Senior Cardiovascular Special Procedures Technologist Cath Lab

Primary City/State:
Phoenix, Arizona

Department Name:
Electrophysiology-Hosp

Work Shift:
Day

Job Category:
Clinical Care

• Currently eligible for sign on incentive.

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Banner – University Medical Center Phoenix named to list of 100 Great Hospitals in America. We are proud to be a Magnet facility, Academic Medical Center, Level 1 Trauma Center and Designated Stroke Center.

We are currently interested in bringing on an advanced level or senior level special procedures tech. the recruiter will discuss your experience and where that may align to based on your total years of experience and education. As our
Advanced or
Senior
Special Procedure Technologist,
you will be responsible for scrubbing, charting and working with EP MED: stem system. Our procedures encompass
Cardiac catheterization
and multi Interventions, Device Implants, Electrophysiology, Watchman and Cardiomems. We also send a team to work in the Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR) program to assist in the Hybrid Surgical Suite. If you're looking to join a Multifaceted, challenging, educational, rewarding team, then we would like to review your application.

Shift Requirement: we are currently offering M-F, 4 10s or 3 12s (No weekends, No Holidays, No Call) this is day shift, shifts shifts from 6:30am
Enjoy an 18%-night shift differential and a flat rate $3/hour weekend shift differential when applicable.

University Medical Center Phoenix is a nationally recognized academic medical center. The world-class hospital is focused on coordinated clinical care, expanded research activities and nurturing future generations of highly trained medical professionals. Our commitment to nursing excellence has enabled us to achieve Magnet recognition by the American Nurses Credentialing Center. The Phoenix campus, long known for excellent patient care, has over 730 licensed beds, several unique specialty units and is the new home for medical discoveries, thanks to our collaboration with the University of Arizona College of Medicine - Phoenix. Additionally, the campus responsibilities include fully integrated multi-specialty and sub-specialty clinics.

Position Summary
This position, under the direction of a qualified physician, assists in performing diagnostic and interventional cardiovascular procedures on patients. Must demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide optimal care reatment to patient population.

Core Functions

• Under the direction of a physician, assists in performing all diagnostic and interventional cardiovascular procedures including all types of structural heart and hemodynamic support cases and/ or complex EP cases to includes case types such as advanced cardiac procedures such as TAVR, TMVR, Mitra Clip, Impella 5.0, Tandem, ECMO and pediatric specialty) to treat heart disease in accordance with departmental policies and procedures. Performs/reviews a baseline patient evaluation as defined by scope of practice and facility. Evaluates patients' response to diagnosis, interventional maneuvers and medications during procedures. In EP Specialty, demonstrates knowledge, ability and skill to support complex EP cases (e.g. epicardial AF and VT ablations, stereotaxis, bipolar, venous alcohol ablations, leadless pacemaker).
• Operates all diagnostic and therapeutic equipment used for procedures in an efficient manner. Demonstrates the ability to troubleshoot and notifies appropriate personnel to maintain equipment performance in area of operation. Maintains a safe environment for patients, personnel, and visitors. Adheres to all safety policies.
• Demonstrates expert level knowledge of procedures and techniques, i.e. knowledge of normal and abnormal ECG rhythms and/or lead changes, various hemodynamic values, normal and abnormal pressures, ST elevation/depression. Monitors and records ECG and pressure waves during the procedures. Provides other aspects of patient care as needed.
• Demonstrates the principles of aseptic and sterile techniques as well as universal precautions throughout the procedure. Disposes of sharps and trash and places used supplies into case cart for processing. Prepares instruments for cleaning following each case.
• Demonstrates clinical expertise, critical thinking and problem-solving skills. May participate in employee performance assessments when serving as a preceptor. Participates in staff development, orientation, education and evaluation of clinical competencies when serving as a mentor or preceptor as assigned.
• Accountable for the ethical, legal and professional responsibilities related to the score of practice. This includes maintaining confidentiality of all work information.

Minimum Qualifications
This job profile is utilized at facilities with a high acuity Cath Lab that performs structural heart or primarily complex intervention cases. Completion of a Cardiovascular Invasive program or equivalent experience.

Requires ARRT certification in Radiologic Technology (RT) as required by state law. Licensure and/or certification(s) as required by state regulatory agency, if applicable. Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certifications required. Requires Post primary certifications with minimum of 5 years' Cath Lab or Electrophysiology (EP) experience OR 7 years Cath Lab or EP experience with at least 3 years in a high acuity/structural heart or most complex interventions.

Demonstrated expertise in high acuity/structural heart or most complex interventions.

Proficient in various Cath Lab procedures and techniques. The position requires the ability to maintain professional decorum in highly stressful emergent situations. The position requires the ability to respond quickly to the needs of the health care staff and patient.

Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor's degree preferred.

Additional Related Education And/or Experience Preferred.
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