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Radiology Technologist - Cardiac Cath Lab

Quick overview

The primary purpose is to provide highly technical nursing care to cardiovascular patients and assist physicians during all cardiovascular procedures, acting as a liaison between patients, families, and doctors. Accountabilities include maintaining complete documentation of procedures, participating in continuing education, and ensuring quality control and a safe environment within the lab.

Requirements summary

Candidates typically need two years of cardiac cath lab experience, with proficiency in PTCA and preferred EPS experience, alongside an AAS in RTR or an RTN license, or five years of equivalent experience. Required credentials include a current state license (IL RTR, RTN, RCVT, or Paramedic), ACLS, IABP, and obtaining RCIS within two years, while also being able to handle high-stress environments and physical demands.

associate degreeQuality ControlInterpersonal SkillsOrganizational SkillsDocumentationPatient AssessmentACLSPatient CareSafety AwarenessStaff OrientationTechnical Equipment OperationEPSIABPRCISPTCAProcedure Teaching

Job description

Department

36918
Advocate
Good
Samaritan
Hospital -
Cardiac
Cath
Lab
Status:
Full time
Benefits
Eligible:
Yes
Hours
Per
Week: 40
Schedule
Details/Additional
Information: 4- 10-hour shifts per week Call required 7-10 days per month including some weekends and holidays Pay Range $38.20 - $57.30 $15,000 sign-on bonus!
Position
Requirements: Typically requires 2 years cardiac cath lab experience. Demonstrated proficiency in PTCA, EPS preferred , with an AAS in RTR, or RTN license. or a minimum of 5years experience as RTR or RTN experience preferred. ~Minimum of 12 CEU hours per year. ~This position will need to recognize the needs and behaviors of a variety of age groups of patients treated, i.e., normal patterns of adolescent behavior and look for signs of normal aging prior experience with various age groups is preferred. ~Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills. ~Ability to anticipate patient and unit needs. ~Ability to teach procedures to the staff. ~Current License in the state of IL as a RTR, RTN, RCVT, or Paramedic (EMT~P)~ACLS, IABP. RCIS within two years of employment. The ability to function in a high stress environment, lift and move heavy patients and equipment, stand for long periods of time, wearing lead apron (approx. 18 lbs.), and work flexible hours and on~call basis. All cath lab staff must be able to respond to off hour call~ins within thirty minutes of the pager going off. If position has direct patient care or direct patient contact the following lifting requirement supersedes any previous lifting requirement effective 06/01/2015. Ability to lift up to 35 pounds without assistance. For patient lifts of over 35 pounds, or when patient is unable to assist with the lift, patient handling equipment is expected to be used, with at least one other associate, when available. Unique patient lifting/movement situations will be assessed on a case~by~case basis.

Purpose

To provide professional, highly technical nursing care to all cardiovascular patients, while assisting physicians during all cardiovascular procedures. Function as a liaison for patients, patient's families, and physicians. Assist physicians in the operation of technical equipment utilized during all procedures.

Benefits

Dental Insurance
Life Insurance
Paid Parental Leave
Health Insurance
Vision Insurance
Short-Term Disability
Long-Term Disability
Flexible Spending Accounts
Employer Match
Retirement Plans
Adoption Assistance
Educational Assistance Program

Maintain complete documentation of cardiovascular procedures Participate in in~services, continuing education, and workshops to remain abreast of new procedures and current technologies Accountable for the maintenance of quality control in all areas of the lab Provide a secure and safe environment for patients and staff maintaining constant awareness of safety hazards Assistance with new staff orientation within the department Act as a role model within the department serving as a resource person for all clinical activities Assisting in the development of new operating procedures
Our
Commitment to
You:
Advocate
Health offers a comprehensive suite of
Total
Rewards: benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more – so you can live fully at and away from work, including: Compensation Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job Incentive pay for select positions Opportunity for annual increases based on performance Benefits and more Paid Time Off programs Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
Educational
Assistance
Program
Note: Eligibility for programs listed above may depend on your FTE or status (e.g., full-time, part-time, per diem, temporary, etc.); please ask a Recruiter for more information during an interview. About Advocate Health Advocate Health is the third-largest nonprofit, integrated health system in the United States, created from the combination of Advocate Aurora Health and Atrium Health. Providing care under the names Advocate Health Care in Illinois; Atrium Health in the Carolinas, Georgia and Alabama; and Aurora Health Care in Wisconsin, Advocate Health is a national leader in clinical innovation, health outcomes, consumer experience and value-based care. Headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, Advocate Health services nearly 6 million patients and is engaged in hundreds of clinical trials and research studies, with Wake Forest University School of Medicine serving as the academic core of the enterprise. It is nationally recognized for its expertise in cardiology, neurosciences, oncology, pediatrics and rehabilitation, as well as organ transplants, burn treatments and specialized musculoskeletal programs. Advocate Health employs 155,000 teammates across 69 hospitals and over 1,000 care locations, and offers one of the nation’s largest graduate medical education programs with over 2,000 residents and fellows across more than 200 programs. Committed to providing equitable care for all, Advocate Health provides more than $6 billion in annual community benefits. This is Transformation One shared purpose brought us together. Now, as one of the 10 largest not-for-profit, integrated health systems in the United States, our combined strength and stability drives us forward. Starting with You Caring for nearly 3 million people has inspired a transformation. One in which the patient’s experience guides our vision and empowers us to offer new possibilities in our communities. Reshaping Access What is access? It’s offering more sites of care than any other health system in the Midwest. But there’s a new frontier. Access is exploring the latest technologies to deliver care to patients exactly where they are and exactly when they need it Inspiring Professionals With our dynamically inclusive workforce and strong connections to the places where we live and work, we’ll touch more lives and contribute to stronger and more vibrant communities. Transforming Care We’re redefining the standard for care with world-class doctors and caregivers, innovative solutions, outstanding outcomes, and leading-edge research and clinical trials.
Combined,
Advocate and
Aurora are recognized for clinical excellence in: Cardiovascular Care Neurosciences Gynecology Oncology Pediatrics Primary Care Neurology Geriatrics Trauma Care

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