Cardiovascular Interventionalist
2 weeks ago
Sharon, Pennsylvania, United States
Steward Health Care
Full time
Job Summary:The Cardiac Catheterization Specialist participates in the holistic assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of patient care in the Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory.
Key Responsibilities:- Assists the physician with diagnostic and interventional procedures in the cath lab and interventional radiology areas by providing advanced technical assistance, performing in a sterile scrub role or circulating role.
- Safely operates laboratory equipment, including radiology and ancillary equipment, such as IVUS, Rotoblator, AngioJT, and IABP. Demonstrates competency with Impella Pump.
- Uses critical thinking skills to problem-solve technical issues during diagnostic and interventional cases. Communicates actual or potential patient/physician/staff or departmental issues to the department head or registered professional nurse in the area and provides documentation of events that occur.
- Accurately documents technical, clinical, and financial components as required in daily activities.
- Maintains a knowledge of equipment, treatment interventions, and current trends in daily practice for the cardiology and interventional radiology services provided.
- Knowledge of interpretation of cardiac arrhythmias, anticipate and assist with interventions.
- Assists with patient preparation for or following procedures, including but not limited to patient transport, cardiac monitoring, vital signs, skin prep, sheath removal, and basic patient instructions.
- Responds appropriately to emergencies within the assigned work area, including but not limited to CPR, ACLS, and assisting the RN's and physicians.
- Actively participates in department-specific and health system cost/quality improvement efforts, including the cath lab/interventional supply inventory and ordering.
- Responds to emergency pages within the required time frame. Actively participates in improvement efforts by meeting door-to-balloon times. Understands the importance of timely care in the acute MI population.
- Registered Radiological Technician - ARRT
- High School Diploma / GED
- BS preferred
- CPR/BLS IS REQUIRED UPON HIRE. AHA or ARC
- Clearances as required by Federal and State law
- ACLS within six months from hire