Cath Lab Technologist - St. Vincent Medical Center

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  • Bon Secours Mercy Health
Job Summary
Location
Toledo ,OH 43614
Job Type
Contract
Visa
Any Valid Visa
Salary
PayRate
Qualification
BCA
Experience
2Years - 10Years
Posted
03 Dec 2024
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Job Description

At Bon Secours Mercy Health, we are dedicated to continually improving health care quality, safety and cost effectiveness. Our hospitals, care sites and clinicians are recognized for clinical and operational excellence.nnMercy Health St. Vincent Medical CenternnFull Time DaysnnJoin our team today!nnSign On Bonus - $12,000nnHigher Pay Scales and Sign-On IncentivesnnFlexible Schedule to live the life you deservennRewarding Higher Differentials with working on the WeekendnnMercy Health St. Vincent Medical Center is a faith based Catholic Healthcare Ministry committed to serving the poor and underserved of our community since 1853. Mercy Health St. Vincent Medical Center is a Regional Tertiary care facility serving a 150 mile radius of Northwest Ohio and Southeast Michigan. St. Vincent has been a well-established leader in quality healthcare as demonstrated by being verified as a Level I Adult and Level II Pediatric Trauma Center by the American College of Surgeons Committee on Trauma, designated as a STEMI Center, as well as Comprehensive Stroke Center verified by the Joint Commission. Mercy Health St. Vincent Medical Center has also partnered with Nationwide Children’s Hospital of Columbus to create Nationwide Children’s Hospital of Toledo on the campus of Mercy Health St. Vincent Medical Center.nnJob Summery:nnUnder general supervision, assists physicians in performing invasive and noninvasive cardiac, structural heart interventions, and vascular procedures in the Cardiac Catheterization Lab (CCL). Prepares patients and procedural sites using aseptic techniques. Assists physicians by calibrating equipment, preparing supplies, devices and instruments for the procedure. Sets up, operates, and monitors complex digital medical and fluoroscopic equipment to ensure accurate image acquisition and expected patient outcomes. Utilizes multiple computer applications and medical devices for proper procedure documentation within the electronic health record (EHR). Responsible for monitoring, interpreting and calculating hemodynamic waveforms and EKGs. Assists with the coordination, implementation, and evaluation of patient care under the supervision of the physician in the CCL to promote safe, efficient, and therapeutic patient care. Maintains an electronically and radiologic safe environment in the CCL. Maintains integrity of CCL supply inventory. Ensures accurate charge capture.nnEssential Functions:nnExtracts and documents all pertinent pre- procedural information obtained from patient and medical record.nnPrepares patients for procedures using proper positioning and surgical prep of procedural site(s).nnMaintains sterile technique while assisting physician duringcardiac adult and pediatric / EP/ vascular procedures. Requires the ability to prepare instruments equipment and medications before and during Cardiac/ EP/ Vascular Assists physician in cardiac/ vascular/ EP/ pediatric procedures.nnOperates digital medical and fluoroscopic equipment during procedures.nnContinuous monitoring of patients condition through interpretation of EKG and hemodynamic waveforms.nnRequires documentation of procedural events and ensures accuracyof recorded waveforms and calculation. Finalizes procedural reports and transfers allimages and hemodynamic informationto the server.nnLoads automatic injector with contrast media and injects via catheter at a rate of volume selected by physician.nnUses provided computer applications to ensure accurate charge capture on procedural and supply charges.nnRequires stocking and inventory of equipment and supply readiness utilizing hospital inventory system.nnParticipate in unit performance improvement /quality management measures.nnJob Requirements:nnRequired Minimum Education: Vocational/Technical DegreennMust be RCIS credentialed through Cardiovascular Credentialing International and/or RT through ARRT.nnMust have BLS / ACLS certification.nnMust have basic dysrhythmia course.nnWork requires 6 to 12 months on-the-job training in electrocardiograph interpretation, aseptic techniques, and cardiac diagnostic and interventional procedures.nnQualifications:nnMinimum Years and Type of Experience: Previous Cath Lab or RT experience preferred but not required.nnOther Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Must possess level of knowledge of heart anatomy, physiology and radiographic procedures generally acquired through two years education in an allied health science such as radiographic technology, nursing, or cardiopulmonary technology. Desirable to have registry as an invasive Cardiovascular Specialist through the Cardiovascular Credentialing International. Must have analytical abilities necessary to monitor and assess patient’s condition, and to perform calculations for diagnosis of heart defects.nnThis document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.nnMany of our opportunities reward* your hard work with:nnComprehensive, affordable medical, dental and vision plansnnPrescription drug coveragennFlexible spending accountsnnLife insurance w/AD&DnnEmployer contributions to retirement savings plan when eligiblennPaid time offnnEducational AssistancennAnd much morenn*Benefits offerings vary according to employment statusnnAll applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you'd like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health – Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours – Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employers, please email . If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at