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Travel Cath Lab Tech - $2,541 per week in Portsmouth, VA

Aequor

Portsmouth, VA

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JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$2,541–$2,541
SKILLS
Acquisitions Management, Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), Asepsis, Basic Life Support (BLS), Cardiology, Cardiovascular, Catheterization Laboratory, Conflict Resolution, Data Analysis, Data Entry, Data Processing, Depth Perception, Detail Oriented, Electromagnetism, Electronic Medical Records, Geriatrics, Hazardous Materials/Substances, High School Diploma, Image Processing, Industry Standards, Infection Control, Intravenous Therapies, Inventory Management, LaTeX Typesetting, Lift/Move 100 Pounds, Lift/Move 50 Pounds, Manual Dexterity, Medication Administration, Nursing, Order Processing, Patient Care, Patient Safety, Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), Pediatrics, Performance Management, Phlebotomy, Physical Demands, Policy Development, Prescription Drugs, Procedure Development, Quality Assurance, Radiography, Record Keeping, Regulations, Risk, Standards of Care
LOCATION
Portsmouth, VA
POSTED
6 days ago
Skill Job Description: Be sure to click the blue page icon on the right-side to view Facility and Unit specific details about the position.Invasive Cardiovascular Technologist Primary Function/General Purpose of Position - Assists physician in performance of all cardiovascular procedures, demonstrating competency in all positions (scrub, monitor and float). Analyzes and interprets collected procedural data, provides effective patient care at all acuity levels. Assists in precepting new employees and students to department s organization and function. Maintains inventory and charges appropriately for procedures, performs all procedures per protocol, participates in quality assurance and performance improvement programs as requests. Equitable participation in call coverage required. Essential Job Functions Age Appropriate Competency: The employee is able to demonstrate general competency in providing Age Appropriate Care as indicated by the ability to plan, provide and evaluate care based on the physiological, psychosocial, intellectual and safety developmental needs of the patient. Utilizes appropriate processes and documents in accordance with TJC and other regulatory standards for each patient admitted, transferred or discharged for the invasive procedural area. Demonstrates ability to provide comprehensive care to patients. Demonstrates the ability to function in all roles (scrub, monitor, and circulate). Function as a qualified team member (QTM) in the administration of moderate sedation under the direct supervision of the physician where applicable. Provides care in compliance with establish policies, procedures and standards of care. This may include administration of medications, contrast, starting IV's. IV fluids under the direction of the physician or nurse as prescribed or indicated by the patient's condition and or physician orders. Enters patient data in the angiographic archival system and operates/ monitors digital x-ray acquiring system. Operates equipment in accordance to industry standards and patient safety Accurately records and charges in the electronic medical record. This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation. Licensing/Certification BLS Basic Life Support, ACLS Advanced Cardiac Life Support or PALS Pediatric Advanced Life Support (preferred at hire, must obtain from approved source prior to direct patient care; ACLS or PALS required based on specialty assignment) Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist (required) Education High School Diploma (required) Work Experience None required Training None Language None Patient Population Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on his or her assigned unit. Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development of the life span and possesses the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interprets the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his or her age, specific needs and to provide the care needed as described in departmental policies and procedures. x Neonates (0-4 weeks) x Infant (1-12 months) x Pediatrics (1-12 years) X Adolescents (13-17 years) X Adults (18-64 years) X Geriatrics (65 years and older) Working Conditions X Periods of high stress and fluctuating workloads may occur. X General office environment. X May be exposed to limited hazardous substances or body fluids.* X May be exposed to human blood and other potentially infectious materials.* * Individuals in this position are required to exercise universal precautions, use personal protective equipment and devices, and learn the policies concerning infection control. Physical Requirements Physical Demands Lifting/ Carrying (0-50 lbs.) Frequency 34-66% Lifting/ Carrying (50-100 lbs.) Frequency 1-33% Push/ Pull (0-50 lbs.) Frequency 34-66% Push/ Pull (50-100 lbs.) Frequency 1-33% Stoop, Kneel Frequency 1-33% Crawling Frequency 1-33% Climbing Frequency 0% Balance Frequency 67-100% Bending Frequency 1-33% Work Position Sitting Frequency 1-33% Walking Frequency 34-66% Standing Frequency 1-33% Additional Physical Requirements/Hazards Physical Requirements X Manual dexterity (eye/hand coordination) X Perform shift work X Maneuver weight of patients X Hear alarms/telephone/audio recordings X Reach above shoulder X Repetitive arm/hand movements X Finger Dexterity X Color Vision X Acuity far X Acuity near Hazards X Depth perception X Use of Latex products X Exposure to toxic/caustic/chemicals/detergents x Exposure to moving mechanical parts X Exposure to dust/fumes x Exposure to potential electrical shock x Exposure to x ray/electromagnetic energy x Exposure to high pitched noises X Gaseous risk exposure Skills patient care cardiovascular high technology equipment image acquisition image processing physiologic data acquisition hemodynamic data acquisition patient management communication internal and external customers inventory equipment and supplies attention to detail aseptic techniques cardiac diagnostic and interventional procedures Critical Thinking Phlebotomy Working within an interdisciplinary team Attention to detail Conflict resolution Active listening Relationship building

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