Cardiac Catheterization Technologist

About the Role

Provides technical assistance to performing physicians during diagnostic and interventional cardiac catheterizations, structural heart procedures, and other related procedures. Responsible for direct care of patients during procedures as well as management of hemostasis post procedure. Meets qualifications to provide care for patients in the specific age range in their assigned laboratory.

Responsibilities

• Assists the physician with adult and pediatric cardiac catheterizations including but not limited to: myocardial biopsy, transluminal coronary angioplasty and stenting, rotational atherectomy, temporary pacemaker insertion, pericardiocentesis, Swan-Ganz catheter insertion, cardiac assist device insertion, percutaneous valvuloplasty, percutaneous valve implantation, and peripheral vascular diagnostic and interventional procedures.
• Practices sterile technique preparing for procedures including scrubbing, applying surgical gown, gloving, draping, and setup of instrument table.
• Performs emergency therapeutic maneuvers during procedures.
• Initiates life support techniques in the event of cardiac and respiratory arrest including CPR, defibrillation, temporary pacemaker insertion, and airway management.
• Assists with ongoing clinical research trials pertinent to the cardiac catheterization laboratory.
• Records, monitors, and assesses hemodynamic data collected during catheterizations.
• Responsible for primary and secondary hemostasis during and after procedures.
• Operates and ensures quality control of hemodynamic recording devices, fluoroscopy and cine-angiographic x-ray equipment, oxygen consumption equipment, and blood analysis equipment.
• Exhibits extensive knowledge of all related equipment within the catheterization laboratory.
• Assists with the training and orientation of students, techs, cardiology fellows, and cardiac catheterization technologists new to the department.
• Prepares arterial lines.
• Performs appropriate billing for services rendered or equipment used as related to cardiac catheterization.
• Collects and analyzes arterial and venous blood samples including specimens sent to the laboratory, blood gases, and saturations.
• Participates in Joint Commission-mandated educational programs.

Work is typically performed in a clinical environment.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited cardiovascular technology, Radiologic Technology, or allied health program required.
• RCIS certification required within 3 years of employment.
• BLS required within 6 months of hire.
• ACLS required within 6 months of hire.

Preferred backgrounds (not required):

• Radiologic Technologist with active ARRT certification.
• Respiratory Therapist with at least two (2) years of experience.
• Certified Surgical Technologist with at least two (2) years of experience.

Qualifications

• Graduate from Specialty Training Program-Radiologic Technology (Required), Associate's Degree-Related Field of Study (Preferred).
• Minimum of 7 years of related work experience (Required).

Certifications and Licenses:

• Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist (RCIS) - Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI).
• Basic Life Support Certification.
• ACLS Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification within 6 months - American Heart Association (AHA).

Benefits

• Full benefits (health, dental, and vision) starting on day one.
• Three medical plan choices, including an expanded network for out-of-area employees and dependents.
• Pre-tax savings plans with healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts (FSA) and a health savings account (HSA).
• Company-paid life insurance, short-term disability, and long-term disability coverage.
• 401(k) plan that includes automatic Geisinger contributions.
• Generous paid time off (PTO) plan that allows you to accrue time quickly.
• Up to $5,000 in tuition reimbursement per calendar year.
• MyHealth Rewards wellness program to improve your health while earning a financial incentive.
• Family-friendly support including adoption and fertility assistance, parental leave pay, military leave pay, and a free Care.com membership with discounted backup care for loved ones.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Referrals for childcare, eldercare, & pet care. Access to free legal guidance, mental health visits, work-life support, digital self-help tools, and more.
• Voluntary benefits including accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, identity theft protection, universal life, and pet and legal insurance.

Pay

This position qualifies for a $15,000 sign-on bonus paid over two years. Certain stipulations do apply.