Performs direct and indirect functions in the cardiac cath lab. Assists all physicians/staff with clinical and technical aspects of cardiovascular care. Performs miscellaneous duties as assigned. Scrubs monitors and circulates in all invasive procedures in the cath lab and IVR. (invasive/surgical and interventional procedures) inventory control. Able to function on all cardiac alerts and STEMI cases. This position will support all the facilities in the market as needed.
ResponsibilitiesAssesses physical, psychosocial, and growth and development needs of the patient. Completes pre, intra and post procedure assessment. Informs nurse/MD of any changes in patient’s condition. Develops a plan of care for procedure being performed, plan of care is individualized to include specific patient problems, needs and scheduled procedure. Provides teaching and guidance to patient and/or family as well as staff members. Able to execute x-ray for desired views - abdominal aorta gram, runoff, division. Stores and print images. Sets priorities for care of patients based on patient's needs and resources available. Identifies and performs appropriately in emergency patient care solutions. Has knowledge of set up and monitoring of IABP. Assists with set-up, insertion, and care of temporary and permanent pacemakers.
QualificationsEducation:
Required: Associate degree in Radiology or equivalent, basic EKG course.
Preferred: Bachelor’s degree in Radiology or equivalent.
Experience:
Required: 6 months in cath lab/cardiac intervention lab.
Preferred: 1 year experience providing cardiac cath, radiology care.
Certifications:
Required: AHA BLS, ARRT or RCIS certification.
Preferred: ARRT (CV), (CI) or (VI); AHA ACLS.
Physical Demands:
Skills Required
- Associate degree in Radiology or equivalent
- Basic EKG course
- Six months of experience in a cardiac catheterization or cardiac intervention lab
- AHA BLS certification
- ARRT or RCIS certification
- Bachelor's degree in Radiology or equivalent
- One year of experience providing cardiac catheterization and radiology care
- ARRT CV, CI, or VI certification
- AHA ACLS certification
What We Do
Tenet Healthcare Corporation (NYSE: THC) is a diversified healthcare services company headquartered in Dallas. Our care delivery network includes United Surgical Partners International, the largest ambulatory platform in the country, which operates ambulatory surgery centers and surgical hospitals. We also operate a national portfolio of acute care and specialty hospitals, other outpatient facilities, a network of leading employed physicians and a global business center in Manila, Philippines. Our Conifer Health Solutions subsidiary provides revenue cycle management and value-based care services to hospitals, health systems, physician practices, employers, and other clients. Across the Tenet enterprise, we are united by our mission to deliver quality, compassionate care in the communities we serve. For more information, please visit www.tenethealth.com.
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