CARDIOVASCULAR TECHNOLOGIST – EP LAB (CVT-RCIS or RCES; ARRT-RCIS, RCES or CI)
Req #: | 134859 |
Department: | EP LAB |
Job Location: | UW Medical Center |
Posting Date: | 08/23/2019 |
Closing Info: | Open Until Filled |
Salary: | $6,242 - $8,932 per month. |
Union Position: | Yes |
Shift: | Alternate Work Shift |
Notes: | 7:30am - 6:00pm; 4, 10's; Days off to vary; Plus scheduled ‘late stay,’ no on-call obligation |
UWMC has one outstanding opportunity for a CARDIOVASCULAR TECHNOLOGIST in the EP Lab, full-time (100%). Responsibilities include scrubbing, monitoring and circulating diagnostic and complex electrophysiology (EP) cardiology procedures. Case types include diagnostic EP studies, ablations (SVT, AVNRT, Afib, Aflutter, VTach) and device implantations.
The CARDIOVASCULAR TECHNOLOGIST in the EP Lab scrubs and monitors a variety of cardiac EP imaging procedures, including complex ablations and a variety of implanted devices and is responsible for patient safety protocols. They function as the first line interface with patients in the successful accomplishment of their cardiac imaging and monitoring needs. In addition, they participate in CQI activities.
- Instructs and prepares patients for cardiac procedures.
- Selects appropriate equipment to use for procedure.
- Safely and correctly operates radiographic equipment to produce angiographic, digital and other specialized images.
- Effectively operates complex computerized physiological equipment to monitor and record ECG's and intracardiac pressures during a variety of cardiac procedures. Collects hemodynamic data and maintains an accurate procedure log using a variety of equipment.
- Preps and drapes patients following aseptic techniques.
- Performs patient care in an environment that optimizes safety, patient comfort and reduces the likelihood of medical/health care errors.
- Consistently assesses patient pain interfering with procedure - makes appropriate physician contact for intervention(s).
- Accurately injects contrast media under the direct presence and supervision of the Cardiologist performing the procedure as indicated.
- Follows the five medication rights and reduces the potential for medication errors.
- Ensures proper technical factors are selected prior to image capture.
- Ensures all images are properly marked prior to image capture.
- Practices required medical and surgical aseptic procedures.
- Inputs patient charges, maintains accurate inventory and assists in the evaluation of new products.
- Participates in the education and competency training of other staff, fellows and students.
- Performs quality control testing on a variety of equipment.
- Takes EP Lab ‘late stay’ (there is no “Call” in the EP Lab) in accordance with department policy to ensure some predictability in completing the cases each day.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
This position provides opportunities to work in a fast-paced, challenging, diverse and rewarding environment. As an employee you will enjoy generous benefits and work/life programs. For detailed information on Benefits for this position, click here.
RCIS, CIS, Cardiovascular Tech, CVT , Registered Cardiovascular Tech, Registered Cardiovascular Technologist, Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Tech, Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Technologist, CV Technologist, RT, ARRT, CI, RCES, Radiologic Technologist, Registered Cardiovascular Electrophysiology Technologist, Registered Cardiovascular Electrophysiology Tech
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Associate of Arts (AA) degree from an accredited Radiologic Technologist Program Registration by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists in Diagnostic Radiology with Cardiac-Interventional (CI) Radiography Certification and Licensure by the State of Washington as a Radiologic Technologist
Equivalent education/experience will substitute for all minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license/certification/registration.
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