Interim Cardiac Catheterization Coord

Overview

CentraState Healthcare System, headquartered in Freehold, New Jersey is a leading non – profit healthcare delivery system in New Jersey. The System includes CentraState Medical Center a community-based hospital, an ambulatory campus, three senior living facilities and three free-standing community health pavilions, and a charitable foundation. As the 3rd largest employer in Monmouth County, CentraState Healthcare System continues to live up to its reputation of being a truly great place to work recently designated a Great Place to Work-Certified™ company.

Our new Cardiovascular Interventional suite suite offers the complete integration of leading-edge imaging and technology to diagnose and treat patients with cardiovascular disease and other conditions using minimally invasive alternatives to surgical procedures. Our ‘Suite” team consists of expert Radiologists, Vascular Surgeons, Electrophysiologists, Interventional Cardiologists, Radiology technologists and Registered Nurses collaborating to provide innovative personalized care to our community.

• The Interim Coordinator position is a temporary position available for a period of up to 6 months. 
• The duties of this interim position can be completed by one individual or split among several team members, depending on the skills and availability of the applicants.
• All interested applicants must receive approval from their current manager to temporarily vacate their existing role, ensuring a seamless transition.

Responsibilities

• Prepares room, equipment and materials needed for procedures, positioning aides for patient comfort and security and protective shield and apparel for staff safety.
• Prepares patients for procedure.
• Operates digital x-ray equipment, documents procedures utilizing Mac-lab, and archival of studies.
• Administers and coordinates technical activities involved in the installation, operation, maintenance and repair of the catheterization equipment and maintains record of protocol.
• Provides patient/family education regarding pain.
• Coordinates evaluation and care of patient pre-procedure, intra-procedure and post-procedure including supervision of education and observation for untoward effects.
• Assists physicians in the insertion of catheters and patient monitoring.
• Supervises and provides assistance in emergency patient care.
• Responsible for department work schedule, delegation of assignments and proper staffing levels.
• Assists in personnel actions including performance appraisals, vacation scheduling and other duties as needed.
• Assists in policy development in accordance to JCAHO and DHSS standards.
• Compiles, analyzes and reports ongoing data required for state licensure of the Cath Lab as well as statistical and performance initiatives.
• Assists in determining fiscal requirements and monitors budgetary operational expenses, revenues and supply inventory.
• Collaborates with the Clinical Director of Cardiology Services to establish goals and objectives, and communicates goals and objectives to staff.
• Intervenes when appropriate to identify changes in priority or to address unanticipated problems.
• Assists in evaluating performance of prior years against established objectives and applies findings in planning for current year.
• Collaborates with Clinical Director in long-term departmental planning process, including forecasting for future needs for services.
• Updates departmental policy and procedure manuals, oversees implementation of all policies and procedures.
• Assists in facilitating the smooth and efficient operation of the Cardiology Department.
• Collaborates with Clinical Director to adjust staffing patterns and interpret policy and procedures, acting as a technical resource, assigning duties and responsibilities and resolving operational problems.
• Plans and facilitates unit based education to maintain and enhance the clinical competency of the staff.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent required
• Graduate from a school of Radiology or nursing with current state license, or bachelor's degree in biological science or related field preferred
• Three (3) years' management experience required or 
• Three (3) years' Clinical Cardiology experience required or 
• Three (3) years Invasive Radiology experience required
• Current cardiac catheterization experience required or an equivalent combination of relevant education or experience.
• ACLS Certification Required
• BLS Certification Required 

About Us

CentraState Healthcare System, a partner of Atlantic Health System, is a fully accredited, not-for-profit, community-based health system that provides comprehensive health services in the central New Jersey region. In addition to offering a full range of leading-edge diagnostic and treatment options, CentraState serves as a valuable health partner focused on the latest ways to prevent disease, promote healthy behaviors, and help people of all ages live life well. Based in Freehold, CentraState is comprised of a 284-bed acute-care hospital, a vibrant health and wellness campus, two award-winning senior living communities, a charitable foundation, and convenient satellite health pavilions offering primary care and specialty physician practices, along with access to outpatient services, such as lab and physical therapy. The system also offers a family medicine residency and geriatric fellowship training program in affiliation with Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School. Among its many honors and accreditations, CentraState is one of less than two percent of hospitals nationwide to earn Magnet® designation for nursing excellence four times and was designated a Great Place to Work-Certified™ Company by Great Place to Work® for the fourth consecutive year.

When you bring your talent to CentraState, you are joining a trailblazing healthcare facility, committed to providing high-quality, patient-focused care. Join us in making incredible strides in health care, and making a difference in our community. We believe in enriching the lives of our employees through work/life balance initiatives, tuition assistance, career advancement opportunities and much more.

Find out why our employees love their jobs and being part of the CentraState family!

What We Offer:

• Highly competitive compensation
• Excellent benefits package and rewards program
• 403(b) retirement plan with company match
• 401(a) retirement plan with employer contribution
• Life Insurance 
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Growth Opportunity and Workforce Development Initiatives
• Continuing Education / Onsite Training
• A warm, welcoming company culture based upon mutual respect and a collaborative goal of providing excellent patient care
• Concierge Services with Work & Family Benefits
• Magnet recognized healthcare facility