Summary:
*Qualified Candidates may be eligible for a sign on bonus up to $15,000*
This position cares for patients before, during and after their electrophysiology procedure, including Pacemaker, ICD, CRT, Leadless devices and SVT, AFIB, AV node, Aflutter, VT PVC ablations, lead extraction and Watchman procedures. This includes pre-procedure assessment, pre-medication, documentation of procedural process, post-procedure care and patient education.
Responsibilities:
(35%)* Assists in prepping patients, sterile tray set up, post-cath care and procedures, and room clean up.
(35%)* Manipulates equipment and sets appropriate techniques on radiographic generators to achieve optimal image quality.
(30%)* Operates a variety of electronic equipment including cardiac output computers, oxygen saturation equipment, hemodynamic equipment, pacemakers, etc., and performs oxygen saturation studies and cardiac output measurements.
OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Scrubs in for procedures with the physician.
Utilizes various controls to move the radiographic table and C-arm equipment so as to include all areas of anatomical interest on the fluoroscopic monitors and finished images and assists physician on obtaining optimal projections.
Stocks supplies and maintains equipment, assists with cardiac arrest procedures and performs basic office procedures.
Utilizes radiographic generators, C-arm and digital systems to provide optimum quality angiographic images in special procedures.
Performs clerical functions as needed.
Provides for the age specific needs of the population served according to department standards and policies/procedures as evidenced by observation, documentation and peer feedback for the following: Adolescent 13 to 17 years Adult 18 to 64 years Later Adult 65 years and older.
MyMichigan Health is a technology driven organization and employees need to demonstrate competency in Microsoft® Windows. An employee may be required to participate in further learning opportunities offered by MyMichigan Health.
Certifications and Licensures:
Credential: BLS: Basic Life Support
Equivalent Experience: Within 3 months of hire or transfer
Qualification Source: AHA
Essential: true
Credential: ARRT: Reg Radiologic Technologist
Equivalent Experience: Knowledge of radiography as normally acquired through completion of an Associate's degree in Radiologic Technology required. ARRT required. Knowledge of cardiac catheterization and interventional radiology procedures as normally acquired through 1-2 years experience in the cardiac catheterization laboratory and/or the interventional radiology setting required.
Qualification Source:
Required Education:
Education: ASSOC
Equivalent Experience: Degree in Healthcare Related Field. ARRT registered required. Knowledge of cardiac catheterization and interventional radiology procedures as normally acquired through 1-2 years experience in the cardiac catheterization laboratory and/or the interventional radiology setting required.
Essential: true
Other Information:
EXPERIENCE, TRAINING AND SKILLS:
Knowledge of cardiac catheterization and interventional radiology procedures as normally acquired through 1-2 years’ experience in the cardiac catheterization laboratory and/or the interventional radiology setting required.
Interpersonal skills needed to communicate successfully with individuals and groups and interact with people at all levels to communicate ideas and concepts in a clear and understandable manner.
This position must show knowledge, ability, and competence in treating patients who range in age from 18 years to 100+ years.
PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS AND TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:
Exposure to stressful situations, including those involving public contact, as well as, trauma, grief and death.
Able to wear personal protective equipment that includes latex materials or appropriate substitute if required for your position.
Is able to move freely about facility with or without an assisted device and must be able to perform the functions of the job as outlined in the job description.
Overall vision and hearing is necessary with or without assisted device(s).
Frequently required to sit/stand/walk for long periods of time. May require frequent postural changes such as stooping, kneeling or crouching.
Some exposure to blood borne pathogens and other potentially infectious material. Must follow MyMichigan Health bloodborne pathogen and TB testing as required.
Ability to handle multiple tasks, get along with others, work independently, regular and predictable attendance and ability to stay awake.
Overall dexterity is required including handling, reaching, grasping, fingering and feeling. May require repetition of these movements on a regular to frequent basis.
Physical Demand Level: Medium:
Must be able to occasionally (0-33% of the workday) lift or carry 21-50 lbs., frequently (34-66% of the workday) 20 lbs. and or Walk/Stand/Push/Pull of Arm/Leg controls.
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