CV Rad Technologist II - Cardiovascular - Mercy Medical Center - Cedar Rapids - Mercy Medical Center - Cedar Rapids
Cedar Rapids, IA 52401
About the Job
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Summary
Department Specific Duties
- This position supports Mercy's philosophy of patient centered care by performing all required procedures in the cardiovascular department, operating specialized equipment including but not limited to the x-ray equipment within the cardiac catheterization laboratory and computer systems. Functions as the expert in all areas and works as a resource for patients, staff and providers.
- Operates all radiographic equipment utilizing the ALARA (as low as reasonably achievable) principle, maintaining a safe radiological environment.
- Prepares and operates other equipment related to cardiac catheterization & angiography; i.e., ISTAT machine, AVOXimeter, Hemochron, etc.
- Maintains radiographic equipment and x-ray rooms in proper working condition, reporting malfunctions and necessary repairs to supervisory personnel.
- Provides direct patient care ensuring the quality and continuity of patient care.
- Contributes to the efficient and fiscally responsible operation of the department.
- Functions as a member of the team, including hemodynamic monitoring and assisting with physicians during procedures.
- Assists in maintaining adequate supply inventory for the department, notifies appropriate person when stock is low.
- Enters patient charges and reviews for accuracy if assigned.
- Participates in on-call schedule, which includes taking primary call phone.
- Schedules cases as needed.
- Pulls venous and arterial lines.
- Assists with orientation and preceptorship for new personnel.
Department Specific Duties
EP Specific:
- Provides retraction of tissue and organs for optimal visualization with regard to tissue type, appropriate retraction instrument and/or technique.
- Utilizes appropriate techniques to assist with hemostasis.
- Utilizes appropriate techniques to assist with closure of body planes as directed by the surgeon (sutures, staples, etc.).
- Must meet CV Rad Tech Level I criteria.
- Basic knowledge of cardiac catheterization/cardiovascular procedures and equipment is required.
- Competent with information and computer systems.
- Must obtain and maintain sedation and EKG competency annually.
- Must take Medication Administration test at time of hire/transfer.
- Must be competent in the job roles of Drive, Scribe and Monitor.
- Has completed a peer education topic with CV staff.
- Able to provide two peer/physician letters of recommendation.
- Two years' of Cath/IR/EP lab experience required, or one or more certifications in Cath Lab/Interventional Radiology/Electrophysiology/Vascular modalities required. Verification of certification must be presented to Manager and kept on file in the department.
- N/A
- Iowa Permit to Practice required. American Registry of Radiologic Technology required, certification as Cardiovascular Technologist preferred.
- Current Basic Life Support (BLS), certification in accordance with American Heart Association required.
- Current Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification in accordance with American Heart Association required or obtain within 6 months of hire.
- Iowa Dependent Adult Abuse and Iowa Child Abuse Mandatory Reporter training required. Employee must submit certification of completed training to Human Resources prior to start or transfer date.
- Heavy: Exert 50-100 lbs. of force occasionally and/or 25-50 lbs. of force frequently
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Source : Mercy Medical Center - Cedar Rapids