Cardiovascular Technician II Position Available In DeSoto, Mississippi

Cardiovascular Technician II

Job ID:

31687

Job Category:

Clinical Technician/Technologist

Work Schedule:

Days

Department:

Electrophysiology Laboratory

Facility:

BMH Desoto Hospital

Location:

Southaven, MS
Overview

Technician-Cardiovascular II Job Code:

21898 FLSA Status

Job Family:

NURSING
Job Summary
Assists in cardiovascular procedures in the Cardiac Cath and EP Lab by scrubbing, circulating, and monitoring under the supervision of the performing interventional cardiologist or electrophysiologist. Provides technical support in the diagnosis and treatment of heart and vascular disease.
Job Responsibilities
Demonstrates a thorough understanding of Cardiac Cath Lab principals/theory and utilizes the most appropriate technique and positioning for optimal procedures/treatments, as demonstrated by procedure/treatment results.
Develops appropriate procedure/treatment plan.
Implements procedure/treatment plan utilizing established hospital protocols/guidelines and according to currentpetencies and scope of practice.
Completes documentation as required toply with hospital policies and procedures.
Maintains equipment, procedure/treatment rooms, and work areas in a neat and safe condition to ensure the safety of patients and staff.
Participates in hospital and departmental Performance Improvement activities to ensure that patient care is consistent with established standards.
Completes assigned goals.
Specifications
Experience

Description Minimum Required:

minimum of 1 year cardiac cath or EP lab experience Preferred/Desired
Education

Description Minimum Required:

graduate of an accredited cardiovascular technology associates degree
Preferred/Desired
Training
Description Minimum Required Preferred/Desired
Special Skills
Description Minimum Required Preferred/Desired
Licensure

Description Minimum Required:

BLS CERTIFICATION WITHIN 14 DAYS OF HIRE

; ACLS certification or within 6 months of hire;

NOTE:

Only eligible for position for 18 months as

RCIS/RCES

certification required within 1 year of eligibility. Preferred/Desired
ing Relationships
Does this position formally supervise employees? If set to YES, then this position has the authority (delegated) to hire, terminate, discipline, promote or effectively rmend such to manager.
ing Relationships
No
Work Environment
Functional Demands
Label Short Description Full Description
Sedentary Very light energy level Lift 10lbs. box overhead. Lift and carry 15lbs. Push/pull 20lbs. cart
Light Moderate energy level Lift and carry 25-35lbs. Push/pull 50-100lbs. (ie. empty bed, stretcher)
Medium High energy level Lift and carry 40-50lbs. Push/pull +

• 150-200lbs.

(Patient on bed, stretcher) Lateral transfer 150-200lbs. (ie. Patient)
Heavy Very high energy level Lift over 50lbs. Carry 80lbs. a distance of 30 feet. Push/pull > 200lbs. (ie. Patient on bed, stretcher). Lateral transfer or max assist sit to stand transfer.

Functional Demands Rating:

Medium
Activity Level Throughout Workday
Physical Activity Requirements

• Sitting:

  Occasional
  Physical Activity Requirements

• Standing:

  Frequent
  Physical Activity Requirements

• Walking:

  Frequent
  Physical Activity Requirements

• Climbing (e.g., stairs or ladders): Occasional
  Physical Activity Requirements
• Carry objects: Frequent
  Physical Activity Requirements

• Push/Pull:

  Frequent
  Physical Activity Requirements

• Twisting:

  Frequent
  Physical Activity Requirements

• Bending:

  Frequent
  Physical Activity Requirements

• Reaching Forward:

  Frequent
  Physical Activity Requirements

• Reaching Overhead:

  Occasional
  Physical Activity Requirements

• Squat/Kneel/Crawl:

  Occasional
  Physical Activity Requirements

• Wrist position deviation: Frequent
  Physical Activity Requirements
• Pinching/fine motor activities: Frequent
  Physical Activity Requirements
• Keyboard use/repetitive motion: Occasional
  Physical Activity Requirements
• Taste or smell: Not Anticipated
  Physical Activity Requirements
• Talk or hear: Continuous
  Sensory Requirements

Color Discrimination:

Yes

Near Vision:

Accurate

Far Vision:

Accurate

Depth Perception:

Accurate

Hearing:

Accurate
Environmental Requirements

• Blood-Borne Pathogens:

  Anticipated
  Environmental Requirements

• Chemical:

  Anticipated
  Environmental Requirements

• Airborne Communicable Diseases:

  Anticipated
  Environmental Requirements

• Extreme Temperatures:

  Not Anticipated
  Environmental Requirements

• Radiation:

  Not Anticipated
  Environmental Requirements

• Uneven Surfaces or Elevations:

  Not Anticipated
  Environmental Requirements

• Extreme Noise Levels:

  Not Anticipated
  Environmental Requirements

• Dust/Particular Matter:

  Not Anticipated
  Environmental Requirements

• Other