Invasive Cardio Tech I

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Under direct supervision, performs work as part of a multi-disciplinary team to perform procedures on patients undergoing cardiac diagnostic, Cardiac interventional or Electrophysiology procedures. Provides technical support in the diagnosis and treatment of heart and vascular disease. Models appropriate behavior as exemplified in MLH Mission, Vision and Values.

Working at MLH means carrying the mission forward of caring for our community and impacting the lives of patients in every way through compassion, a deliberate focus on service expectations and a consistent thriving for excellence.

A Brief Overview

Under direct supervision, performs work as part of a multi-disciplinary team to perform procedures on patients undergoing cardiac diagnostic, Cardiac interventional or Electrophysiology procedures. Provides technical support in the diagnosis and treatment of heart and vascular disease. Models appropriate behavior as exemplified in MLH Mission, Vision and Values.

What You Will Do

• Under direct supervision, assists physician/surgeon during cardiovascular diagnostic, cardiac interventional or Electrophysiology procedures. In rotation with the multi-disciplinary team, performs the responsibilities of scrub, monitor, or circulate during surgical procedures.
• Must be available for on-call if required in designated area and respond within the designated time frame for emergency procedures.
• Educates the patient and/or patient’s family about the procedure before, during, and after the procedure. Provides instructions and information on post-procedure limitations and restrictions. Observes, evaluates, and reports changes in the patient’s condition to the RN or physician. Initiates emergency procedures and protocols as needed.
• Administers contrast media and medications within the scope of limitations and consistent with medication administration practices and policies.
• Performs a variety of testing to assist with diagnosis and treatment. Collects, labels, processes, stores, and transports specimens in accordance with procedures. Performs 12-lead EKGs, identifies cardiac rhythms, and recognizes lethal arrythmias.
• Documents care delivered in the patient’s medical record in accordance with policy and procedure for the department.
• Responsible for monitoring and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements, quality standards, compliance activities, and policies and procedures.
• Provides support in the preparation, care, maintenance, and availability of cath lab or electrophysiology lab supplies and equipment.
• Performs other job functions as assigned or requested.
  
  

Education Qualifications

• Associate's Degree Respiratory Therapy
• Associate's Degree Cardiovascular Technology
• Associate's Degree Surgical Technology
• Associate's Degree Ultrasound
• Associate's Degree Nursing - RN
• Bachelor's Degree Nursing - RN
• Technical Degree or Diploma Nursing - LPN
• Technical Degree or Diploma Paramedic
• Technical Degree or Diploma Advanced Emergency Medical Technician
• Technical Degree or Diploma Emerg Medical Tech (EMT)
• High School Diploma or Equivalent
  
  

Experience Qualifications

• No prior work experience
• 1-3 years Respiratory care
• 7-9 years In lieu of an Allied Health Degree or certificate, the candidate must have a High school diploma or equivalent and minimum of 7 years of Cath Lab or Electrophysiology experience
• Please refer to additional job description
  
  

Skills And Abilities

• Proficient and certified in basic and advanced cardiac life support (ACLS) or pediatric advanced life support (PALS) if working with children is preferred, OR certification must be obtained within 6 months of hire.
• Must demonstrate the ability & desire to learn and practice clinical competencies of the Invasive Cardio Tech.
• Ability to effectively relate and communicate with internal and external customers.
• Ability to organize multiple tasks and projects and maintain control of workflow.
  
