What are the responsibilities and job description for the Cardiac Cath Lab Lead Tech position at RWJBarnabas Health?
Job Overview:
Assists nursing staff with direct patient care activities. Assumes responsibility for providing technical assistance in the environment of the cardiac cath lab. Plans and evaluates care provided. Assists in the delivery of quality patient care through utilization of technical skills. Performs technical duties relating to scrub personnel, including smooth, precise, and efficient reaction to all situations, and assists with departmental work as assigned. Participates in staff, patient and/or family education to a degree consistent with personal knowledge base. Participates in unit PI activities as it relates to area of specialty. Knows the legal limitations relating to the role of cardiovascular/ radiology technician and acts accordingly.
Qualifications:
Required:
- High School Diploma
- Graduate from an accredited Cardiovascular Technology program
- Minimum 2 years experience in CBMC cardiac Cath lab required;
- Minimum of 2 years clinical experience in area of specialty;
Certifications and Licenses Required:
- Invasive cardiology, licensed RT or RCIS, BLS and ACLS certification required, or completion of requirements for BLS/ ACLS certification within 90 days of hire to the unit.
Scheduling Requirements:
- Days
- FT
Benefits and Perks:
At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees physical, emotional, social, and financial health.
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
- Dental and Vision Insurance
- Retirement Plans
- Short & Long Term Disability
- Life & Accidental Death Insurance
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
- Wellness Programs
- Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)
- Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more!
Choosing RWJBarnabas Health!
RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered, high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering a best-in-class work experience to every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time. As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health.
RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education
