Invasive Cardiac Technologist

UPMC is seeking an Invasive Cardiac Technologist to support the Cardiovascular Department at UPMC West Shore

Location: UPMC West Shore

Employment Type: Full-Time

Schedule: Flexibility to choose between a 4-day work week with 10-hour shifts, or a 5-day work week with 8-hour shifts

Current on-call requirements are 1 weekday shift, and every 3rd or 4th weekend. Requirements subject to change depending on staffing and departmental needs.

Schedule options and on-call details will be discussed in interview process

$10,000 sign-on bonus available with eligible new hires with a 2-year commitment

Purpose:

Performs imaging procedures at a technical level not requiring constant supervision. Competently performs a variety of technical procedures that require independent judgment, ingenuity and initiative.

Responsibilities:

• Identifies all patients properly by using two patient identifiers and utilizes universal protocol when performing procedures. Reviews patient history and assesses physician orders, applying specific departmental protocols for optimal results in the acquisition of data. Documents patient history in electronic record as required

• Demonstrates the ability to communicate instructions to patients in a clear and concise manner and explain procedures to help allay the patients fears and solicit their cooperation

• Demonstrates a strong ability to interact with both patients and co-workers, while displaying a high level of caring, listening, dignity and respect. Able to work as team member within the department and all other departments to expedite patient care efficiently

• Maintains point of care testing standards, including daily quality control, for devices used for procedures.

• Provides stand by call coverage, as scheduled, in accordance with system-wide stand by call procedure/policy.

• Administers contrast under the direction of the procedure physician.

• Demonstrates competency in functioning in the first assist position.

• Fosters an environment that supports aseptic technique during procedures and patient safety with the incorporation of a time-out process.

• Practices with attentiveness to radiation safety for the patient as well as others in the procedure room including appropriate use of lead shielding and monitoring devices. Assures documentation of patient radiation exposure in electronic record.

• Demonstrate proper positioning and appropriate radiographic techniques for all diagnostic and interventional procedures. Exhibits a clear understanding of correct patient preparation, equipment operations and patient monitoring systems.

• Support other departments as directed or assigned. Must demonstrate a basic knowledge of the operation of both equipment and supplies. Some responsibilities may not be applicable due to specific job locations.

• Ensures all images within his/her area of responsibility are properly coded and tracked through the PACS, and are properly networked to appropriate electronic record for archival and interpretation, and all charges are adequately entered for the procedures performed. Maintains continuing education and competency requirements for position.

Copy from Internal QualificationsGraduate of an ARRT approved school of Radiologic Technology (RT-R) or

Invasive Cardiovascular Specialist (RCIS) or Invasive Cardiovascular Specialist (RCIS) certification or

certified/licensed as a Paramedic in the state of Pennsylvania with current credentialing maintained. Bachelor of Science in health care related filed accepted but not required.

Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:

ARRT certified as a Radiologic Technologist or RCIS as a Cardiovascular Specialist or certified/licensed as a Paramedic in the state of Pennsylvania is required.

CPR certification is required.

ACLS certification is desired upon hire.

Successful completion of ACLS certification required within orientation period.

Must obtain their board certification within 1 year of placement into role.

• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)

• Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)

• Paramedic OR Radiologic Technologist OR Registered Cardiac Electrophysiology Specialist OR Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist

• Act 34

UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran