Cath Lab Tech - Full Time, Day (St. Mary)
Full-time day shift, 40 hours per week, 10-hour shifts with on-call. On-call is typically 1 day a week and 1 weekend (Friday 5 PM through Monday 7 AM) every 5th week. On-call needs may fluctuate.
About the role
Ability to work autonomously and collaboratively with supervising physicians, department, and other members of the healthcare team in an effective and comprehensive manner. Assists physician in performing basic to advanced interventional cardiovascular/radiologic procedures for the adult patient. Strong background in angiography with an emphasis in cardiac catheterization, balloon angioplasty, cardiac/peripheral vascular stenting, and interventional radiology procedures for the trauma patient.
Responsibilities
- Follows appropriate department protocol for procedures unless specified differently by Radiologist
- Obtains and documents patient history and pertinent information in appropriate systems
- Ensures proper identification of patient according to the National Patient Safety Goals
- Verifies and follows Doctor’s written orders
- Produces quality diagnostic images for interpretation, such as positioning, technique, and image orientation
- Responds effectively in an emergency situation
- Adheres to infection control standards specific to patient care
- Consults and communicates with other departments in a professional manner
- Demonstrates understanding of safety, health and moral needs of customers/co-workers by taking steps to ensure those needs are met
- Plans delivery of care according to patient injury or physical limitations
- Operates medical imaging equipment properly and safely
- Demonstrates awareness of Radiation Safety procedures for self and others
- Replenishes and changes supplies in assigned area as needed
- Ensures equipment is in acceptable condition by conducting warm-up procedures
- Follows department standards for reporting equipment malfunctions or problems
- Performs accurate procedures in the operating room
- Assists Radiologist in performing fluoroscopic procedures
- Performs quality bedside radiographs
- Accurately prepares and assists in the administration of contrast materials
- Performs other duties as assigned
Requirements
- RCIS (Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist) or ARRT required
- Dysrhythmia course within 90 days of hire—successful completion
- BLS Certification
- 1 year Cath Lab, IR, or EP experience preferred
- On-call commitment
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefit packages, including medical, dental, vision, and mental health
- Paid time off
- 403B retirement plan
- Education assistance
- Voluntary benefits (pet insurance, accident insurance, hospital indemnity, and others) available from the first day of employment
- Work/life balance with flexible schedules
- Free onsite parking
- Onsite discounted childcare through Bright Horizons
- Referral Rewards Program
About Us
St. Mary Medical Center is a 53-acre state-of-the-art facility comprised of more than 700 physicians, nearly 3,000 colleagues, and 1,100 volunteers committed to providing quality care delivered with compassion and respect. St. Mary attracts top doctors, introduces cutting-edge technologies, and implements advanced procedures to meet the healthcare needs of the people it serves, including the nearly 630,000 residents of Bucks County.