Cardiac Cath Lab Tech II -RCIS

Company: Chesapeake Regional Healthcare
Location: Chesapeake
Posted on: August 4, 2022

Job Description:

This Position is offering a SIGN ON BONUS-!The Cardiac Catheterization Technologist II is responsible for delivering high quality patient care through efficient, knowledgeable, and safe performance in assisting physicians with Cardiac Catheterization and other procedures that he/she has received training i.e. electrophysiology, vascular.Essential Duties and Responsibilities These duties and responsibilities described below represent the general tasks performed on a daily basis; other tasks may be assigned.Assist the physician as requested and directed in the performance of any cardiac catheterization, invasive diagnostic or interventional procedureObserve and attend to the needs of each patient while in the care of the Cardiac Catheterization LaboratoryAccurately record, note, and file as necessaryProvide explanation and instruction to any medical personnel observing a procedure in order to maintain sterility of necessary areas, safety of patients, and safety of personnelAssist, as directed by a physician, during any emergency resuscitation procedureCheck the function of and prepare equipment for any necessary patient procedures; complete checklistsAssist the director in maintaining proper stock of supplies by informing of low levels or defective materialsAssist in preparing patient for procedure and do any pre-cath teaching deemed necessary according to patient needsAssist in providing post-cath care to include post-cath teachings and accompanying the patient back to their roomPrepare instrument tables by: checking all equipment; checking fluids, medications dosage, concentration, and expiration dates; and ensuring instruments are the proper sizeBe proficient in percutaneous diagnostic and interventional proceduresBe proficient in functioning as a scrub assistant, monitor, and circulatorMaintain equipment in ready conditionProcess chargesMaintain and distribute patient digital records within HIPPA guidelinesEducation and Experience Minimum Required Education: Associates degree or higher, completion of an accredited cardiovascular technology program towards obtaining a Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist registryPreferred Education: CollegeExperience: 2+ years Cath Lab experience is required. Employee should be competent in position within 90-days of employment.Certificates, Licenses, Registrations Applicant must be retain a registry as a RCIS, RCVT, RCES, or registry eligible. ACLS and BLS certification required

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