Cardiovascular Technologist

UPMC Williamsport is seeking a full-time Cardiovascular Technologist to support our Invasive Cardiovascular Department This role will work dayshift Monday through Friday, plus call. On-call coverage is approximately eight days per month and includes rotating weekends and holidays.UPMC offers a premier benefits package, designed to care for your total well-being - physically, emotionally, and financially - paired with endless opportunities for career advancement and educational growth.If you are looking to join an amazing team, look no further Apply today and find out where your career can take you.This role is eligible for a generous sign-on bonusSign-On Bonus Details:$10,000 with a two-year work commitment.Purpose:Assist the cardiologist in performing all aspects of invasive procedures including right heart monitoring, myoendocardial biopsies, left heart catheterizations, and interventional procedures.Responsibilities:* Fulfill continuing education requirements as required to maintain department competencies.* Communicate appropriately with all members of the healthcare team.* Aid in the transport of patients to and from the Cath Lab to expedite the timely operations of the department.* Prepare trays and room for procedures.* Enter patient information into Cath Lab computer system, monitor the patient throughout the procedure, and document all parts of the procedure in the Cath Lab hemodynamic system.* Support information gathering for research patients.* Aid in the orientation of all new and visiting personnel including nursing students, medical students, EMTs, and paramedics.* Monitor patients throughout the procedure including pre and post-procedure.* Operate equipment appropriate for the procedure (fluro equipment, film processor and/or filmless system, defibrillator, monitoring equipment, and interventional devices).* Demonstrate knowledge of the anatomy and physiology of cardiac patients.* Complete all paperwork in a timely fashion and with accuracy.* Assist the cardiologist in performing all aspects of invasive procedures including right heart monitoring, myoendocardial biopsies, left heart catheterizations, and interventional procedures.* Communicate vital patient information to the physician i.e. blood pressure, and heart rhythms.* Prepare the patient for the procedure, explain the procedure, and provide procedure instructions.Qualifications:Completion of an accredited technical program is required. Associate's Degree or Bachelor's Degree in Science preferred.* Graduate of an ARRT-approved school of Radiologic Technology (RT-R) or Invasive Cardiovascular Specialist (RCIS).Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:* ARRT certified as a Radiologic Technologist is required.* RCIS as a Cardiovascular Specialist is required within 18 months of hire.CPR is required based on AHA standards that include both a didactic and skills demonstration component within 30 days of hire* Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)* Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)* Act 34UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran

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