Technologist, Cardiac Cath Lab - PRN

Overview This position will support the Cardiac Cath Lab (CVI) at the Mercyhealth Hospital and Trauma Center. In the Cardiac Cath Lab, the technologist will support cardiac procedures. They will be skilled in preparing equipment, maintaining a sterile field, assisting physicians, and monitoring patients and will work efficiently in fast-paced environments with a strong focus on safety and quality care.

Schedule

• As needed per department guidelines
• Shift: Variable day shift hours starting at 7am; two call shifts every six weeks
• Location:
• Mercyhealth
• Hospital and
• Trauma
• Center -
• Janesville,
• WI
• Pay
• Range: $32.47 - $48.70/hr Essential

Duties and Responsibilities

Performs functions of Cardiac Catheterization Tech I. Assists Cardiologist during diagnostic cardiac catheterization, but has additional knowledge and skills to assist during complex coronary interventional procedures utilizing adjunctive therapies in the treatment of coronary artery disease. Assists in the maintenance of Cath lab inventory. Assists with training and orientation of new staff. Assists with development, review and implementation of policies and procedures. Participates in Quality Assessment and Improvement. May be required to work flexible hours and overtime during peak periods. Participates in the on-call roster. Performs other duties as assigned by the Cath Lab Coordinator or Heart Program Director. Education and Experience Graduate of an AMA accredited Radiologic Technology program or equivalent Two years experience as Cardiac Catheterization Tech I or equivalent Certification and Licensure AART registered or registry eligible Wisconsin State Radiology Technologist License Cardiovascular Technologist registered or registry eligible BLS Certification ACLS Certification (preferred) Special Physical Demands While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Must be able to wear 15-pound lead apron. PAY RANGE: $32.47 - $48.70 Mercyhealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. Mercyhealth offers competitive pay and benefits, including retirement, time off, on-demand pay, access to the Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and more. Click here for more details. At Mercyhealth, we don’t simply hire people, we empower employee-partners who are passionate about making lives better. As an integrated health system, we deliver exceptional, coordinated across seven hospitals, 85 primary and specialty clinics, and a team of over 7,500 professionals serving northern Illinois and southern Wisconsin. Mercyhealth has been nationally recognized for our commitment to our people and culture, including: #1 in the nation on AARP's Best Employers for Workers Over 50 One of Working Mother magazine's 100 Best Companies for Working Mothers A Top 50 Company and Top 10 Nonprofit for Executive Women For over 135 years, Mercyhealth has provided high-quality health care to residents throughout northern Illinois and southern Wisconsin. We have a passion for providing comprehensive health care close to home for area residents through our six hospitals and 85 primary and specialty care locations. As an integrated health system, you can come to us for routine health care, like annual physicals, immunizations and preventive health screenings, as well as highly specialized care, such as neonatal intensive care, heart surgery, stroke care, neurosurgery, cancer treatment and much more. The range of Mercyhealth's specialties and the skills of our doctors, nurses and clinical staff are truly extraordinary.