Invasive Cardiac Technologist
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
location_onVeterans Bridge, Strip District, Pittsburgh, Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, 15222, United States
About the Team
Join the largest Cath Lab in the UPMC System at UPMC Presbyterian. Our highly skilled Heart Catheterization team is dedicated to performing and assisting with advanced cardiovascular procedures, handling the most unique and complex cases within the network. We are a mission-driven group where every team member plays a direct role in saving lives every day.
About the Role
As an Invasive Cardiac Technologist, you will be a critical part of our high-stakes environment, utilizing strong critical thinking and technical expertise to deliver excellent patient care. You will work alongside physicians to perform procedures such as cardiac catheterization, angioplasty, stenting, vascular interventions, pericardiocentesis, and right heart catheterizations. Your day involves ensuring proper image coding and tracking, reviewing patient history, maintaining point-of-care testing standards, and fostering an environment of aseptic technique and patient safety. You will also be responsible for communicating clearly with patients to alleviate fears and ensuring strict adherence to radiation safety protocols.
Why Join Us
- Impact: Work in the largest Cath Lab in the UPMC system, seeing the most unique and complex cases.
- Schedule: Enjoy flexible 4x10-hour shifts, Monday through Friday, from 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM.
- Call Rotation: Evenings, weekends, and holidays are shared equally among staff.
- Bonus: Earn a $10,000 sign-on bonus when you join the team.
Equal Opportunity
UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran.
Work location
Work model: On-site
Veterans Bridge, Strip District, Pittsburgh, Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, 15222, United States
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Key Responsibilities
- check_circleReview patient history and physician orders to apply departmental protocols for optimal data acquisition
- check_circleDocument patient history and radiation exposure data in the electronic record as required
- check_circleDemonstrate proper positioning and radiographic techniques for diagnostic and interventional procedures
- check_circlePractice attentiveness to radiation safety using lead shielding and monitoring devices
- check_circleMaintain point of care testing standards including daily quality control for procedural devices
- check_circleAdminister contrast media under the direction of the procedure physician
- check_circleProvide stand-by call coverage as scheduled in accordance with system-wide policies
- check_circleCommunicate procedures to patients clearly to alleviate fears and solicit cooperation
- check_circleFoster an environment supporting aseptic technique and patient safety through time-out processes
- check_circleEnsure all procedural images are properly coded, tracked in PACS, and networked to electronic records
- check_circlePerform and assist with cardiac catheterization, angioplasty, stenting, and vascular interventions
Requirements
- verifiedGraduate of ARRT approved school of Radiologic Technology (RT-R) or Invasive Cardiovascular Specialist (RCIS)
- verifiedARRT Certificate OR Registered Cardiac Electrophysiology Specialist OR Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist required
- verifiedCPR certification required
- verifiedACLS certification desired upon hire
- verifiedACLS certification required within orientation period
- verifiedNew graduates have 1 year to obtain board certification
Nice to Have
ACLS certification upon hire
Benefits & Perks
check_circle$10,000 sign-on bonus upon joining the team
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Skills, education and keywords
Skills: Cardiac Catheterization, Cardiac Angioplasty, Stenting, Vascular Interventions, Pericardiocentesis, Right Heart Catheterizations, Pacs, Point Of Care Testing, Radiographic Techniques, Aseptic Technique.
Education: Graduate of an ARRT approved school of Radiologic Technology or Invasive Cardiovascular Specialist.
Frequently asked questions about Invasive Cardiac Technologist at UPMC
What does a Invasive Cardiac Technologist at UPMC do?expand_more
A Invasive Cardiac Technologist at UPMC is responsible for the following: Review patient history and physician orders to apply departmental protocols for optimal data acquisition; Document patient history and radiation exposure data in the electronic record as required; Demonstrate proper positioning and radiographic techniques for diagnostic and interventional procedures; and Practice attentiveness to radiation safety using lead shielding and monitoring devices.
What are the requirements for this Invasive Cardiac Technologist role?expand_more
UPMC is looking for candidates who meet the following requirements: Graduate of ARRT approved school of Radiologic Technology (RT-R) or Invasive Cardiovascular Specialist (RCIS); ARRT Certificate OR Registered Cardiac Electrophysiology Specialist OR Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist required; CPR certification required; ACLS certification desired upon hire; ACLS certification required within orientation period; and New graduates have 1 year to obtain board certification.
Where is the Invasive Cardiac Technologist role at UPMC located?expand_more
Invasive Cardiac Technologist at UPMC is based in Veterans Bridge, Strip District, Pittsburgh, Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, 15222, United States. This is a on-site role.
Is this Invasive Cardiac Technologist job remote, hybrid, or on-site?expand_more
UPMC has listed this Invasive Cardiac Technologist role as on-site.
How much experience is required for this Invasive Cardiac Technologist role?expand_more
Candidates for Invasive Cardiac Technologist at UPMC should have mid level.
What skills do you need for the Invasive Cardiac Technologist role at UPMC?expand_more
Key skills for Invasive Cardiac Technologist at UPMC include Cardiac Catheterization; Cardiac Angioplasty; Stenting; Vascular Interventions; Pericardiocentesis; Right Heart Catheterizations; Pacs; and Point Of Care Testing.
What education is required for Invasive Cardiac Technologist at UPMC?expand_more
Educational requirements for this role: Graduate of an ARRT approved school of Radiologic Technology or Invasive Cardiovascular Specialist.
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Invasive Cardiac Technologist at UPMC is part of the healthcare & nursing job category on Recrutus.