Cardiovascular Technologist I - FT Days - $20K Sign on Bonus - MHW

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Summary:

-During the Cardiac and Vascular Interventional Suites (CVIS) procedure, provides highly technical Hemodynamic pressure and EKG monitoring as well as scrubbing procedures to the pediatric/congenital and/or adult patients in the Cath Lab.

Responsibilities:

Informs physician of abnormal waveform tracings.Demonstrate the ability to cover call by performing all functions required after hours.Scrubs on all procedures in the CVIS and prepares all sterile trays for the Cardiac and Vascular Interventional Suites procedures according to standards.Prepares and maintains equipment, supplies, and lab area. Reports all equipment problems identified. Provides clerical support as necessary.Accurately accumulates and analyzes all hemodynamic data associated with CVIS procedures based upon the age of the patient assigned and correctly prepares and sets up all transducers prior to the procedure. Collects all chart data necessary to the procedure and enters it into the computer to produce a complete report. Correctly operates monitoring equipment, records all waveforms and informs physician of all abnormal readings. Thoroughly collects QI data on each patient. Reviews each report at the end of the case for accuracy before filing and transferring to workstation.Assists in transporting patients.Provides direct patient care pre and post procedure under supervision of an RN such as placing patient on appropriate monitoring equipment (EKG, NBP and pulse oximeter), removing arterial and venous sheaths, maintaining proper hemostasis and documents vital signs, and communicates with RN regarding vital sign values. Give pre/post teaching instructions.

Competencies:

ACCOUNTABILITY, CUSTOMER SERVICE, PATIENT AND FAMILY CENTERED CARE, PATIENT ASSESSMENT AND CARE, RESPONDING TO CHANGE, STANDARDS OF BEHAVIOR, TEAM WORK

Education and Certification Requirements:

Accredited Program: Cardiovascular (Required)ACLS Certification_non ecard (ACLS AHA) - American Heart Association (AMERICAN HEART), BLS Cert American Heart_non ecard (BLS AHA) - American Heart Association (AMERICAN HEART), PALS American Heart_non ecard (PALS AHA) - American Heart Association (AMERICAN HEART)

Additional Job Information:

Complexity of Work: Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action. Must be able to handle an emergency crisis and unpredictable situations. Must take call and work irregular hours as needed.Required Work Experience: No prior work experience required.Other Information: **Must have ACLS Certification (ACLS) within 6 months. Joe DiMaggio Children's Hospital specific: Must have ACLS Certification (ACLS) and PALS Certification (PALS) within 6 months.Additional Education Info: Graduate of a two year Cardiovascular or Radiology or an equivalent program.Additional Credential Info: PALS required for Peds (JDCH)

Working Conditions and Physical Requirements:

•  Bending and Stooping = 60%
•  Climbing = 0%
•  Keyboard Entry = 60%
•  Kneeling = 40%
•  Lifting/Carrying Patients 35 Pounds or Greater = 60%
•  Lifting or Carrying 0 - 25 lbs Non-Patient = 60%
•  Lifting or Carrying 2501 lbs - 75 lbs Non-Patient = 60%
•  Lifting or Carrying > 75 lbs Non-Patient = 0%
•  Pushing or Pulling 0 - 25 lbs Non-Patient = 60%
•  Pushing or Pulling 26 - 75 lbs Non-Patient = 60%
•  Pushing or Pulling > 75 lbs Non-Patient = 60%
•  Reaching = 60%
•  Repetitive Movement Foot/Leg = 0%
•  Repetitive Movement Hand/Arm = 60%
•  Running = 0%
•  Sitting = 40%
•  Squatting = 40%
•  Standing = 60%
•  Walking = 60%
•  Audible Speech = 80%
•  Hearing Acuity = 80%
•  Smelling Acuity = 0%
•  Taste Discrimination = 0%
•  Depth Perception = 80%
•  Distinguish Color = 80%
•  Seeing - Far = 80%
•  Seeing - Near = 80%
•  Bio hazardous Waste = 60%
•  Biological Hazards - Respiratory = 60%
•  Biological Hazards - Skin or Ingestion = 60%
•  Blood and/or Bodily Fluids = 60%
•  Communicable Diseases and/or Pathogens = 60%
•  Asbestos = 40%
•  Cytotoxic Chemicals = 0%
•  Dust = 20%
•  Gas/Vapors/Fumes = 20%
•  Hazardous Chemicals = 0%
•  Hazardous Medication = 40%
•  Latex = 40%
•  Computer Monitor = 40%
•  Domestic Animals = 0%
•  Extreme Heat/Cold = 0%
•  Fire Risk = 20%
•  Hazardous Noise = 0%
•  Heating Devices = 0%
•  Hypoxia = 0%
•  Laser/High Intensity Lights = 20%
•  Magnetic Fields = 0%
•  Moving Mechanical Parts = 40%
•  Needles/Sharp Objects = 60%
•  Potential Electric Shock = 0%
•  Potential for Physical Assault = 0%
•  Radiation = 40%
•  Sudden Decompression During Flights = 0%
•  Unprotected Heights = 0%
•  Wet or Slippery Surfaces = 40%

Shift:

Days

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