PER DIEM LEAD SPECIAL PROCEDURE TECHNOLOGIST

Overview
Position Summary
The Special Procedural Technologist, Lead, Cardiovascular is an essential member of the invasive cardiology lab team with a high degree of responsibility. The Cardiovascular Specialist must be able to work well in an interdisciplinary team and in a fast-paced environment. Must be able to employ critical thinking skills and be patient safety focused.

Responsibilities
Assist
Assists with diagnostic, interventional and therapeutic procedures, including but not limited to: peripheral and coronary angioplasty/stent, atherectomy, laser, coronary ultrasound, temporary cardiac assist devices, mitral clip, TAVR, ablations, device implantation, lead and device extraction/explant. Mentors, trains and provides guidance to technical staff. Assists in scheduling and resolving coverage issues.

Patient Care
The Cardiovascular Specialist will be assigned at the Einstein or Moses campus based on patient care needs.

Technique
The Cardiovascular Specialist is a resource for staff and physicians on sterile technique and the use/maintenance of supplies and equipment used in routine and complex cases.

Requirements
Education
Bachelor's degree in science/math/technology field required; Bachelor's degree in CV Technology preferred. BLS and ACLS required. Registered Cardiovascular Technologist (RCIS or RCES), or RT (R, CI) or other deemed acceptable certification or degree (Foreign Trained Medical Doctorate with deemed appropriate experience will be considered). OHS Fit Test. OHS Annual Assessment.

Experience
2 years of experience scrubbing in for invasive cardiac and/or vascular (CV) procedures, or 1 year of experience scrubbing in on invasive CV procedures and RCIS or RCES certification required.

Knowledge
Knowledge of Cardiac Catheterization and Peripheral Vascular: FFR, Laser, IVUS Hemodynamic Monitoring System, Impella, PHP, Point of Care (AVOx, ACT, ABG), Fluoroscopy System, atherctomy devices, IABP, various vascular closure devices. Knowledge of Arrhythmias: 3D mapping systems, Hemodynamic Monitoring System (PRUKA), laser, device programmers, stimulators and various ablation systems (cooling, RF).