Cardiac Catheterization Specialist

*This position qualifies for a $15,000 Commitment Incentive which will be paid over a three (3) year work commitment. Equal installments will be paid after each six (6) months of work completed. Learn more about the incentive program here: https://jobs.unchealthcare.org/pages/imaging-commitment-incentive-program
 

Summary:
Performs a variety of cardiac technical, diagnostic, therapeutic and patient care tasks for patients with cardiac disease using radiological sciences. Tasks performed include radiographic imaging, manipulation of equipment, use of intra-aortic balloon pump, hemodynamic monitoring and recording, patient preparation and post procedure care, procedure room set up and cleaning, and quality monitoring.

Responsibilities:
1. Assists physicians with obtaining digital radiographic images of heart, peripheral vessels and any other required structures. Appropriately controls radiographic equipment to acquire quality images. Pans the radiographic table so that the physician visualizes desired structures. Appropriately sets x-ray acquisition parameters for cardiac and peripherals to provide quality images. Practices radiation safety by utilizing distance and appropriate protective attire. Demonstrates knowledge of a variety of procedures and techniques and applies these to skillfully meet comprehensive needs of the patient. Anticipates patient and physician needs, alerts physician to changes in patient condition, and contributes to the plan in an organized and timely manner. Demonstrates expert knowledge in the technical areas of hemodynamics, diagnostic, interventional and peripheral procedures including devices and protocols
2. Daily Room Preparations. Performs daily room QCs and notifies appropriate people of variances. Prepares procedure room and equipment for daily use and each procedure. Ensures enough stock on hand to accommodate routine daily case volumes. Conducts in-room inventory and supply management. Is aware of and stores all patient care products according to JCAHO regulations.
3. Data Collection. Documents data necessary for patient records, Apollo reporting, charge entry and image archive. Retrieves stored information from Witt, HeartLab, ICE, and IVUS systems. Verifies data entry on all systems and verifies patient charges for accuracy. Documents complications and variances for CQI.
4. Delivers pre-, during, and post-procedure patient care. Initiates accurate documentation and data entry. Prepares scrub table and preps patient for procedure while maintaining sterile techniques. Preparation of lines and devices for administration of injectable fluids. Injection of drugs under direct supervision of physician, insertion of IVs.
5. Equipment Operation. Operates, inspects, troubleshoots and performs routine maintenance for variety of cardiac catheterization lab equipment. Effectively operates all devices utilized in cardiac cath procedures, IVUS, Combo Map, ICE, HeartLab, etc. Initiates maintenance or service on equipment that is damaged or malfunctioning.
6. May perform lead worker responsibilities such as training and education of staff and assigning work to other specialists and/or staff
7. Operate, monitors, records, evaluates, and maintains patient information. Works in an organized and timely fashion by prioritizing tasks to ensure efficient and efficacious patient care. Meets challenges of case volumes and patient care issues to ensure optimal care and outcomes. Ensures quality and accuracy of reported laboratory data. Reports variances to physician and ensures that variances have been addressed. Ensures all recorded data is accurate and makes corrections as needed.
 

Education Requirements:
● Graduation from either a program accredited by the Committee on Allied Health and Accreditation, a special procedures program, an accredited school of professional nursing, or a course training in cardiac catherization.
● Completion of EKG/Arrhythmia course within three (3) months from date of hire.
Licensure/Certification Requirements:
● American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) certification, Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist (RCIS) certification, or Cardiovascular Technician (CVT) certification within six (6) months from date of hire.
● Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification within six (6) months from date of hire.
Professional Experience Requirements:
● No prior experience required.
Knowledge/Skills/and Abilities Requirements:
 

Job Details

Legal Employer: STATE

Entity: UNC Medical Center
 

Organization Unit: Cardiac Catheterization

Work Type: Full Time
 

Standard Hours Per Week: 40.00

Work Schedule: Day Job

Location of Job: US:NC:Chapel Hill

Exempt From Overtime: Exempt: No

Salary Range: $29.98 - $37.48 per hour (minimum to midpoint)

Pay offers are determined by experience and internal equity.

This is a State position employed by UNC Health Care System.
 

Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

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