  

Licenses and Certifications

• BASIC LIFE SUPPORT - American Heart Association
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support - American Heart Association
• Certified Surgical First Assistant - National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting
• Certified Surgical Technologist - National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support - American Heart Association
• Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist - Cardiovascular Credentialing International
• Registered Cardiac Electrophysiology Specialist - Cardiovascular Credentialing International
• Certified Respiratory Care Therapist - Tennessee - Tennessee Board of Respiratory Care
• Respiratory Care Practitioner - Mississippi Mississippi State Department of Health
• Registered Respiratory Therapist - Mississippi - Mississippi State Department of Health
• Registered Respiratory Therapist - Tennessee - Tennessee Board of Respiratory Care
• Licensed Practical Nurse - Mississippi - Mississippi Board of Nursing
• Licensed Practical Nurse - Tennessee - Tennessee Board of Nursing
• Registered Nurse Mississippi - Mississippi Board of Nursing
• Registered Nurse Tennessee - Tennessee Board of Nursing
• Paramedic Mississippi - Mississippi State Department of Health
• Paramedic Tennessee Tennessee Emergency Medical Services Division
• Advanced Emergency Medical Personnel - Tennessee - Tennessee Emergency Medical Services Division
• Emergency Medical Personnel Tennessee - Tennessee Emergency Medical Services Division
• Emergency Medical Personnel Arkansas - Arkansas Department of Health
• EMT - Basic Mississippi Mississippi State Department of Health
• Please refer to additional job description
  
  

Supervision Provided by this Position

• There are no supervisory or lead responsibilities assigned to this position.
  
  

Physical Demands

• The physical activities of this position may include climbing, pushing, standing, hearing, walking, reaching, grasping, kneeling, stooping, and repetitive motion.
• Must have good balance and coordination.
• The physical requirements of this position are: heavy work - exerting up to 100 lbs. of force occasionally and/or up to 50 lbs. of force frequently.
• Will be required to wear lead apron for extended periods of time.
• The Associate is required to have close visual acuity including color, depth perception, and field of vision to perform an activity, such as assessing patients, preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; or extensive reading.
• Frequent invasive and non-invasive patient contact.
• Exposure to patient body fluids as well as exposure to hazardous or poisonous materials.
• Ability to react quickly to emergency situations.
  
  

Our Associates are passionate about what they do, the service they provide and the patients they serve. We value family, team and a Power of One culture that requires commitment to the highest standards of care and unity.

Education

Associates Degree: Cardiovascular Technology, Associates Degree: Nursing, Associates Degree: Paramedic, Associates Degree: Respiratory Therapy (Required), Associates Degree: Surgical Technology, Associates Degree: Ultrasound, Bachelor's Degree: Nursing - RN, Bachelor's Degree: Ultrasound, High School Diploma or Equivalent, Technical Degree or Diploma: Advanced Emergency Medical Technician, Technical Degree or Diploma: Emerg Medical Tech (EMT), Technical Degree or Diploma: Nursing - LPN, Technical Degree or Diploma: Paramedic

Work Experience

Cath Lab, No prior work experience, Respiratory care

Certifications

Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support - American Heart Association, Advanced Emergency Medical Personnel - Tennessee - Tennessee Emergency Medical Services Division, BASIC LIFE SUPPORT - American Heart Association, Certified Respiratory Care Therapist - Tennessee - Tennessee Board of Respiratory Care, Certified Respiratory Technician Mississippi - Mississippi State Department of Health, Certified Surgical First Assistant - National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting, Certified Surgical Technologist - National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting, Emergency Medical Personnel Tennessee - Tennessee Emergency Medical Services Division, EMT - Basic Mississippi - Mississippi State Department of Health, Licensed Practical Nurse - Mississippi - Mississippi Board of Nursing, Licensed Practical Nurse - Tennessee - Tennessee Board of Nursing, Paramedic Mississippi - Mississippi State Department of Health, Paramedic Tennessee - Tennessee Emergency Medical Services Division, Pediatric Advanced Life Support - American Heart Association, Registered Cardiac Electrophysiology Specialist - Cardiovascular Credentialing International, Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist - Cardiovascular Credentialing International, Registered Nurse Mississippi - Mississippi Board of Nursing, Registered Nurse Tennessee - Tennessee Board of Nursing, Registered Respiratory Therapist - Mississippi - Mississippi State Department of Health, Registered Respiratory Therapist - Tennessee - Tennessee Board of Respiratory Care

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