Invasive Cardio Tech II | Internal Agency | University | Float Pool | EP Cath Lab | Day

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The Invasive Cardio Tech/Internal Agency is a temporary full time assignment working on various units.



Under direct supervision, work as part of a multi-disciplinary team to perform procedures on patients undergoing peripheral and cardiac diagnostic and interventional procedures or Electrophysiology procedures. Provides technical support in the diagnosis and treatment of heart and vascular disease. Models appropriate behavior as exemplified in MLH Mission, Vision and Values.

 

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A Brief Overview
The Invasive Cardio Tech/Internal Agency is a temporary full time assignment working on various units. Under direct supervision, work as part of a multi-disciplinary team to perform procedures on patients undergoing peripheral and cardiac diagnostic and interventional procedures or Electrophysiology procedures. Provides technical support in the diagnosis and treatment of heart and vascular disease. Models appropriate behavior as exemplified in MLH Mission, Vision and Values.

What you will do

• Under general direction, assists physician/surgeon during diagnostic and interventional peripheral and cardiovascular procedures or Electrophysiology procedures. In rotation with the multi-disciplinary team, performs the responsibilities of scrub, monitor, or circulate during surgical procedures.
• Must be available for on-call if required in designated area and respond within the designated time frame for emergency procedures.
• Educates the patient and/or patient’s family about the procedure before, during, and after the procedure. Provides instructions and information on post-procedure limitations and restrictions. Observes, evaluates, and reports changes in the patient’s condition to the RN or physician. Initiates emergency procedures and protocols as needed.
• Administers contrast media and medications within the scope of limitations and consistent with medication administration practices and policies.
• Performs a variety of testing to assist with diagnosis and treatment. Collects, labels, processes, stores, and transports specimens in accordance with procedures. Performs 12-lead EKGs, identifies cardiac rhythms, and recognizes lethal arrythmias.
• Documents care delivered in the patient’s medical record in accordance with policy and procedure for the department.
• Responsible for monitoring and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements, quality standards, compliance activities, and policies and procedures.
• Provides support in the preparation, care, maintenance, and availability of cath lab or electrophysiology lab supplies and equipment. Troubleshoots various systems and devices.
• Performs other job functions as assigned or requested.

Education/Formal Training Requirements

• Required - Technical Degree or Diploma Cardiovascular Technology
• Preferred - Technical Degree or Diploma Respiratory Therapy
• Preferred - Technical Degree or Diploma Surgical Technology

Work Experience Requirements

• Required - Cath Lab 1-3 years

Licenses and Certifications Requirements

• Required - Certified Respiratory Care Therapist - Tennessee - Tennessee Board of Respiratory Care
• Required - Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support - American Heart Association
• Required - BASIC LIFE SUPPORT - American Heart Association
• Preferred - Registered Cardiac Electrophysiology Specialist - Cardiovascular Credentialing International
• Preferred - Registered Respiratory Therapist - Tennessee - Tennessee Board of Respiratory Care
• Preferred - Tech in Surgery TS-C - National Center for Competency Testing
• Preferred - Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist - Cardiovascular Credentialing International
• Preferred - Registered Respiratory Therapist - Mississippi - Mississippi State Department of Health
• Preferred - Certified Respiratory Therapist-Mississippi - Mississippi State Department of Health Professional Licensure Division
• Preferred - Certified Surgical First Assistant - National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting
• Preferred - Pediatric Advanced Life Support