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Description
Become part of an inclusive organization with over 40,000 teammates, whose mission is to improve the health and well‐being of the unique communities we serve.
Summary
Consults with, monitors, and performs tests on patients undergoing cardiovascular procedures.
Responsibilities
Documents history and physical assessment for patients undergoing procedures within the cath lab.
Explains procedures and treatments to patients to gain patient cooperation and understanding and allay apprehension.
Prepares patient for procedure by positioning and using appropriate equipment.
Operates diagnostic imaging equipment to produce contrast‑enhanced radiographs of heart and cardiovascular system (angiocardiograms).
Operates multichannel physiological monitor to measure and record functions of cardiovascular and pulmonary systems of patient during cardiac catherization.
Observes patient, records significant conditions and reactions. Communicates with physician regarding patient's condition and reaction to drugs, treatments, and other significant incidents.
Assists Physician in diagnostic and interventional procedures.
Provides technical assistance as needed.
Complies with departmental, hospital, and regulatory policies and procedures.
Accepts responsibility for personal growth and development and professional accountability.
Education Requirements
Associate's degree (A.A.) or graduation from a cardiovascular related program required.
Licensure / Certification Requirements
RCIS, RRT, or RDCS required.
ACLS, ARRT, RESP CARE preferred.
Professional Experience Requirements
At least one year experience in invasive procedures or two years relevant healthcare experience.
Note: Current teammates hired before Dec 9, 2022 are not required to hold RCIS, RRT, or RDCS certification.
Teammates who received their RCIS certification prior to January 1, 2017 may qualify with five (5) years of experience in lieu of their Associate's degree.
Knowledge / Skills / Abilities Requirements
Language Skills: Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.
Mathematical Skills: Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.
Reasoning Ability: Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.
Job Details
Legal Employer: NCHEALTH
Entity: Caldwell Memorial Hospital
Organization Unit: Cardiac Cath
Work Type: Per Diem
Standard Hours Per Week: 4.00
Salary Range: $28.59 – $41.09 per hour (Hiring Range)
Pay offers are determined by experience and internal equity.
Work Assignment Type: Onsite
Work Schedule: Day Job
Location of Job: US:NC:Lenoir
Exempt From Overtime: No
Equal Opportunity Statement
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.
UNC Health makes reasonable accommodations for applicants' and employees' religious practices and beliefs, as well as applicants and employees with disabilities. All interested applicants are invited to apply for career opportunities. Please email if you need a reasonable accommodation to search and/or apply for a career opportunity.
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