dollars to charitable organizations. Apply TodayJob Summary and QualificationsAs a Cardiac Cath Lab Technician, you play multiple roles; Cardiovascular technician or Hemodynamic Recorder during Cardiac Catheterization procedure. In both roles you will demonstrate technical proficiency in all Cath Lab procedures and equipment. You will assist the Cardiologist or Electrophysiologist with providing cardiac patient care. As the Hemodynamic Recorder, you will maintain good communication with the Cath Lab team to ensure proper equipment setup, accurate monitoring, and quality data collection.The Cardiac Cath Lab Invasive Specialist- Certified plays multiple roles on the Cardiac Cath Lab team as the Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist during Cardiac Catheterization procedures. In both roles he/she demonstrates technical proficiency in all Cardiac Cath Lab procedures and equipment; applies anatomical and physiological knowledge to proficiently assist the Cardiologist or Electrophysiologist with providing cardiac patient care. As the Invasive Specialist he/she maintains good communication with the Cath Lab team to ensure proper equipment set up, accurate monitoring, and quality data collection. What you will do In This Role: You will be proficient in all cardiac catheterization procedures while functioning in a primary role as a Cardiac Cath Lab Technician or Hemodynamic Recorder.You will identify cardiac structures, coronary vasculature, and the associated disease processes.You will practice radiation safety and observes all principles to ALARA. You will assists the physician in obtaining or entering data into the Physiologic Monitoring System(s) for accurate assessment of left and/or right-sided Hemodynamic pressure measurements. You will accurately report Ejection Fraction by demonstrating proficiency in the assessment of Cardiac function, utilizing Left Ventricular Analysis program(s).You will ensure that Angiographic and procedural data is properly archived for long-term storage. You will verify the presence of all components of procedure information in both hard copy and computerized formats.What Qualifications You Will Need:Education and Experience: All of the following:A. New hires as of 6/1/2013 have to have ONE of the following:1. One (1) year fulltime Invasive Cardiovascular Technology experience.2. An Associate Degree or equivalent college hours (62 semester hours) in health, science, natural science, nursing, engineering or any primary science or higher.3. Graduate of an accredited (by CHEA, USDOE, or CMA) program in Invasive Cardiovascular Technology.4. Graduate of a NON-Programmatically accredited program in Invasive Cardiovascular Technology which has a minimum of one (1) year of specialty training and includes a minimum of 800 clinical hoursB. High School graduate or GEDc. Employee completes initial and ongoing training and competencies as defined by service line, facility and department/unit which are specific to the needs of the patient population served (if applicable). Includes specific competency in:• Diagnostic Cardiac Catheterization• Peripheral Angiography• PTCA, Stent implantation• Aspiration/Extraction devices• Distal Embolization Protection devices, PTA and Peripheral Stentimplantation• Vascular Closure devices • Intra-Aortic Balloon Pump• Temporary Transvenous Pacing• Implantable Defibrillators/Pacemakers all of which can occur on anElective/Emergent basis preferred.• Various interventional radiology proceduresD. Employee completes initial and ongoing training and competencies as defined by serviceline, facility and department/unit which are specific to the needs of the patient populationserved (if applicable).E. Preferred: 1. Two (2) year (fulltime or fulltime equivalent) in Invasive CardiovascularTechnology preferred.2. Baccalaureate in health, science, natural science or nursing, engineering or any primaryscience AND six (6) months of (fulltime or fulltime equivalent) in InvasiveCardiovascular Technology preferred.Minimum License, Certificates, or Registrations Required:A. Required (must hold one of the following credentials):1. ARRT (American Registry of Radiologic Technologists)OR2. Must have ONE of the below listed certifications: A. Current certification eligible Cath Lab Technicians must successfully pass RCIS/RCES exam in 18 months from start date.B. RCIS (Registered Cardiac Invasive Specialist) from CCI (Cardiovascular Credentialing International)3. RCES (Registered Cardiac Electrophysiology SpecialistOR4. Certified Surgical Tech or Registered Respiratory TherapistOR 5. EMT-B (Basic) / EMT-P (Paramedic)Methodist Hospital opened in 1963 as the first hospital in the now internationally acclaimed South Texas Medical Center. With over 900 beds, Methodist Hospital offers a broad range of specialties including cardiology, oncology, bone marrow transplants, emergency medicine, neurosciences, maternity care, gynecology and orthopedics. We are proud to be the largest provider of the lifesaving ECMO Program in San Antonio, are home to the largest robotics program in the world, and our Adult Blood Cancer and Stem Cell Transplant unit has become the first program to receive FACT Accreditation in North America. As the flagship hospital, and most comprehensive medical care facility of Methodist Healthcare, we appreciate the support and recognition we receive from the community. We’ve recently been named the No.1 Best Regional Hospital by the U.S. News and World Report for 2019-20. We pride ourselves on providing the highest quality of care possible for our patients, which is proven by our consecutive Grade A Leapfrog Hospital Safety scores. In addition, Methodist Hospital not only received a Primary Stroke Center designation from The Joint Commission, but has also received a Comprehensive Stroke Center Certification from DNV GL Healthcare, designating the facility as offering the most advanced stroke treatment available in a given geographic area. For more information, please visit our website at www.sahealth.com and select Methodist Hospital under Locations. "The great hospitals will always put the patient and the patient's family first, and the really great institutions will provide care with warmth, compassion, and dignity for the individual."- Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr.HCA Healthcare Co-Founder If you are looking for an opportunity that provides satisfaction and personal growth, we encourage you to apply for our CCL Invasive Specialist opening. We promptly review all applications. Highly qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews. Unlock the possibilities and apply todayWe are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.