Assists physicians with diagnostic and interventional cardiovascular procedures in the Cath Lab, including scrubbing and circulating. Responsible for operating radiographic equipment, documenting case data, and maintaining sterile environments.
Requirements summary
Requires an Associate degree in Radiologic Technology (ARRT) or a health science degree with RCIS certification obtained within two years. Must hold a Michigan state license and obtain BLS and ACLS certifications.
CURRENT BRONSON EMPLOYEES - Please apply using the career worklet in Workday. This career site is for external applicants only. Love Where You Work! Team Bronson is compassionate, resilient and strong. We are driven by Positivity which inspires us to be our best and to go above and beyond for our patients, for one another, and for our community. If you’re ready for a rewarding new career, join Team Bronson and be part of the experience. Location BMH Bronson Methodist Hospital Title F/T CVS Special Procedures Tech (Cath Lab) Assists the physician in the performance of all cardiovascular related procedures in the Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory (CVSL); operates all equipment, both radiographic and cardiovascular; scrubs for interventional cases; scrubs and circulates for all diagnostic cases. Records cases. Employees providing direct patient care must demonstrate competencies specific to the population served. An Associates degree from an accredited school of Radiologic Technology and registered ARRT or graduate of an associate or baccalaureate academic program in health science and obtain Certification as Registered Cardiology Invasive Specialist (RCIS) required within 2 years of hire. Training in Cardiac Invasive Technology, assisting in diagnostic and interventional procedures and/or 1 year of cardiac clinical training and experience in the hospital or elsewhere preferred. Registration and in good standing for the State of Michigan license in the appropriate discipline. BLS certification within six months of hire. ACLS certification required within 1 year of job training.
Must demonstrate excellent human relation skills to deal with patients, physicians and others in sometimes difficult or sensitive situations, including verbal and written communication, problem solving and assertiveness
Must have customer service orientation
Must be able to work and communicate with all employees, physicians, and customers.
Must be able to work well within a small work group which includes communicating effectively with team members, assertively handling conflict, diplomatically resolving issues and participating in problem-solving
Must demonstrate a positive attitude and treat everyone in a professional manner
Basic PC computer skills to operate the database and office programs used in the department; can be acquired after hire. Work which produces high levels of mental/visual fatigue, e.g., interactive and repetitive or small detailed work requiring alertness and concentration for sustained periods of time, the operation of and full attention to a personal computer or CRT between 40 and 70 percent of the time. Involves regularly lifting of bulky or moderately heavy weights (i.e., up to 50 pounds), and occasionally assisting with heavier tasks or expending the equivalent effort in pushing, pulling, or otherwise handling material, equipment, and other objects.
Prepares and calibrates equipment for procedure to be performed
Responsible for assisting the physician with invasive cardiology procedures, such as diagnostic and interventional (PTCA, stent) heart catheterizations, electrophysiology studies, intra-aortic balloon pump insertion, pacemaker and ICD insertion, etc., as scrub or recorder. Typically the duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to: o Setting up sterile table according to procedure o Prepping and draping patient appropriately and using proper sterile techniques during procedures, preventing cross contamination o Preparing and proficiently operating highly sophisticated equipment (including radiographic) used in the procedure and all related monitoring and recording equipment o Assisting and anticipating the needs of the physician in the performance of procedures o Communicating significant data to physicians and other members of the team as each case proceeds o Administering intra-coronary medications when required and under appropriate guidelines
Completely and accurately documents procedures; enters and records pertinent laboratory values, pressure waveforms and ECGs physical assessments and other pertinent information into logs and the computer and processes related paperwork
Manages images for review by the physician and for the permanent record
Operate and maintains all equipment and instruments properly and with care and performs maintenance and quality control work as appropriate. Troubleshoots the equipment as able and immediately reports any malfunctions, necessary adjustments or repairs.
Maintains instruments and equipment in a clean and functional condition. Performs minor repairs, calibrations, and adjustments on equipment. Brings to the attention of supervisor the need for special service or maintenance
Keeps current in professional knowledge of diagnostic and interventional cardiovascular technology
Additional on call requirements above and beyond regular scheduled hours. Weekends and Holidays also required
Weekends and Holidays also required Shift Variable Time Type Full time Scheduled Weekly Hours 40 Cost Center 3702 Cardiovascular Cath Lab (BMH) Agency Use Policy and Agency Submittal Disclaimer Bronson Healthcare Group and its affiliates (“Bronson”) strictly prohibit the acceptance of unsolicited resumes from individual recruiters or third-party recruiting agencies ("Recruiters") in response to job postings or word of mouth. Unsolicited resumes sent to any employee of Bronson by Recruiters, without both a valid written agreement with Bronson and a direct written request from the Bronson Talent Acquisition Department for a specific job position, will be considered the property of Bronson. Furthermore, no fees will be owed or paid to Recruiters who submit resumes for unsolicited candidates, even if those candidates are hired. This policy applies regardless of whether the Recruiter has a pre-existing agreement with Bronson. Only candidates submitted through a specific written agreement with the Bronson Talent Acquisition Department for a named position are eligible for fee consideration. Please take a moment to watch a brief video highlighting employment with Bronson! Bronson Healthcare is a community-owned, not-for-profit health system that has been serving southwest Michigan since 1900. Today, with a workforce of 9,000 people and 1,500 medical staff members, it is the area’s largest employer and leading healthcare system. Bronson provides care in virtually every specialty and offers a full range of services from primary care to critical care at more than 100 locations. Bronson’s exceptionally high quality standards enable us to do what’s right for our patients and their families. We are empowered as individuals and as teams, to apply our skills and experience so that every patient receives safe, timely and effective treatment. What’s more, our state-of-the-art, technology and evidence-based processes give us the tools we need to deliver the right care, at the right time. By putting each patient and their family at the center of our work, we demonstrate the dignity and respect we have for each individual we serve. This unwavering commitment to serving others combined with our unique healing environment helps make the patient experience here an exceptional one. The excellence and Positivity of our employees and medical staff has contributed to Bronson Healthcare being ranked by Forbes as one of America’s Best-In-State Employers (2022-23), by Newsweek as one of America’s Greatest Workplaces for Women (2023) and by the National Association for Business Resources as one of the 2023 Top 101 Best and Brightest Companies to Work For.
