Cardiovascular Tech CV Cath Lab PRN Days

Description

Princeton Baptist Medical Center: Located in Birmingham, this hospital is equipped with 505 beds and serves 53,000 people for primary and emergency care. Princeton is accredited by the American College of Surgeons Commission on Cancer, and is committed to contributing to the future of health care through its clinical research and medical residency program. Princeton offers fast, life-saving response times for patients with chest pain or stroke symptoms; cardiology, including structural heart and valve care; orthopedics, including rehabilitation; psychiatric care; a comprehensive sleep center; and a Comprehensive Bariatrics Center, providing surgical and non-surgical weight-loss procedures.

Job Summary
Under the supervision of an RN, Performs hemodynamic monitoring procedures of a highly specialized nature as well as assists the physician during all procedures. Works with patients from adolescents to geriatrics. In addition trains Cardiovascular Technicians and other Cath Lab personnel. Completes established competencies for the position within designated introductory period. Other related duties as assigned.

Job Responsibilities
Monitors cardiac procedures and calculates hemodynamic data; assists nursing personnel with emergency procedures; assumes responsibility for maintenance and quality control of equipment; cleans and packages instruments/supplies for sterilization; assumes role of monitor tech as needed.

Education
Required: Graduate of an approved Radiology or Cardiology Technology program or equivalent education

Experience
Preferred: 2 years in Interventional Cath Lab or Interventional Radiology

Certifications
Required: ARRT, RCIS, or RCES; BLS, ACLS within 6 months of hire into position

Physical Demands
• Bend Occasionally, up to 20% of the time
• Body Fluid Exposure: Yes
• Carry/Lift 10-25 lbs. Frequently, from 21% to 50% of the time
• Carry/Lift 25-50 lbs. Frequently, from 21% to 50% of the time
• Carry/Lift less than 10 lbs. Occasionally, up to 20% of the time
• Climb Occasionally, up to 20% of the time
• Kneel Frequently, from 21% to 50% of the time
• Push/Pull Frequently, from 21% to 50% of the time
• Reach Constantly, at least 51% of the time
• Sit Frequently, from 21% to 50% of the time
• Stand Frequently, from 21% to 50% of the time
• Twist Frequently, from 21% to 50% of the time
• Walk Occasionally, up to 20% of the time

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