Travel Cardiac Cath Lab Technologist - $2,654 per week

About the role

Medical Solutions is seeking a travel Cath Lab Technologist for a 13-week assignment in Peoria, Illinois.

Responsibilities

• To assist the Cardiologists in performing invasive and diagnostic/interventional cardiac/vascular and electrophysiologic procedures as well as technical hemodynamic monitoring and interpretation using automated techniques.
• To provide care to meet patient needs and handle other duties as required and assigned.
• To assist cardiologists in performing invasive coronary/vascular/EP diagnostic and/or therapeutic procedures using a specific technique.
• To set up and operate a variety of electrical/imaging equipment and computers.
• To display good judgment and problem-solving skills.
• To display ability to organize and prioritize performance based on procedural findings.
• To advocate for patient's needs.
• To interpret hemodynamic and procedural results/outcome.
• To select and operate procedural supplies/equipment based on procedural findings.
• To operate both monophasic and biphasic defibrillators.
• To effectively communicate and educate patient during procedures to alleviate anxiety and ensure focused patient care.
• To recognize and assist any anesthesia needs inherent in the care of the deeply sedated or anesthetized patient.
• To collaborate with Research RN/Coordinator in carrying out laboratory-based research.
• To excel in communication skills and professional interaction to facilitate patient safety, satisfaction, and optimal patient outcomes during procedures.
• To collaborate with team members and other health care providers in planning patient care specific to procedures being performed.
• To assume accountability for patient care by directing team members, if necessary, to achieve a standard of excellence and optimal patient outcomes.
• To excel in communication skills to effectively train and mentor team members.
• To appropriately, professionally interact with various vendors to ensure patient safety and positive outcomes resulting from product and/or equipment/supply use.
• To update knowledge and skills as equipment changes are implemented within the area.
• To check and evaluate equipment to ensure adequate performance and general safety on a daily basis.
• To manage digital archiving system ensuring safe storage of patient images and reports.
• To promptly notify appropriate personnel and remove any malfunctioning equipment.
• To promptly report any equipment or supply malfunction or defective status so that proactive steps may be taken to ensure patient safety.
• To demonstrate the ability to troubleshoot and/or problem-solve any equipment within the area.
• To demonstrate the ability to query archived images from deep archive storage, as well as create CD's to facilitate transmission of patient information.
• To provide care to the patient undergoing coronary invasive procedures in the Cath Lab through the use of guidelines, policies, procedures, and standards of care.
• To report significant observations and reactions to appropriate personnel and document care provided.
• To maintain a working knowledge of aseptic technique.
• To assist in passing sterile guidewires, catheters, and other devices as required, using aseptic technique.
• To prepare instruments for sterilization.
• To suggest equipment of procedural changes required for the quality care of the patient.
• To prepare sterile field.
• To observe for deviation from proper aseptic technique by others and have it corrected.
• To report significant observations to appropriate personnel and document observations and care provided.
• To accurately interpret EKG and alert physician of any irregular activity.

Requirements

• Minimum three (3) years of applicable experience.
• Knowledge of hemodynamic concepts, cardiac anatomy and physiology, and the purpose and operation of equipment and supplies inherent in cardiac/vascular diagnostic and interventional procedures.
• Knowledge and competency in moderate sedation administration and policy protocol.
• Knowledge of EP concepts, theory, and the fluoroscopic anatomy and physiology involved in diagnostic and interventional EP procedures.
• Ability to recognize and assist in treatment of any complication arising from cardiac/vascular/EP diagnostic and interventional procedures.
• Ability to set up sterile table with appropriate supplies specific to each procedure performed within the area.
• Extensive knowledge of use and function of supplies specific to cardiac/vascular diagnostic and interventional procedures.
• Knowledge and ability to properly connect to appropriate physiologic monitoring equipment.
• Knowledge of radiation safety and appropriate use and function of imaging equipment.
• Advanced knowledge of EKG interpretation and arrhythmia recognition, analysis, and interpretation.
• Knowledge of data analysis and interpretation specific to device implantation and function.
• Knowledge and recognition of Invasive Cardiology routines.

Skills

• Required Skills & Experience:
• - Minimum three (3) years of applicable experience.
• - Knowledge of hemodynamic concepts, cardiac anatomy and physiology, and the purpose and operation of equipment and supplies inherent in cardiac/vascular diagnostic and interventional procedures.
• - Knowledge and competency in moderate sedation administration and policy protocol.
• - Knowledge of EP concepts, theory, and the fluoroscopic anatomy and physiology involved in diagnostic and interventional EP procedures.
• - Ability to recognize and assist in treatment of any complication arising from cardiac/vascular/EP diagnostic and interventional procedures.
• - Ability to set up sterile table with appropriate supplies specific to each procedure performed within the area.
• - Extensive knowledge of use and function of supplies specific to cardiac/vascular diagnostic and interventional procedures.
• - Knowledge and ability to properly connect to appropriate physiologic monitoring equipment.
• - Knowledge of radiation safety and appropriate use and function of imaging equipment.
• - Advanced knowledge of EKG interpretation and arrhythmia recognition, analysis, and interpretation.
• - Knowledge of data analysis and interpretation specific to device implantation and function.
• - Knowledge and recognition of Invasive Cardiology routines.

Benefits

• Weekly pay
• Holiday Pay
• Guaranteed Hours
• Continuing Education
• 401k retirement plan
• Pet insurance
• Company provided housing options
• Cancellation protection
• Wellness and fitness programs
• Mileage reimbursement
• Referral bonus
• Employee assistance programs
• Medical benefits
• Dental benefits
• Vision benefits
• Benefits start day 1
• LICENSE AND CERTIFICATION REIMBURSEMENT

Pay

Pay package is based on 10 hour shifts and 40 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined.