Cardiology Technologist II

Job Responsibilities And Requirements

• General Patient Care:
  • Performs general patient care as it relates to the patient's physical needs under the direction of the RN.
  • Follows established policies and procedures if providing direct patient care.
  • Initiates and plans for provision of patient comfort and hygiene measures.
  • Makes frequent rounds on all patients noting condition, requests, and environment.
  • Performs EKG.
  • Aids in admission, discharge, and transfer of patients.
  • Aids nurses and physicians with procedures.
  • Prepares rooms prior to and following cases.
  • Applies sterile drapes and prepares equipment prior to start of procedure.
  • Documents an appropriate patient history containing pertinent patient information regarding their condition and including patient limitations into computerized Cath lab charting system under the RN's direction.
• Technical Support:
  • Performs technical support during catheterization procedure.
  • Circulates in the procedure rooms, scrub assist during procedure.
  • Initiates appropriate action in regard to supplies and equipment.
  • Maintains supplies and equipment.
  • Performs catheter and sheath removal after invasive procedures.
  • Accurately connects patients to EKG monitors.
  • Establishes arterial/venous line set-up prior to procedure.
  • Operates equipment necessary and demonstrates proficiency.
  • Hemodynamic monitor/recorder, Video/imaging system, Oximeters, Contrast injectors, Cardiac output units, Oxygen consumption monitors, Quantitative analysis software, Intravascular ultrasound units, Doppler blood flow velocity unit, Intra-aortic balloon pump, Fractional Flow Reserve, Bovine Ablator, Impeller, Temporary Pacemaker.
  • Ensures equipment/supplies are available and stored appropriately.
  • Empties full trash/soiled linen containers.
  • Notifies appropriate department to maintain a clean and safe environment (housekeeping, maintenance, dietary, etc.).
  • Assesses groin site and peripheral pulses.
  • Checks vital signs prior to sheath removal.
  • Compresses artery and/or vein for prescribed length of time.
  • Assesses site after homeostasis is obtained.
  • Provides patient instructions regarding post-procedural activity.
  • Aids in inventory/supply maintenance.
  • Orders supplies from Central Service as directed.
  • Sends clean supplies for sterilization as needed.
  • Aids with inventory counting.
• Communication:
  • Communicates effectively on behalf of patients and/or unit concerns to the appropriate people.
  • Obtains patient care instructions from professional nurse and informs nurse of changes in patient's condition.
  • Documents all procedures concisely and legibly on chart forms according to chart form guidelines.
  • Answers the telephone by identifying the unit and self in a courteous manner.
  • Directs prompt and courteous attention to the needs of patients, families, visitors, and physicians.
• Safety/Infection Control:
  • P Practices according to safety and infection control policies.
  • Practices universal precautions and disposes of hazardous wastes per established guidelines.
  • Maintains a safe, clean, comfortable and therapeutic environment for patients/families/employees in accordance with hospital standards.
  • Maintains clutter free environment.
  • Keeps conversations and background noise to a minimum.
  • Adheres to dress code.
  • Reports risk management concerns.
  • Completes all annual mandatory requirements as assigned by SSM Health Saint Louis University Hospital.
  • Properly identifies patients by checking the patient armband or using two unique identifiers.
  • Cleans procedure room between patients (mops floor, empties trash, etc.).
  • Works in a constant state of alertness and safe manner.
• Service Standards:
  • Provides service excellence to the customers of Saint Louis University Hospital by delivering timely, high quality care in a courteous and respectful manner.
  • Demonstrates care and courtesy.
  • Provides prompt, respectful, and courteous service.
  • Mets physical, spiritual, psychological, and emotional needs of patients and families.
  • Demonstrates ability to relate to coworkers in a professional and respectful manner, to assure and promote a culture of safety.
  • Communicates effectively and maintains confidentiality.
  • Listens to patient/family concerns and addresses needs.
  • Explains procedures and all education in a manner that patient and family understand.
  • Allows time for questions.
  • Demonstrates competence and collaboration.
  • Provides quality care in accordance to standards.
  • Aid with other departments to facilitate workflow and continuity.
  • Provides cost effective services.
  • Uses resources wisely.
  • Recommends changes in practice that increase efficiency and minimize waste.
• Personal Accountability:
  • Demonstrates accountability for own job performance.
  • Acknowledges authority, responding appropriately to supervisors' directions.
  • Participates in additional learning experience to increase competence, including: Staff meetings, Mandatory in-services and other educational programs.
  • Assumes responsibility for completing all annual mandatory requirements.
  • Is at work as scheduled and begins duties promptly at start of shift.
  • Functions as a resource person to co-workers, patients/families, medical staff, and ancillary personnel.
  • Identifies problems, gathers pertinent data, suggests solutions, communicates using appropriate lines of authority, and works toward problem resolution.
  • Asks for assistance when necessary and offers to willingly assist co-workers.
  • Demonstrates pride in physical appearance of the hospital, keeping all areas neat and clean.
  • Spend free time with patients and/or in another constructive manner.
  • Adheres to and incorporates all customer service standards in patient care and work practices.

Performance Improvement (PI)

• Assists in deploying unit-based PI plan.
• Collects PI data as assigned.
• Collaborates in developing and implementing action plans.
• Participates in research activities on the nursing unit.

Qualifications

• Completion of Radiology program and ARRT-R or RCIS/CCI credential as a Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist.
• Cath Lab cross training can be provided.