AlliedTravelCareers is working with Infojini Healthcare to find a qualified Cath Lab Tech in Wilkes Barre, Pennsylvania, 18711! Pay Information $2,752 per week About The Position ID: 49858019 Shift: M-F 7:30am-4pmOn call required approximately 2 days per week and every third weekend Description: Normal hours of operation are M-F 7:30am-4pm On call required approximately 2 days per week starting after 4pm and every third weekendNeeds TAVR and/or peripheral vascular experience Job Title: Invasive Cardiovascular Technologist Department: Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory Job Summary: The Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory Invasive Cardiovascular Technologist is a technologist primarily specializing in the care of patients undergoing diagnostic cardiac catheterization, percutaneous transluminal coronary intervention (PTCI), and peripheral vascular diagnostic and interventional procedures. The technologist, functioning in a spirit of teamwork, provides technical assistance during the pre, intra and post procedural phases of cardiac catheterization. The technologist performs duties to provide the highest level of patient care and maximize customer satisfaction. Position Requirements: Ability to work within a team environment Ability to prioritize workload and handle emergency situations during routine and high risks procedure Knowledge and skills necessary to provide age-appropriate care Acquire and Maintain BCLS / ACLS certification within six months of hire. Excellent communication skills to include patient/family education. Ability to take call as required and respond within appropriate time Discretion and confidentiality in word and action Position Accountability: Invasive Cardiovascular Technologist is accountable to the Manager, Invasive Cardiac Laboratory. Primary Responsibilities: o Assists physician with adult catheterization procedures, percutaneous transluminal coronary intervention (PTCI), myocardial biopsy, temporary pacemaker insertion, pericardiocentesis, Swan-Ganz insertion, intra-aortic balloon pump (IABP) insertion and other associated procedures. o Records, monitors and assesses hemodynamic data collected during catheterizations. o Completes all patient records accurately and in a timely fashion, this includes accurate cardiology database maintenance. o Establishes and maintains rapport with patients throughout procedure o Continuously monitors patient's physiologic and psychologic status throughout procedure (i.e. vital signs, cardiac rhythm, pain/discomfort, anxiety etc.) and communicates changes to physician o Initiates and maintains IV access o Operates specialized equipment used in the Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory (CCL) in a safe and efficient manner. o Responds appropriately to all emergency situations within the Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory o Initiates life support techniques in the event of a cardiac / respiratory arrest including CPR, temporary pacemaker insertion, intra-aortic balloon pump insertion and airway management o Observes patient for complications related to medications or procedures and communicates findings to physician o Discontinues arterial and/or venous access safely through use of manual compression or available compression devices o Assists physician with use of invasive closure devices Gives phone/verbal report on all patients o Transports patients as necessary o Restock and prepare catheterization laboratory between procedures o Perform other duties as assigned Secondary Responsibilities: Assists in maintenance of a safe and efficient department Performs quality assurance tasks within the department Maintains and troubleshoots equipment within the department Works collaboratively with CPU and CSU staff to facilitate patient flow Collects data and enters information into databases as needed Participates in formal and informal continuing education activities to maintain and improve clinical skills in catheterization procedures and cardiovascular technology Attends all hospital required in-services Attends staff meetings as required Assures the proper level of supplies is always available in the unit Assists with the orientation and training of new personnel Promotes communication, teamwork and positive interpersonal relationships Utilizes proper reporting channels Develop ability to assisted in diagnostic electrophysiology procedures, interventional electrophysiology procedures. Qualifications: Graduate of an approved cardiopulmonary technology or radiology program RCIS within two years of hire (if not certified) Two years experience in an interventional catheterization laboratory preferred BCLS / ACLS Certification (ACLS within six months of hire) **Must have PA license and ability to get FBI Fingerprint 2 weeks in advance of start date...Fingerprinting taking 10 days due to volume\*** This is considered outpatient Provides direct patient care before, during and after procedure. Assists the physician with adult and pediatric cardiac catheterizations including but not limited to the following procedures and techniques: myocardial biopsy, transluminal coronary angioplasty and stenting, rotational atherectomy, temporary pacemaker insertion, pericardiocentesis, Swan-Ganz catheter insertion, cardiac assist device insertion, percutaneous valvuloplasty, percutaneous valve implantation, ASD/PFO closure, peripheral vascular diagnostic/interventional procedures. Practice of sterile technique preparing for procedure including scrubbing, applying surgical gown, gloving, draping and setup of instrument table. Records, monitors and assesses hemodynamic data collected during catheterizations. Completes all patient records accurately and in a timely fashion. Establishes and maintains rapport with patients throughout procedure. Continuously monitors patient's physiologic and psychological status throughout procedure (i.e. vital signs, cardiac rhythm, pain/discomfort, anxiety, etc.) and responds appropriately. Initiates and maintains IV access. Administers all ordered medications, intravenous drips and emergency medications before, during and after procedure. Operates specialized equipment used in the Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory (CCL) in a safe and efficient manner. Responds appropriately to all emergency situations within the Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory. Initiates life support techniques in the event of a cardiac/respiratory arrest including CPR, drug administration, defibrillation, temporary pacemaker insertion, intra-aortic balloon pump insertion and airway management. Assesses patient for complications related to medications or procedures and responds appropriately. Discontinues arterial and/or venous access safely through use of manual compression or available compression devices. Assists physician with use of invasive closure devices. Gives/receives phone/verbal report on all patients. Transports patients as necessary. Restocks and prepares catheterization laboratory between procedures. Performs other duties as required or assigned. Accepts On-Call responsibilities as assigned. Min of 2 years Cardiac experience, BLS/ACLS is required. Days with callCall is 1-2 nights/week and one weekend every 4 weeks 8 hours shifts with start times varying between 7-830am Additional Information:***Please Note -Your Agency s contract to your traveler MUST mirror the confirmation page. If your agency does not comply with this standard, your agency will be at risk of being removed from the Geisinger vendor set. No exceptions! Start Date Must be Identical. End Date Must be Identical. ***Please Note - All Requested Time Off (RTO) must be disclosed at the time of submission. If your agency or the traveler does not include all RTO in the submission form and adds it post confirmation, your agency will be at risk of being removed from the Geisinger vendor set. No exceptions! Time off requested after the acceptance date, will not be approved. Position Start Billing string = Medefis Guaranteed Hours: 40 Contract Weeks:91 8941255EXPPLAT About Infojini Healthcare At Infojini Healthcare, We tell it like it is. 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