Travel Cardiac Cath Lab Technologist - $3,349 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 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 hemodynamic and procedural results/outcome interpretation.
• 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 enable incumbent to interact with physicians so that patient safety, satisfaction and optimal patient outcomes are facilitated 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, so that a standard of excellence and optimal patient outcomes can be achieved.
• To excel in communication skills enable incumbent 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 then has 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.

Qualifications

• 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.
• Knowledge of correct preparation and draping of patients.
• 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.
• - Knowledge of correct preparation and draping of patients.
• - 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.

Schedule

We're seeking talented healthcare professionals whose adventure game is as strong as their clinical game. Those that want flexibility and high pay, we have the positions for you!