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Cardiovascular Technologist II - Full-Time Job at Army National Guard in New Cas

Army National Guard, New Castle County, DE, United States


Job Description SHIFT: Primarily M-F / 7a-5:30pm PRIMARY FUNCTION: To assist the physicians during procedures performed and assist with the technical aspects of lab operations. To assist in the design, implementation, maintenance and evaluation of equipment and inventory systems to support cardiac cath lab and structural heart functions. PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Provides proficient technical and clinical support for cardiac catheterization lab and structural heart procedures including: TAVR, EVAR, ADS/PFO Closures, Left Atrial Appendage Procedures, Mitraclip and other procedures deemed appropriate for the structural heart lab and cardiac cath lab. Assist with instruction of new staff and provision of ongoing staff education related to specialized equipment located within the Cardiac Catheterization Lab and Structural Heart Lab and serves as in a leadership role to support team training. Acts as a preceptor for new employees and resource for less experienced staff in specific area of expertise to improve clinical practice. Serves as a mentor for others in scrub techniques as encountered in the cath lab and structural heart lab settings. Is open to feedback concerning own clinical skills. Demonstrates skills and knowledge necessary to provide care appropriate to neonatal, pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric patients, including knowledge of growth and development, the ability to obtain and interpret information to identify patient needs, and provide the care needed. Demonstrates advanced skills in areas of direct patient care and patient/family teaching in the care of the cardiac cath patient undergoing diagnostic procedures, percutaneous transluminal coronary angioplasty, directional coronary atherectomy, and structural heart room procedures. Adheres to strict guidelines related to sterile technique in a procedural setting and/or operating room environment Assists in departmental Performance Improvement assessments and initiatives and works with leadership to identify both individual and departmental learning needs and seeks opportunities to meet these learning needs. Communicates appropriately with good interpersonal skills Performs duties of a scrub assistant during a procedure, including; controlling and manipulating guide wires and balloon catheters, maintaining a sterile field, and demonstrates a solid knowledge, skills and abilities related to the handling of instruments/equipment in the hybrid structural heart room setting for all procedures. Performs duties of a monitor person during a procedure, including monitoring cardiac waveforms, cardiac values, and documenting steps of the actual procedure that includes, but is not limited to, medications administered. Acts as a team member during procedures to assure safe and efficient patient care on a daily basis. Participates in the development, implementation and ongoing monitoring of department clinical databases. Demonstrates compliance with Christiana Care Center and Departmental policies and procedures and mandatory education requirements including but not limited to safety, infection control, attendance and dress code. Performs assigned work safely, adhering to established departmental safety rules and practices. Reports to supervisor, in a timely manner, any unsafe activities, conditions, hazards, or safety violations that may cause injury to oneself, other employees, patients and visitors. Performs other related duties as required. SCOPE, PURPOSE, AND FREQUENCY OF CONTACTS: Frequent contact with physicians, nurses, allied health personnel, patients, visitors, both internal and external. DIRECTION/SUPERVISION OF OTHERS: None. DIRECTION/SUPERVISION RECEIVED: Administrative and Medical Director. Manager or their designee. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: Graduate of an approved school of radiologic technology with ARRT Licensure or CVT school. Three years cardiac catheterization or EP experience. BCLS certified. ACLS Certified An equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted. KNOWLEDGE, SKILL, AND ABILITY REQUIREMENTS: Knowledge of the anatomy and physiology of the cardiac system. Knowledge and abilities related to hemodynamic monitoring and support for pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric patients. Knowledge and ability to assess safe radiation practices for patients, employees and physicians. Knowledge of departmental and unit specific standards, procedures, protocols and policies. Ability to perform technical skills as outlined in procedures and protocols, demonstrating use of appropriate safety measures for patients, employees and self. Ability to use applicable equipment according to procedures. Ability to work with computers, information systems and learn new techniques. Ability to instruct and teach co-workers and physicians on new techniques, protocols/procedures, equipment. Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with patients and members of the health care team. Ability to demonstrate effective oral and written communication skills. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: None. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Frequent lifting, carrying, pushing, handling, reaching, twisting, walking, standing and sitting. Frequent standing for extended periods while wearing heavy protective clothing. Occasional assisting with patient transporting via stretcher. WORKING CONDITIONS: Limited exposure to radiation, confined spaces and blood borne pathogens. Exposure to potential cuts and/or punctures, and repetitive motion tasks. Limited exposure to hazardous chemical solutions and odors. Flexible day and evening hours. Available for on/call. Hourly Pay Range: $41.28 - $66.05This pay rate/range represents ChristianaCare’s good faith and reasonable estimate of compensation at the time of posting. The actual salary within this range offered to a successful candidate will depend on individual factors including without limitation skills, relevant experience, and qualifications as they relate to specific job requirements. Christiana Care Health System is an equal opportunity employer, firmly committed to prohibiting discrimination, whose staff is reflective of its community, and considers qualified applicants for open positions without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity or expression, age, veteran status, disability, pregnancy, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

In Summary: To assist in the design, implementation, maintenance and evaluation of equipment and inventory systems . Provides proficient technical and clinical support for cardiac catheterization lab and structural heart procedures . Assists with instruction of new staff and provision of ongoing staff education related to specialized equipment located within the Cardiac Catheterization Lab and Structural Heart Lab .

En Español: DESCRIPCIÓN DE JOBOS SHIFT: Principalmente M-F / 7a-5:30 pm FUNCTION PRIMARIA: Asistir a los médicos durante los procedimientos realizados y ayudar con los aspectos técnicos de las operaciones del laboratorio. Ayudar en el diseño, implementación, mantenimiento y evaluación de equipos e sistemas de inventario para apoyar el laboratorio cardíaco catatriz y funciones estructurales del corazón. Demuestra las habilidades y conocimientos necesarios para proporcionar atención adecuada a los pacientes neonatales, pediátricos, adolescentes, adultos y geriáticos, incluido el conocimiento del crecimiento y desarrollo, la capacidad de obtener e interpretar información para identificar las necesidades del paciente y brindar los cuidados requeridos. Demostra habilidades avanzadas en áreas de cuidado directo al paciente y enseñanza del paciente/familia en el cuidado del paciente con catas cardíacas que se somete a procedimientos diagnósticos, angioplastia coronaria transluminosa percutánea, aterectomía coronario direccional y procedimientos estructurales del corazón. Se adhieren a rigurosas pautas relacionadas con la técnica estéril en un entorno procedural y / o ambiente operativo Asiste en evaluaciones departamentales de mejora del rendimiento e iniciativas y trabaja con liderazgo para identificar necesidades individuales e imparciales y busca oportunidades de satisfacer estas necesidades de aprendizaje. Comunicación apropiadamente con buenas competencias interpersonales durante un procedimiento; mantiene una buena comunicación durante el manejo de instrumentos de movilización y un equipo estructural, incluyendo el control de aerogluzones y un instrumento híbrido y guías hidráulicas, así como todas las capacidades técnicas de manipulación y mantenimiento relacionados con el sistema de gestión de los cables y los sistemas de conductores y los equipos, además de controlar los instrumentos de maniobras y guias en el área de trabajo de un cuadro y los cajones, así también ayuda a todos los dispositivos electrónicos y los instrumentos estructurales. Realiza las funciones de supervisor durante un procedimiento, incluida la vigilancia de formas cardíacas de onda, valores cardiacos y documentación de los pasos del procedimiento real que incluye, pero no se limita a, medicamentos administrados. Actúa como miembro del equipo durante procedimientos para garantizar una atención segura y eficiente al paciente en base diaria. Participa en el desarrollo, implementación y monitoreo continuo de bases de datos clínicas departamentales. Demuestra el cumplimiento con las políticas y procedimientos del Departamento y requisitos educativos obligatorios, incluyendo sin limitarse a seguridad, control de infecciones, asistencia y código cardíaco. Performa tareas asignadas de manera segura, respetando reglas y prácticas establecidas por el departamento. Reporta a su superintendente, de forma oportuna, cualquier actividad insegura, condiciones, peligros o violaciones de seguridad que puedan causar lesiones a sí mismo, otros empleados y pacientes. ACLS Certificado Una combinación equivalente de educación y experiencia puede ser sustituida. Conocimiento, destreza y habilidad Requisitos: conocimiento de la anatomía y fisiología del sistema cardiaco. Conocimientos y capacidades relacionados con el monitoreo hemodinámico y apoyo para pacientes pediátricos, adolescentes, adultos y geriátricos. Conocencia y capacidad para evaluar prácticas radiológicas seguras para los pacientes, empleados y médicos. Exposición a posibles cortes y/o perforaciones, y tareas de movimiento repetitivas. Expresión limitada a soluciones químicas peligrosas y olores. Horario flexible durante el día y la noche. Disponible para llamadas. Rango de pago por hora: $41.28 - $66.05Esta tarifa salarial / rango representa la buena fe de ChristianaCare y una estimación razonable de la compensación al momento del envío. El sueldo real dentro de este rango ofrecido a un candidato dependerá de factores individuales exitosos incluyendo sin limitación habilidades, experiencia relevante y calificaciones en relación con los requisitos específicos del trabajo.