Job Information
Intermountain Health CV Invasive Specialist in Murray, Utah
Job Description:
Join Our Team as an Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist!
We are seeking a dedicated and skilled Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist 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!
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Why Join Us?
Be part of a team that values your professional growth and development
Fast-paced, patient-centric environment
Help with continuing education, up to $5250 per year
Posting Specifics
Entry Rate: $34.06 + depending on experience
Benefits Eligible: Yes, check them out here (https://intermountainhealthcare.org/careers/working-for-intermountain/employee-benefits/)
Shift Details: Full-time, 40 hours per week
Essential Job Duties
Must be available to fulfill on call and call back requirements specific to facility need and expectations
Must be able to physically be present in the facility within 30 minutes of call back
Participates in the procedure room preparation and post procedure turn around.
Develops specific knowledge about invasive, diagnostic and interventional supplies, appropriate indications and applications, and proper use and deployment techniques.
Performs hemodynamic recordings, calculations, and analysis of data
Provides emotional support for both the patient and family members.
Assists in inventory control.
Fosters teamwork and cohesiveness with all team members and physicians.
Provides patient education, as needed and assures patient comfort.
Assesses the patient's condition, documents, and informs the physician of deviations from normal criteria throughout the procedure.
Develops specific knowledge about cardiopulmonary pathophysiology, pharmacology, anatomic anomalies, and specific treatment options.
Understands and applies principles of x-ray generation and safety. Understands and demonstrates the correct operation of imaging equipment.
Provides procedural assistance 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.
Performs point of care testing and QA.
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.
Provides for the thorough and accurate documentation of each procedure and associated events.
Develops skills in operating, calibrating and troubleshooting all equipment in the Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory.
Accountabilities
Scrub, circulate and monitor in diagnostic, interventional and CRM procedures.
Complete procedure data entry, acquire and process imaging studies, hemodynamic assessment and calculations
Complete intra-procedure CathPCI registry requirements and prepare procedural reports
Minimum Qualifications
Basic Life Support Certification (BLS) for healthcare providers.
PALS and/or ACLS. New hires must obtain within 6 months of start.
Intermediate computer skills.
Current license, where applicable.
Must meet at least one of the following:
Bachelor's degree in health science with six months of health care experience (e.g., Cath Lab, EP, EMT, Paramedic, CNA, Surgical tech)
Graduate of a Radiologic Technology, Cardiovascular Technology, Respiratory Therapy, or Nursing program
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)
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
Registered Respiratory Therapist program or RN degree, and 2 years of CV Invasive Training
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.
Location:
Intermountain Health Intermountain Medical Center
Work City:
Murray
Work State:
Utah
Scheduled Weekly Hours:
40
The hourly range for this position is listed below. Actual hourly rate dependent upon experience.
$34.06 - $52.55
We care about your well-being – mind, body, and spirit – which is why we provide our caregivers a generous benefits package that covers a wide range of programs to foster a sustainable culture of wellness that encompasses living healthy, happy, secure, connected, and engaged.
Learn more about our comprehensive benefits package here (https://intermountainhealthcare.org/careers/benefits) .
Intermountain Health is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
All positions subject to close without notice.