Infojini Healthcare hiring Travel CT Tech - $2,682 per week in Peoria, IL in Peoria, Illinois, United States | LinkedIn (2024)

ID: 49390514 Shift: Day DAYS; 7:00AM-5:30PM or 6:30AM-5:00PM 4x10 Hr Description: Job Description: -To assist the Cardiologists in performing invasive and diagnostic/interventional cardiac/vascular and electrophysiologic procedures as well as technical hemodynamic monitoring and interpretation using automated techniques. -Providing care to meet patient needs and handle other duties as required and assigned. Essential Functions: -To assist cardiologists in performing invasive coronary/vascular/EP diagnostic and/or therapeutic procedures using a specific technique. -To set up and operate a variety of electrical/imaging equipment and computers. -Displays good judgement and problem-solving skills. -Displays ability to organize and prioritize performance based on procedural findings. -Advocates for patient's needs. -Hemodynamic and procedural results/outcome interpretation. -Selection and operation of procedural supplies/equipment based on procedural findings. -Operation of both monophasic and biphasic defibrillators. -Ability to effectively communicate and educate patient during procedures to alleviate anxiety and ensure focused patient care. -Recognize and assist any anesthesia needs inherent in the care of the deeply sedated or anesthetized patient. -Collaborate with Research RN/Coordinator in carrying out laboratory-based research. -Excellence in communication skills and professional interaction enable incumbent to interact with physicians so that patient safety, satisfaction and optimal patient outcomes are facilitated during procedures. -Collaborates with team members and other health care providers in planning patient care specific to procedures being performed.-Assumes accountability for patient care by directing team members, if necessary, so that a standard of excellence and optimal patient outcomes can be achieved. -Excellence in communication skills enable incumbent to effectively train and mentor team members. -Appropriate, professional interaction with various vendors to ensure patient safety and positive outcomes resulting from product and/or equipment/supply use. -Updates knowledge and skills as equipment changes are implemented within the area. -Checks and evaluates equipment to ensure adequate performance and general safety on a daily basis. -Manages digital archiving system ensuring safe storage of patient images and reports. -Promptly notifies appropriate personnel and removes any malfunctioning equipment. -Promptly reports any equipment or supply malfunction or defective status so that proactive steps may be taken to ensure patient safety. -Demonstration of knowledge and ability to trouble-shoot and/or problem-solve any equipment within the area. -Demonstrate the ability to query archived images from deep archive storage, as well as create CD's to facilitate transmission of patient information. -Provides care to the patient undergoing coronary invasive procedures in the Cath Lab through the use of guidelines, policies, procedures, and standards of care. -Report significant observations and reactions to appropriate personnel and document care provided.-Maintain a working knowledge of aseptic technique. -Assist in passing sterile guidewires, catheters, and other devices as required, using aseptic technique. -Prepare instruments for sterilization. -Suggest equipment of procedural changes required for the quality care of the patient. -Prepare sterile field. -Observes for deviation from proper aseptic technique by others then has it corrected. -Report significant observations to appropriate personnel and document observations and care provided. -Accurate interpretation of EKG and alerts physician of any irregular activity. Schedule ; 7:00AM-5:30PM or 6:30AM-5:00PMSkills: Required Skills & Experience: -Minimum three (3) years of applicable experience. -Knowledge of hemodynamic concepts, cardiac anatomy and physiology, and the purpose and operation of equipment and supplies inherent in cardiac/vascular diagnostic and interventional procedures. -Knowledge and competency in moderate sedation administration and policy protocol. -Knowledge of EP concepts, theory, and the fluoroscopic anatomy and physiology involved in diagnostic and interventional EP procedures. -Ability to recognize and assist in treatment of any complication arising from cardiac/vascular/EP diagnostic and interventional procedures. -Ability to set up sterile table with appropriate supplies specific to each procedure performed within the area. -Knowledge of correct preparation and draping of patients. -Extensive knowledge of use and function of supplies specific to cardiac/vascular diagnostic and interventional procedures. -Knowledge and ability to properly connect to appropriate physiologic monitoring equipment. -Knowledge of radiation safety and appropriate use and function of imaging equipment. -Advanced knowledge of EKG interpretation and arrhythmia recognition, analysis, and interpretation. -Knowledge of data analysis and interpretation specific to device implantation and function. -Knowledge and recognition of Invasive Cardiology routines. -Proficient in set-up of all procedures. -Writes, reads, comprehends and speaks fluent English. -Basic computer knowledge using word processing, spreadsheet, email, and web browser. -Multicultural sensitivity. Preferred Skills & Experience: -N/A RequiredCARDIOVASCULARCARDIACASEPTIC TECHNIQUEASEPTICEKGAdditionalARRTSTERILEVASCULARCATHETERSTROUBLE-SHOOTPATIENT CAREIMAGINGDATA ANALYSISCATH LABRADIATION SAFETYCARDIOLOGYSELF MOTIVATEDRN/PROBLEM-SOLVINGACLSSTERILIZATIONRADIOLOGYMARKETING ANALYSISTHERAPEUTICMENTORARCHIVINGLABORATORYEducation: Required Education: -Associates Degree in Related Field OR -Certificate of completion for Radiology ProgramPreferred Education: -N/ARequired Certifications & Licensure: -IEMA (Illinois state) License in Rad Technology -BLS (American Heart Assoc.)-ACLS (American Heart Assoc.)-ARRT Registration in RadiologyPreferred Certifications & Licensure: -N/A;Languages: English Read Write Speak English(Speak, Read, Write)Job Category: Clinical-Allied Guaranteed Hours: 40.00 Contract Weeks:89