Advocate Aurora Health
Cath Lab Technologist - $37-55 per hour
Advocate Aurora Health, Westmont, Illinois, United States, 60559
Advocate Aurora Health is seeking a Cath Lab Technologist for a job in Westmont, Illinois.Job Description & Requirements
Specialty:
Cath Lab TechnologistDiscipline:
Allied Health ProfessionalDuration:
Ongoing40 hours per weekShift:
daysEmployment Type:
Staff
$10,000 sign-on bonus eligible!
Position Requirements:Typically requires 2 years cardiac Cath lab experience. Demonstrated proficiency in PTCA, EPS preferred, with an AAS in RTR. or a minimum of 5 years' experience as RTR preferred.~Minimum of 12 CEU hours per year.~This position will need to recognize the needs and behaviors of a variety of age groups of patients treated, i.e., normal patterns of adolescent behavior and look for signs of normal aging prior experience with various age groups is preferred. ~Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills.~Ability to anticipate patient and unit needs.~Ability to teach procedures to the staff. ~Current License in the state of IL as a RT ~ACLS. RCIS within two years of employment. The ability to function in a high stress environment, lift andmove heavy patients and equipment, stand for long periods of time, wearing lead apron (approx. 18 lbs.), and work flexible hours and on~call basis.
All cath lab staff must be able to respond to off hour call~ins within thirty minutes of the pager going off.
If position has direct patient care or direct patient contact the following lifting requirement supersedes any previous lifting requirement effective 06/01/2015. Ability to lift up to 35 pounds without assistance. For patient lifts of over 35 pounds, or when patient is unable to assist with the lift, patient handling equipment is expected to be used, with at least one other associate, when available. Unique patient lifting/movement situations will be assessed on a case~by~case basis.
Purpose:To provide professional, highly technical nursing care to all cardiovascular patients, while assisting physicians during all cardiovascular procedures. Function as a liaison for patients, patient's families, and physicians. Assist physicians in the operation of technical equipment utilized during all procedures.
Accountabilities:Maintain complete documentation of cardiovascular proceduresParticipate in in~services, continuing education, and workshops to remain abreast of new procedures and current technologies.Accountable for the maintenance of quality control in all areas of the labProvide a secure and safe environment for patients and staff maintaining constant awareness of safety hazardsAssistance with new staff orientation within the departmentAct as a role model within the department serving as a resource person for all clinical activitiesAssisting in the development of new operating procedures
Advocate Aurora Health Job ID #R98155. Posted job title: Cardiac Cath Lab TechnologistAbout Advocate Aurora Health
Advocate Aurora Health’s
22,000 nurses demonstrate our values of excellence, compassion and respect, collaborating to advance our stated purpose of helping people live well. To encourage you to be the best nurse you can, Advocate Aurora will provide support, tools and resources for orientation, education and professional development, in the care setting that is best for you. Your voice as a team member will be heard clearly whether you’re at one of our 10 Magnet® designated hospitals or more than 500 sites of care.
Join our team and be inspired to chart a course for Advocate Aurora to become the best place in the nation for nurses to pursue their passion.Benefits
Holiday PayGuaranteed HoursContinuing Education401k retirement planPet insuranceWellness and fitness programsMileage reimbursementEmployee assistance programsMedical benefitsDental benefitsVision benefitsLife insuranceDiscount programSign-On bonus
Specialty:
Cath Lab TechnologistDiscipline:
Allied Health ProfessionalDuration:
Ongoing40 hours per weekShift:
daysEmployment Type:
Staff
$10,000 sign-on bonus eligible!
Position Requirements:Typically requires 2 years cardiac Cath lab experience. Demonstrated proficiency in PTCA, EPS preferred, with an AAS in RTR. or a minimum of 5 years' experience as RTR preferred.~Minimum of 12 CEU hours per year.~This position will need to recognize the needs and behaviors of a variety of age groups of patients treated, i.e., normal patterns of adolescent behavior and look for signs of normal aging prior experience with various age groups is preferred. ~Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills.~Ability to anticipate patient and unit needs.~Ability to teach procedures to the staff. ~Current License in the state of IL as a RT ~ACLS. RCIS within two years of employment. The ability to function in a high stress environment, lift andmove heavy patients and equipment, stand for long periods of time, wearing lead apron (approx. 18 lbs.), and work flexible hours and on~call basis.
All cath lab staff must be able to respond to off hour call~ins within thirty minutes of the pager going off.
If position has direct patient care or direct patient contact the following lifting requirement supersedes any previous lifting requirement effective 06/01/2015. Ability to lift up to 35 pounds without assistance. For patient lifts of over 35 pounds, or when patient is unable to assist with the lift, patient handling equipment is expected to be used, with at least one other associate, when available. Unique patient lifting/movement situations will be assessed on a case~by~case basis.
Purpose:To provide professional, highly technical nursing care to all cardiovascular patients, while assisting physicians during all cardiovascular procedures. Function as a liaison for patients, patient's families, and physicians. Assist physicians in the operation of technical equipment utilized during all procedures.
Accountabilities:Maintain complete documentation of cardiovascular proceduresParticipate in in~services, continuing education, and workshops to remain abreast of new procedures and current technologies.Accountable for the maintenance of quality control in all areas of the labProvide a secure and safe environment for patients and staff maintaining constant awareness of safety hazardsAssistance with new staff orientation within the departmentAct as a role model within the department serving as a resource person for all clinical activitiesAssisting in the development of new operating procedures
Advocate Aurora Health Job ID #R98155. Posted job title: Cardiac Cath Lab TechnologistAbout Advocate Aurora Health
Advocate Aurora Health’s
22,000 nurses demonstrate our values of excellence, compassion and respect, collaborating to advance our stated purpose of helping people live well. To encourage you to be the best nurse you can, Advocate Aurora will provide support, tools and resources for orientation, education and professional development, in the care setting that is best for you. Your voice as a team member will be heard clearly whether you’re at one of our 10 Magnet® designated hospitals or more than 500 sites of care.
Join our team and be inspired to chart a course for Advocate Aurora to become the best place in the nation for nurses to pursue their passion.Benefits
Holiday PayGuaranteed HoursContinuing Education401k retirement planPet insuranceWellness and fitness programsMileage reimbursementEmployee assistance programsMedical benefitsDental benefitsVision benefitsLife insuranceDiscount programSign-On bonus