Description
The CV Invasive Specialist I performs cardiac catheterization procedures at a technical and professional level, requiring some proctoring and supervision.
Responsibilities:
- Participate in procedure room preparation and post-procedure turn around
- Develop knowledge of invasive, diagnostic, and interventional supplies, including inventory control
- Provide patient education and emotional support to patients and their families
- Develop knowledge of cardiopulmonary pathophysiology, pharmacology, anatomic anomalies, and treatment options
- Understand and apply principles of x-ray generation and safety
- May mix and administer medications under physician supervision
- Apply closure devices, suture sheaths, or remove sheaths and apply pressure to obtain hemostasis
- Provide thorough and accurate documentation of each procedure
- Develop skills in operating, calibrating, and troubleshooting equipment in the Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory
- Accountabilities include scrubbing, circulating, and monitoring in diagnostic, interventional, and CRM procedures
Requirements:
- Basic Life Support Certification (BLS) for healthcare providers
- PALS or ACLS certification
- Bachelor's degree in health science with six months of healthcare experience or equivalent
- Intermediate computer skills
- Must meet all state-specific requirements
Preferred Qualifications:
- 2 years of CV Invasive Training experience
- Fluoroscopy Operator Certification
Physical Requirements:
- Ongoing need to see and read information, labels, and assess patient needs
- Frequent interactions with patient care providers, patients, and visitors
- Manual dexterity to manipulate complex equipment with precision and accuracy
- Expected to lift and utilise full range of movement to transfer patients
Benefits:
- Generous benefits package covering a wide range of programs to foster a sustainable culture of wellness