Position Summary:
Consistently be supervised by a preceptor to develop technical and professionalskills through observation and hands on demonstration.
Responsibilities:
Essential Functions
- Develops cognitive thinking skills and assesses the patient’s physical condition and age specific needs.
- Provides physiological and hemodynamic monitoring during diagnostic and/or interventional cardiac procedures.
- Assists in the technical performance of diagnostic and/or interventional procedures specific to individual location.
- Develops good radiation protection work habits to help minimize exposure to patient, self and others.
- Interprets application and technical aspects of all equipment and supplies used in all procedures.
- Assists Cardiologist as a scrub assistant.
- Verifies all procedure documentation is complete and legible.
- Verifies files and records for completeness and accuracy of the patient studies.
- Demonstrates the knowledge of aseptic technique.
- Provides communication in a positive manner with patients and their families.
- Maintains reasonably regular, punctual attendance consistent with Orlando Health policies, the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards.
- Maintains compliance with all Orlando Health policies and procedures.
Other Related Functions
- Maintains cleanliness of work area and equipment. Maintain well-stocked and organized work areas.
- Demonstrates efficient use of supplies.
- Accountable for maintaining downtime productivity.
- Utilizes all department computer systems effectively and accurately.
Qualifications:
Education/Training
Enrolled in senior year of Cardiovascular Technologist accredited college.
Licensure/Certification
- American Heart Association BLS for Healthcare Providers
- ACLS certification required.
- PALS may be required depending on unit specific needs.
Experience
None.
