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Cardiac Catheterization Technologist

Geisinger

Wilkes-Barre, PA

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JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT), Analysis Skills, Arterial Lines, Basic Life Support (BLS), Billing, CPR Certification, Cardiac Arrest, Cardiac Catheter Laboratory, Cardiology, Cardiovascular, Catheterization, Catheterization Laboratory, Clinical Research, Coagulation, Data Analysis, Data Collection, Equipment Maintenance/Repair, Fluoroscopy, Health Plan, Healthcare, Hemostasis, Implants, Legal, Medical Assistance, Medical Treatment, Military, Pacemaker, Patient Care, Pediatrics, Primary Hemostasis, Psychiatry and Mental Health, Quality Control, Radiography, Radiology, Specimens/Samples, Swan-Ganz Catheter, Technical Support, Training Program
LOCATION
Wilkes-Barre, PA
POSTED
30+ days ago
Job Summary


Provides technical assistance to performing physician during diagnostic and interventional cardiac catheterizations, structural heart procedures, and other related procedures. Responsible for direct care of patient during procedure as well as management of hemostasis post procedure. Meets the qualifications to provide care for patients in the specific age range in their assigned laboratory.

Job Duties




+ Assists the physician with adult and pediatric cardiac catheterizations including but not limited to the following procedures and techniques: myocardial biopsy, transluminal coronary angioplasty and stenting, rotational atherectomy, temporary pacemaker insertion, pericardiocentesis, Swan-Ganz catheter insertion, cardiac assist device insertion, percutaneous valvuloplasty, percutaneous valve implantation, peripheral vascular diagnostic and interventional procedures.


+ Practice of sterile technique preparing for procedure including scrubbing, applying surgical gown, gloving, draping and setup of instrument table.


+ Performs emergency therapeutic maneuvers during procedures.


+ Initiates life support techniques in the event of a cardiac and respiratory arrest including CPR, defibrillation, temporary pacemaker insertion and airway management.


+ Assists with ongoing clinical research trials pertinent to the cardiac catheterization laboratory.


+ Records, monitors, and assesses hemodynamic data collected during catheterizations.


+ Responsible for primary and secondary hemostasis during and after procedure.


+ Operates and ensures the quality control of hemodynamic recording devices, fluoroscopy and cine-angiographic x-ray equipment, oxygen consumption equipment, and blood analysis equipment.


+ Exhibits extensive knowledge of all related equipment within the catheterization laboratory.


+ Assists with the training and orientation of students, techs, cardiology fellows, and cardiac catheterization technologists new to the department.


+ Preparation of arterial lines.


+ Performs appropriate billing for services rendered or equipment used as related to cardiac catheterization.


+ Collection and analysis of arterial and venous blood samples including specimens sent to laboratory, blood gases, and saturations.


+ Participates in Joint Commission-mandated educational programs.



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



Hiring Incentive: This position qualifies for a $15,000 sign-on bonus paid over two years. Certain stipulations do apply. 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), Associate's Degree-Healthcare Related Degree (Preferred)

Experience



Certification(s) and License(s)


Basic Life Support Certification - Default Issuing Body; Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification within 6 months - American Heart Association (AHA); Certified Radiology Technologist - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT); Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist (RCIS) within 2 years - Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI)


OUR PURPOSE & VALUES: Everything we do is about caring 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 We offer healthcare benefits for full time and part time positions from day one, including vision, dental and domestic partners. Perhaps just as important, from senior management on down, we encourage an atmosphere of collaboration, cooperation and collegiality. We know that a diverse workforce with unique experiences and backgrounds makes our team stronger. Our patients, members and community come from a wide variety of backgrounds, and it takes a diverse workforce to make better health easier for all. We are proud to be an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran.



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.

About the Company

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Geisinger

For communities across the country, health doesn’t have to be a destination: It can be a daily opportunity. At Geisinger, we empower our communities to do well and be well by removing barriers to advanced healthcare in all the moments where health makes its home. For more than 100 years, we’ve served our region while working to create a national model for improving health. Today, we’re focused on bringing them services that improve every facet of life to drive total health, inside and out.
COMPANY SIZE
10,000 employees or more
INDUSTRY
Healthcare Services
WEBSITE
https://jobs.geisinger.org/

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