Cardiac Catheterization Technologist
Job Summary
Use a variety of procedures and instruments to diagnose and treat heart disease and vascular problems. Perform electrocardiograms and may set up stress tests and Holter monitoring. With experience and additional training, a technician can perform more diagnostic tasks, using sonography and other types of non-invasive procedures as well as advanced life support techniques.
Job Duties
- Perform electrocardiograms, and may set up stress tests and Holter monitoring.
- Perform more diagnostic tasks, using sonography and other types of non-invasive procedures as well as advanced life support techniques.
- Performs optimal patient care and adheres to accepted medical guidelines.
- Able to perform all procedures within scope of service and under the guidelines of the ACC and American Registered Radiologic Technologist.
- Assists in maintaining cardiac Cath lab equipment and preventative maintenance schedules.
- Helps maintain adequate inventory for Cardiac Cath Lab.
- Assists Cardiovascular Nurse in providing safe nursing care.
- Promptly reports problems relating to patients, staffing, equipment or work methods.
- Demonstrates awareness of sensitivity to patient's rights and seeks ways to reduce risk.
- Actively participates in opportunities for patient care improvement.
Work is typically performed in a clinical environment. Accountable for satisfying all job specific obligations and complying with all organization policies and procedures. The specific statements in this profile are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements considered necessary to successfully perform the job. Additional competencies and skills outlined in any department-specific orientation will be considered essential to the performance of the job related to that position.
Position Details
*$12,000 Sign-on Bonus for qualified candidates*
Are you looking for a very fulfilling career and work with an awesome team and save lives! Apply now!
Position Details:
- Hours: Rotating start time: 7:00 a.m., 7:30 a.m., 8:00 am.
- On Call - 1-2 days per week, and every third weekend
- Excellent opportunity to grow career in Invasive Cardiology
- Union: Yes
To learn more about Geisinger Heart Institute, please visit: https://www.geisinger.org/patient-care/institutes/heart-institute
Geisinger cares about not only its patients and members but also about you and your family. We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package to ensure that you and your loved ones can maintain good health, achieve financial stability, and excel both personally and professionally. We believe in creating a diverse and inclusive environment where all employees can be their authentic selves. To learn more: https://jobs.geisinger.org/diversity
Benefits of working at Geisinger:
- Full benefits (health, dental and vision) starting on day one
- Three medical plan choices, including an expanded network for out-of-area employees and dependents
- Pre-tax savings plans with healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts (FSA) and a health savings account (HSA)
- Company-paid life insurance, short-term disability, and long-term disability coverage
- 401(k) plan that includes automatic Geisinger contributions
- Generous paid time off (PTO) plan that allows you to accrue time quickly
- Up to $5,000 in tuition reimbursement per calendar year
- MyHealth Rewards wellness program to improve your health while earning a financial incentive
- Family-friendly support including adoption and fertility assistance, parental leave pay, military leave pay and a free Care.com membership with discounted backup care for your loved ones
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Referrals for childcare, eldercare, & pet care. Access free legal guidance, mental health visits, work-life support, digital self-help tools and more.
- Voluntary benefits including accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, identity theft protection, universal life and pet and legal insurance
Education
Graduate from Specialty Training Program- (Required)Certification(s) and License(s)
Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist (RCIS) within 2 years - Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI); Basic Life Support Certification - Default Issuing Body; Certified Radiology Technologist - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT); Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification within 6 months - American Heart Association (AHA)Skills
Teamwork; Vascular Access Devices; Communication; Health Information Documentation; Epic Knowledge; Customer Service; Patient SafetyAbout Geisinger
Founded more than 100 years ago by Abigail Geisinger, the system now includes ten hospital campuses, a 550,000-member health plan, two research centers and the Geisinger Commonwealth School of Medicine. With nearly 24,000 employees and more than 1,700 employed physicians, Geisinger boosts its hometown economies in Pennsylvania by billions of dollars annually. Learn more at geisinger.org or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and Twitter.
Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
Geisinger values who you are, where you are from, and where you are going. We seek out people of various backgrounds and cultures with unique abilities, non-traditional career paths and ambitious aspirations. We are an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity Employer. Women and Minorities are encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability or their protected veteran status. Read more about Our Commitment to Inclusive Recruiting.
Our Vision & Values
Everything we do is about making better health easier for our patients, our members, our students, our Geisinger family and our communities.
KINDNESS: We strive to treat everyone as we would hope to be treated ourselves.
EXCELLENCE: We treasure colleagues who humbly strive for excellence.
LEARNING: We share our knowledge with the best and brightest to better prepare the caregivers for tomorrow.
INNOVATION: We constantly seek new and better ways to care for our patients, our members, our community, and the nation.
SAFETY: We provide a safe environment for our patients and members and the Geisinger family.
Our Benefits
We offer healthcare benefits for full time and part time positions from day one, including vision, dental and prescription coverage.
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