Interventional Cardiology RN or Cardiovascular Tech

Cath Lab

Full Time

Days with call requirements

CHI Memorial Hospital now part of CommonSpirit Health formed between Catholic Health Initiatives (CHI) and Dignity Health is once again the only hospital in the Chattanooga area to be named a Best Regional Hospital by U.S. News & World Report. We are proud to be the regional referral center of choice providing health care throughout Southeast Tennessee and North Georgia. We offer the following benefits to support you and your family: On-site childcare with extended hours Care@Work premium account for additional support with children pets dependent adults and household needs Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for you and your family Paid Time Off (PTO) Health/Dental/Vision Insurance Flexible spending accounts Voluntary Protection: Group Accident Critical Illness and Identify Theft Adoption Assistance Tuition Assistance for career growth and development Matching 401(k) and 457(b) Retirement Programs Wellness Program 

This position can be a Cardiovascular Technologist or Interventional RN. CVT includes RCIS RCES Respiratory Therapist Radiology Technologist. Cath Lab and /or EP Lab preferred.

RN 

The Registered Nurse in the Electrophysiology Lab is responsible for all aspects of care related to adult inpatients or outpatients undergoing procedures in the EP Lab. Applies knowledge of growth and development to perform detailed assignments and interventions. Provides consistent care based on the changing physical and psychosocial needs, unique to the patient. This job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of professional work to be performed. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive list of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job

CV Tech

The Cardiovascular Technologist in the Cath Lab/EP is responsible for all aspects of care related to adult inpatients or outpatients undergoing procedures in the Cardiac Cath Lab. Applies knowledge of growth and development to perform detailed assignments and interventions. Provides consistent care based on the changing physical and psychosocial needs, unique to the patient. This job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of professional work to be performed. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive list of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job.

 Effective verbal and written communication skills
 Sterile technique
 Administration and knowledge of medications given to the patient under the supervision of the physician
 Operate physiologic monitoring equipment
 Operate all equipment related to coronary procedures (IABP, Impella, IVUS, FFR, rotational atherectomy, temporary pacemaker generator, ISTAT, MedRad injector, Angiojet and manual thrombectomy)
 Management of blood samples and calculations
 Use of general patient care equipment and communication equipment
 Successfully complete all annual competencies
 Use of unit-specific equipment (computers, copiers, etc.)
 Daily QA and trouble-shooting skills for radiographic equipment
 Knowledge, advocate, and employ techniques for radiation safety
 Knowledge of CPAC data storage system
 Good telephone and communication skills
 Ability to adapt to changes in health care technology
 Other duties assigned by management

RN

CV Tech

Must have completed accredited program for Radiology Technologist or Respiratory Therapist or Cardiovascular Technologist

National License ARRT for Radiology Technologist or Tennessee Respiratory Therapist for RRT or National RCIS RCES  for Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist
AHA BLS
AHA ACLS (within 3 months of hire)