CV Invasive Specialist
- Salt Lake City, UT
- $35.25-54.39 per hour
- Permanent
- Full-time
An RN will be present to supervise the care of patients during moderate sedation.Join Our Team as an CV Invasive Specialist!We are seeking a dedicated and skilled CV Invasive Specialist with Electrophysiology experience to join our healthcare team. If you're passionate about providing exceptional care and want to work in an environment that values growth, we’d love to hear from you!Posting SpecificsEntry Rate: $35.25 + depending on experienceBenefits Eligible: Yes, check them outShift Details: Full-time, 40 hours per weekJob EssentialsParticipates in procedure room preparation and post procedure turn around.Makes hemodynamic recordings, calculations, and interpretations.Provides patient education and ensures patient comfort.Assesses the condition of the patient, documents it, and informs the physician of deviations from normal criteria throughout the procedure.Develops knowledge specific to cardiopulmonary pathophysiology, pharmacology, anatomic anomalies, and treatment options.Understands and applies principles of x-ray generation and safety.Understands and demonstrates the correct operation of imaging equipment.Provides procedural assistance as a circulating tech, scrub tech, or monitoring tech, according to cath lab policies and procedures and Scope of Practice documents.May mix and administer some medications under the direction and supervision of the physician.At the end of the procedure, may apply closure device, suture the sheath in place, or remove the sheath and apply pressure to obtain hemostasis.Minimum QualificationsBasic Life Support Certificaiton (BLS) for healthcare providers.ACLS or PALS certification.Bachelor's degree in health science with six months of health care experience (e.g., Cath Lab, EP, EMT, Paramedic, CNA, Surgical tech) -OR- Graduate of a Radiologic Technology, Cardiovascular Technology, Respiratory Therapy, or Nursing program -OR- Graduate of a diploma or associate program in health science with one year of health care experience (e.g., Cath Lab, EP, EMT, Paramedic, CNA, Surgical tech) -OR- Graduate of a non-programmatically accredited program in invasive cardiovascular technology which has a minimum of one year of specialty training and includes a minimum of 800 clinical hours. Education must be obtained from an accredited institution. Degree will be verified.Intermediate computer skills.Current license, where applicable, Registered Respiratory Therapist program, 2 years of CV Invasive Training experience, RN degree.Physical Requirements:Physical Requirements
- Ongoing need for employee to see and read information, labels, assess patient needs, operate monitors, identify equipment and supplies.
- Frequent interactions with patient care providers, patients, and visitors that require employee to verbally communicate as well as hear and understand spoken information, alarms, needs, and issues quickly and accurately, particularly during emergency situations.
- Manual dexterity of hands and fingers to manipulate complex and delicate equipment with precision and accuracy. This includes frequent computer use and typing for documenting patient care, accessing needed information, medication preparation, etc.
- Expected to lift and utilize full range of movement to transfer patients. Will also bend to retrieve, lift, and carry supplies and equipment. Typically includes items of varying weights, up to and including heavy items.
- Need to walk and assist with transporting/ambulating patients and obtaining and distributing supplies and equipment. This includes pushing/pulling gurneys and portable equipment, including heavy items. Often required to navigate crowded and busy rooms (full of equipment, power cords on the floor, etc.)
- May be expected to stand in a stationary position for an extended period of time.
- For roles requiring driving: Expected to drive a vehicle which requires sitting, seeing and reading signs, traffic signals, and other vehicles.