Are you an Invasive Cardiac Technologist looking for a career in a progressive Cardiac Catheterization lab?

Join us at UPMC Somerset as we provide Life Changing Medicine to our community!

You can be an integral part of our UPMC providing care for patients needing diagnosis and treatment. Work closely with our Cardiologists assisting them in delivering lifesaving treatments for our patients using the latest techniques and technology for coronary artery disease, peripheral vascular disease, cardiomyopathy, valvular disease, congenital heart disease, and arrhythmias. Be a part of an experienced, competent team that works together to identify ways to offer compassionate care in an efficient, fast-paced environment. Our Cath Lab team has positive working relationships with the physicians and ancillary departments within Somerset Hospital. We offer an extensive orientation program that will ensure your success in the department!

This position will work daylight hours, Monday through Friday, 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM, including weekend and holiday rotations, and on-call responsibilities. A 30-minute response time is required during on-call shifts.

*UPMC is offering a generous Sign-On Bonus for all Invasive Cardiac Technologists! - $10,000 for a two-year commitment to UPMC! *

Responsibilities:

• Ensures all images within his/her area of responsibility are properly coded and tracked through the PACS and are properly networked to appropriate electronic records for archival and interpretation, and all charges are adequately entered for the procedures performed. Maintains continuing education and competency requirements for the position

• Demonstrates a strong ability to interact with both patients and co-workers, while displaying a high level of caring, listening, dignity, and respect. Able to work as a team member within the department and all other departments to expedite patient care efficiently

• Identifies all patients properly by using two patient identifiers and utilizes universal protocol when performing procedures. Review patient history and assess physician orders, applying specific departmental protocols for optimal results in the acquisition of data. Documents patient history in electronic record as required

• Maintains point-of-care testing standards, including daily quality control, for devices used for procedures

• Demonstrates the ability to communicate instructions to patients clearly and concisely and explain procedures to help allay the patient's fears and solicit their cooperation

• Demonstrate proper positioning and appropriate radiographic techniques for all diagnostic and interventional procedures. Exhibits a clear understanding of correct patient preparation, equipment operations, and patient monitoring systems

• Demonstrates competency in functioning in the first assist position

• Fosters an environment that supports aseptic technique during procedures and patient safety with the incorporation of a time-out process

• Administers contrast under the direction of the procedure physician

• Support other departments as directed or assigned. Must demonstrate a basic knowledge of the operation of both equipment and supplies. Some responsibilities may not be applicable due to specific job locations

• Provides stand-by call coverage, as scheduled, in accordance with system-wide stand-by call procedure/policy

• Practices with attentiveness to radiation safety for the patient as well as others in the procedure room including appropriate use of lead shielding and monitoring devices. Assures documentation of patient radiation exposure in the electronic record.

• Graduate of an ARRT-approved school of Radiologic Technology (RT-R) or Invasive Cardiovascular Specialist (RCIS).

Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:

• ARRT Certificate OR Registered Cardiac Electrophysiology Specialist OR Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist Echocardiograph and Ultrasound

• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification is desired upon hire. Successful completion of ACLS certification is required within the orientation period. New graduates have 1 year to obtain their board certification.

• Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)

• Act 34

UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran