Location: Washington,DC, USA
General Summary of Position
JobSummary:
MedStar Health is looking foranElectrophysiology Cardiovascular TechnologisttojoinourteamatWashington Hospital Center!
Asan Electrophysiology Cardiovascular Technologist,you willassistthe physician with routine to complex invasive diagnostic and therapeutic electrophysiology procedures such as Electrophysiology Studies; Permanent Pacemakers, Bi Ventricular Implantable Cardioverters, Cardiac Ablations Laser Lead Extractions, and other interventional procedures. Performs a variety of related ancillary support activities, and other duties as assigned.
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Primary Duties:
Assists/scrubs inwith physician during routine to complex invasive and non-invasive cardiac procedures. Prepares catheters, guiding wires, sheaths, etc. for physicians, as needed. Prepares, cleans, and drapesappropriatesitesprior to invasiveprocedures, ensuring a sterile field according to Association of Operating Room Nurse (AORN) standards.
Enters required patient data into the computer, connects electrocardiograph (EKG) and pulse oximeter monitors.Providesphysical and psychological comfort to patients prior to, during, and post-procedure. Monitors electrocardiograph (ECG), blood pressure and other hemodynamic parameters during procedures.
Assistswith insertion of implantable devices, ablations, and sets-up/removes arterial and venous lines. Performs activated coagulation time tests to determineappropriate arterial/venoussheaths removal. Prepares/cleans,arranges,and stocks room/equipment for next procedure. Maintains and stocks inventory, such as catheters,defibrillators, monitors,and temporary pacemakers.
Documentsrequireddata prior to, during and post-procedure andenterasappropriate codes/charges/equipmentused into computer for statistical/billing reports. Discharges/transports patients from procedure room. Communicates/instructs patientregardingpost procedure site care instructions and precautions, asappropriate. Provides patient's family/significant others with information related to procedures, according to departmental policy and procedures.
Participates/responds to post-procedure site bleeding, hematomas, pain, loss of distal pulse, etc., asappropriate, and documents findings and resolution. Participates in the orientation,training,andin-servicesof other/new personnel, as defined by EPL manager and departmental educator. Administers contrast at the direction of the physician while the physician is in the room directing the administration and dosage.
Qualifications:
High School Diploma or GED.
Completion of a Cardiovascular Technologist training program and/or related college level education in basic sciences.
RCIS (Registered Cardiovascular InvasiveSpecialist)orRCES(Registered Cardiac Electrophysiology Specialist)with Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI).
R.T.(R)(CI) - Registered Technologist in Cardiac-Interventional Radiography.