Cath Lab Technologist - $28-45 per hour Job Listing at Advocate Aurora Health in Ingleside, IL (Job ID 4763229-2024-10-25)

Description

Advocate Aurora Health is seeking a Cath Lab Technologist for a job in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.

• Specialty: Cath Lab Technologist
• Discipline: Allied Health Professional
• Duration: Ongoing
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: flexible
• Employment Type: Staff

Major Responsibilities:

• Operates all monitoring, recording and related equipment used during procedures. Collects and prepares pertinent data for use by physician/staff. Prepares, delivers, and picks up reusable items for re-sterilization.
• Monitors patient electrocardiogram for cardiac dysrhythmias.
• Operates the defibrillator and performs cardiopulmonary resuscitation when required. Provides assistance in emergency situations.
• Assists in pre and post procedure activities related to equipment and patient care. Performs initial troubleshooting on equipment. Performs calibration, cleaning and quality assurance measures on equipment.
• Identifies cardiovascular and peripheral vascular anatomy for documentation purposes.
• Obtains and documents clinical data during procedures in procedure log.
• Prepares and operates imaging, angiographic, interventional and storage systems.
• Positions patient and selects exposure factors for all radiographic procedures performed in the department.
• Supports physician and staff during procedures. Scrubs to assist physician with diagnostic, interventional and surgical procedures with knowledge of equipment and equipment options.
• Performs bloom operation (i.e., overdrive pacing).
• Must be able to demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served. Must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his/her age-specific needs, and to provide the care needed as described in the department's policies and procedures. Age-specific information is developed further in the departmental job standards.

• Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification issued by the American Heart Association (AHA) needs to be obtained within 6 months unless department leader has determined it is not required, and
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support certification (ACLS) issued by the American Heart Association (AHA) needs to be obtained within 6 months unless department leader has determined it is not required.

• Associate's Degree in Cardiovascular Technology or related field.

• No experience required.

• Completion of an approved basic ECG interpretation course within three months of hire.
• Demonstrated ability to quickly change priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication skills to work effectively with physicians, patients and other staff members.
• Basic computer skills.

• Must be able to sit, stand, walk, lift, squat, bend, twist, and reach above shoulders frequently throughout the workday.
• Must be able to:
• - lift up to 50 lbs. from floor to waist.
• - lift up to 20 lbs. over the head.
• - carry up to 40 lbs. a reasonable distance.
• Must be able to:
• - push/pull with 30 lbs. of force.
• - perform a sliding transfer of 150 lbs. with a second person present.
• Position requires use of foot pedals on carts or machines.
• May be exposed to mechanical, electrical, chemical, and radiation hazards as well as blood and body fluids; therefore, personal protective equipment must be worn as necessary.
• Operates all equipment necessary to perform the job.

Advocate Aurora Health Job ID #R124029. Posted job title: Invasive Cardiac Tech - St Luke'S Cath Lab

Advocate Aurora Health's 22,000 nurses demonstrate our values of excellence, compassion and respect, collaborating to advance our stated purpose of helping people live well. To encourage you to be the best nurse you can, Advocate Aurora will provide support, tools and resources for orientation, education and professional development, in the care setting that is best for you. Your voice as a team member will be heard clearly whether you're at one of our 10 Magnet® designated hospitals or more than 500 sites of care.

Join our team and be inspired to chart a course for Advocate Aurora to become the best place in the nation for nurses to pursue their passion.

• Holiday Pay
• Guaranteed Hours
• Continuing Education
• 401k retirement plan
• Pet insurance
• Wellness and fitness programs
• Mileage reimbursement
• Employee assistance programs
• Medical benefits
• Dental benefits
• Vision benefits
• Life insurance
• Discount program