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Travel Cath Lab Tech - $2,904 per week in Elizabethtown, KY

Aequor

Elizabethtown, KY

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JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$2,904–$2,904
SKILLS
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT), Analysis Skills, Cardiac Catheter Laboratory, Cardiology, Cardiovascular Disease, Catheterization, Catheterization Laboratory, Clinical Assessment, Communication Skills, Corrective Action, Documentation, Emergency Management, Geriatrics, Healthcare, Medical Assistance, Medical Records, Medical Treatment, Medical Waste, Medication Administration, Medications, Patient Care, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Radiation Safety, Radiography, Record Keeping, Registered Nurse (RN), Time Management, Waveforms
LOCATION
Elizabethtown, KY
POSTED
23 days ago
Job Summary: Responsible for the safe operation of fluoroscopic and radiographic equipment in the Cardiac Cath Lab. Coordinates care with the physicians and other departments. Performs in the following roles for adult and geriatric cardiac catheterization procedures: computer operator, scrub assistant, second circulator, and recovery technician. Job Responsibilities: --45% Daily: -Assists circulating RN with assessment and implementation of care for CVL patients by recognizing drugs and lab values that may contraindicate Cath procedure and relays information to appropriate personnel. -Recognizing drugs and lab values that may contraindicate Cath procedure and relays information to appropriate personnel. -Documenting appropriate information in the medical record: accurately enters/records patient demographics, accurately documents procedural information for all procedures, continuously monitors hemodynamic data and relays information to appropriate personnel and accurately analyzes hemodynamic waveforms. -Assists scrub personnel with acquisition of needed equipment, sets up equipment and first line assist physician during procedures while maintaining sterile technique. -Properly disposes of biohazardous materials and contaminated equipment. -Accurately calculates valve areas and shunts. -Assists the physician/RN in the management of emergency situations by coordinating emergency transfers per BHH policy. -Assist with access and administration of medications on and off the sterile field. -Ensures all medications/solutions are labeled on and off the sterile field. -Demonstrates proficiency in performance of Cath Lab during a code per policy. --35% Safety: -Monitors and assesses radiation and safety in accordance with the code of practice guidelines. -Adheres to radiation protection guidelines as it applies to CVL personnel and the patient. --10% Communication: -Recognizing initial slight alterations in patient s body systems, i.e., vital signs, overt physical signs, and communicating to appropriate members of health care team. --10% Other Duties: -Performs other duties as assigned. Skills: Required Skills & Experience: -No experience required. -Accepts responsibility for words, actions, attitude, and results while meeting deadlines and performance expectations. -Practices effective, clear, and respectful communications (both verbal and written) and demonstrates attentiveness through active listening and engaged body language. -Collaborates, respects, and cooperates with all co-workers, valuing differences and addressing concerns directly, while actively contributing to the vision and results of the team. -Warmly, personally, and professionally greets all internal and external customers, promoting a high level of satisfaction by providing information about what to expect, actively listening, and intentionally following up on questions and concerns, including taking corrective action when necessary. Preferred Skills & Experience: -One (1) year invasive vascular experience. Education: Required Education: -Associate's Degree from an accredited school of Radiologic Technology. Preferred Education: -N/A Required Certifications & Licensure: -Current registration in the state of Kentucky. -BLS -ACLS -ARRT -Completion of Basic Arrhythmia Course. Preferred Certifications & Licensure: -N/A Job Category: Clinical-Allied

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