Job Summary: The Cardiac Catheterization Technologist II plays a crucial role in ensuring the smooth operation of cardiac catheterization procedures and works collaboratively with the healthcare team to deliver high-quality, patient-centered care.
This role emphasizes a commitment to patient and family needs while maintaining professional standards in all interactions.
Key Responsibilities: - Work as an essential member of the patient care team, ensuring seamless coordination and continuity of care.
- Communicate effectively with other healthcare professionals, including physicians and nurses, to optimize patient outcomes.
- Provide emotional support to patients and their families, explaining procedures and answering questions to alleviate concerns.
Technical Expertise: - Assist in performing cardiac catheterization procedures, adhering to established protocols and standards.
- Monitor patients during procedures, ensuring their comfort and safety at all times.
- Operate and maintain specialized cardiac catheterization equipment, ensuring optimal performance.
- Troubleshoot and resolve any equipment-related issues promptly during procedures.
Patient- and Family-Centered Care: - Foster a philosophy of patient- and family-focused care in all interactions, prioritizing the well-being of the patient.
- Communicate clearly with patients and their families, providing education and support to enhance their understanding of the procedure.
- Act as an advocate for patients and their families, addressing their needs and ensuring a positive care experience.
Professional Development: - Stay up-to-date with advancements in cardiac catheterization techniques and technologies.
- Participate in ongoing education and training to maintain and enhance skills in line with current best practices.
Required Qualifications: - Proven experience in cardiac catheterization procedures, with a strong focus on patient-centered care.
- Strong communication, collaboration, and technical skills are required to operate complex equipment and work effectively with multidisciplinary teams.
- Relevant certifications in cardiac catheterization technology are preferred or required, depending on the institution’s standards.
Key Competencies: - Ability to anticipate patient needs and provide prompt, effective care.
- Commitment to continuous learning and professional growth.
- Demonstrated ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced clinical environment.
- Strong interpersonal skills for interacting with patients, families, and colleagues.• Proven experience in cardiac catheterization procedures, with a strong focus on patient-centered care.
- Strong communication, collaboration, and technical skills are required to operate complex equipment and work effectively with multidisciplinary teams.
- Relevant certifications in cardiac catheterization technology are preferred or required, depending on the institution’s standards.
Key Competencies: - Ability to anticipate patient needs and provide prompt, effective care.
- Commitment to continuous learning and professional growth.
- Demonstrated ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced clinical environment.
- Strong interpersonal skills for interacting with patients, families, and colleagues.
Work Location: - 77 N Airlite St, Elgin, IL, 60123