Invasive Cath Lab/IR Technologist – Full Time Days Position Available In Bucks, Pennsylvania

Invasive Cath Lab/IR Technologist – Full Time Days
locations
Sellersville, PA – 700 Lawn Ave
time type
Full time
posted on
Posted 2 Days Ago
job requisition id
R127505
St. Luke’s is proud of the skills, experience andpassion of its employees. The employees of St. Luke’s are our most valuable asset! Individually and together, our employees are dedicated to satisfying the mission of our organization which is an unwaveringmitment to excellence as we care for the sick and injured; educate physicians, nurses and other health care providers; and improve access to care in themunities we serve, regardless of a patient’s ability to pay for health care.
The Invasive Cath Lab/Interventional Radiology Technologist performs interventional radiology examinations and invasive cardiac procedures on patients based on department procedures and under the direction of appropriate supervisor.

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Demonstrates technological proficiency in assisting with all procedures performed with respective physicians in interventional radiology and/or cardiac catheterization lab
Directly assists interventional radiologist and/or Cardiologist in the performance of various diagnostic and therapeutic procedures
Communicates clinical observations during procedures to performing Physician
Remains current in practice and utilizes expertise in the technological aspects of interventional radiology and/or invasive cardiology
Demonstrates proficiency in the operation of all equipment and supplies utilized in interventional services and demonstrates the ability to troubleshoot equipment and issues effectively
Accountable for accurate procedural documentation in Epic
Demonstrates the action of understanding specific medications utilized in Cardiac catheterization procedures andprehends indications for usage
Monitors hemodynamic status of patients and responds appropriately to fluctuation of parameters
Demonstrates proficiency in maintaining hemostasis of access sites
Accountable for quality of digital images sent to PACS. Verify correct patient is selected from worklist, ensures accuracy of Medical Record information prior to being sent to PACS
PHYSICAL

AND SENSORY REQUIREMENTS

Sit up to 2 hours per day; 1 hour at a time. Stand for up to 10 hours per day; 8 hours at a time. Walk 6 hours per day; 10 minutes at a time. Consistently lift, carry and push objects up to 10 lbs. Occasionally lift, carry and push objects up to 75 lbs. Transports patients weighing up to 500 lbs. via wheelchair, bed and/or stretcher. Frequently stoop and bend. Frequently reach above shoulder level. Must be able to perceive attributes of an object through touch. Must be able to hear as it relates to normal conversation and high and low frequencies. Must be able to see as it relates to general, near, far, color and peripheral vision.

EDUCATION

Registered Invasive Cardiovascular Technologist or Registered Radiology Technologist (current NJ license if working in NJ) or trained Cardiovascular Technician.

TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE

Minimum of 1-year staff technologist. At least 1-year experience in interventional radiology and/or cardiac catheterization lab, preferred.

If Radiology Technologist:

required to successfullyplete advanced invasive radiology registry within 1 year of eligibility. Obtain BLS and ACLS bypletion of orientation History ofputer usage experience required.