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Cardiac Cath EP Technologist

Parkland Health

#BLS #ACLS #Patient Care #Healthcare #Preventive Maintenance #Hospital System #Medical Equipment #ARRT #Radiologic Technology

Quick overview

Conducts specialized cardiovascular examinations including cardiac catheterization and electrophysiology studies while ensuring patient safety and regulatory compliance. Maintains and calibrates specialized medical equipment and serves as a resource for clinical staff to ensure optimal procedure outcomes.

Requirements summary

Requires graduation from an accredited Radiology or Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist program and current ARRT or RCIS certification. Candidates must possess or obtain BLS and ACLS certifications and have at least one year of relevant clinical experience.

professional certificateTroubleshootingInterpersonal skillsPatient careTime managementMedical documentationClinical trainingEquipment calibrationCardiac catheterization

Job description

This role is eligible for a $10k sign on incentive.
New graduates are encouraged to apply.
No advanced certification required.
ARRT registry qualifies for this role.
Rotating on call responsibility is a requirement in the Cath Lab.
Primary Purpose Conducts specialized examinations in Cardiovascular Radiology ensuring that procedures are performed according to Parkland, state, and regulatory standards for optimal patient care.
Minimum Specifications Education Must be a graduate of an accredited Radiologic Technology Program or an accredited Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist program (RCIS).
Experience Must have a minimum of one (1) year experience in Special Procedures and /or Cath/EP Lab.
Time spent in clinical training will count toward this requirement.
Equivalent Education and/or Experience May have an equivalent combination of education and experience to substitute for the experience requirements.
Certification/Registration/Licensure Must have an American Registry of Radiology Technologists (ARRT) certification; OR Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist (RCIS) within 3 months of hire.
Must obtain a Medical Radiologic Technologist (MRT) OR Limited Medical Radiologic Technologist (LMRT) by Texas Department of Health or Texas Medical Board within 9 months of start date.
Certification in Advanced Cardiopulmonary Lifesaving certificate (ACLS) or Advanced Life Support (ALS) must be attained within 90 days of employment and must be maintained throughout employment.
Must have a current Healthcare Provider (BLS Level) CPR course completion card or successfully complete a course upon initial orientation from one of the following: American Heart Association, American Red Cross Rescuer, Military Training Network and maintain throughout employment.
Skills or Special Abilities Must possess a thorough working knowledge of radiologic special procedures and knowledge of computer software applications.
Must be able to demonstrate oral and written communication skills, interpersonal skills and time management skills.
Responsibilities Conducts specialized examinations in cardiac catheterization, peripheral vascular studies and/or electrophysiology studies.
Serves as a lead worker and resource to medical and clinical staff as needed to ensure maximum utilization of individual and group capabilities.
Collaborates with intra-procedure team to provide safe patient care.
Participates consistently in Universal Protocol and site marking identification (when applicable).
Assists with identification, preparation and draping of patients, and room preparation for routine procedures.
Reads physicians' orders/protocols and if necessary, communicates with physicians on protocols for routine procedures, and selects equipment in accord with the protocols and regulatory, statutory and Parkland standards to ensure patient comfort and satisfaction.
Maintains and calibrates equipment, instituting and recording all preventive maintenance procedures, troubleshooting and reporting or seeking repair to maintain equipment operability.
Conducts maintenance on special procedures equipment and calibrates such equipment prior to each procedure, instructing technologists in the operation of special procedures equipment as needed to ensure quality care for patients.
Identifies ways to improve work processes and improve customer satisfaction.
Makes recommendations to supervisor, implements, and monitors results as appropriate in support of the overall goals of the department and Parkland.
Stays abreast of the latest developments, advancements, and trends in the field of cardiovascular technology by attending seminars/workshops, reading professional journals, actively participating in professional organizations, and/or maintaining certification or licensure.
Integrates knowledge gained into current work practices.
Maintains knowledge of applicable rules, regulations, policies, laws and guidelines that impact cardiovascular technology and the cardiac labs area.
Revises procedures for repeated use of special procedures equipment and develops effective internal controls that promote adherence to applicable state/federal laws, and the program requirements of accreditation agencies and federal, state, and private health plans.
Seeks advice and guidance as necessary to ensure proper understanding. #LI-SS2 Parkland Health, one of the nation’s largest public hospital systems, is dedicated to delivering exceptional care to the Dallas community.
A career at Parkland means joining a collaborative, engaged team focused on excellence, innovation, and patient-centered service.
Our employees are supported with resources to grow, succeed, and make a meaningful impact every day.

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