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Job Description Summary

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Performs various Cath Lab tasks and functions in position of scrub technician, on-call member and Code 4 member.

Job Description

Essential Functions

+ Operate imaging equipment during Cath, EP, and structural heart procedures (pan table, rotate C-Arm, operate control panel inside/outside of procedure room);

+ Prep patient once placed on the procedure table. The type of prep will depend on the procedure being performed;

+ Scrub into and maintain sterile field/technique during procedures;

+ Under sterile technique, assist physician during procedure by passing supplies and instruments;

+ Pull venous/arterial sheaths post procedure and hold manual or C-Clamp assisted pressure to achieve hemostasis;

+ Transport patients to and from procedure area on an as needed basis;

+ Turnover and clean procedure rooms in between cases;

+ Use principles of AIDET (Acknowledge, Introduce, Duration, Explanation, and Thank you) to communicate/educate patients and their families prior to, during, and after the procedure;

+ Learn and become proficient at new procedures/techniques that may be incorporated into the Cardiology department over time.

Qualifications

Minimum Education Required

+ High school graduate or equivalent

+ Maintain BCLS certification

Minimum Experience Required

+ Two, plus (2+) years’ experience in hospital or healthcare related field (example could include PCA/PCT, Telemetry tech, Surgery Tech, EMT, etc.)

Required Skills/Abilities

Language/Communications Skills:

+ Ability to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing.

+ Ability to communicate effectively in an emergency situation

Job Skills/Abilities:

+ Ability to scrub and operate imaging equipment for each procedure performed in Cath lab.

+ Basic knowledge of equipment frequently utilized in Cath lab.

+ Ability to hold manual pressure until homeostasis obtained.

+ Basic knowledge of all patient monitoring equipment.

+ Ability to respond calmly and efficiently in an acute situation.

+ Basic typing and computer skills.

+ Ability to take call with thirty (30) minutes or less response time to hospital for emergent after hour cases

+ Ability to quickly learn and adapt to new technology and techniques.

+ Ability to work with cardiologists and other staff members to create a positive team atmosphere striving to care for patients in a way that is consistent with Southeast Health’s mission.

+ Ability to learn sterile technique and wear lead apron for extended period during complex procedures.

Shift

DayShift Details

First

FTE

1

Type

Regular

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