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The Cardio-Vascular Technologist/Scrub Tech (Invasive) is responsible for assisting the Cardiologist, Radiologist, Vascular Surgeon or other interventional provider, with invasive diagnostic and therapeutic procedures, which utilize advanced radiographic imaging equipment. Responsible for providing patient services and performing interventional procedures, including all aspects of processing.

GENERAL DUTIES

Registers cardiology patients by confirming patient identification and reviewing consultation requests for invasive cardiovascular procedures.

Assists with diagnostic and interventional cases including PTCA, stents, IVUS, angioplasty, cutting balloon, IABP, permanent pacemaker insertion or defibrillator insertion amongst other procedures.

Manipulates hemodynamic recording/procedural record equipment. Scrubs as needed per case requirements.

Chooses correct order codes for tests performed and completes steps to submit charges.

Maintains both automated and hard copy logs and assures that supply and procedure charges are submitted. Maintains equipment, work area and maintains adequate supplies.

Maintains good radiation safety and in-services are provided by cardiovascular/X-ray tech as needed.

Coordinates work schedule with departmental leader to assure workload coverage. Assumes responsibility for the safety, mental and physical comfort of patients while they are in the invasive lab department.

QUALIFICATIONS

Required: Basic Life Support Health Care Provider (CPR, BLS) - American Heart Association

Preferred: Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) - American Heart Association (obtained within six (6) months of hire)

Preferred : Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist (RCIS) - Cardiovascular Credentialing Institute

WORK SHIFT:

Days (United States of America)

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Our people make health happen. While our NOLA roots run deep, our branches are the vessels that carry our mission of bringing the best possible care to every person and parish in Louisiana and beyond and put a little more heart and soul into healthcare along the way. Celebrating authenticity, originality, equity, inclusion and a little “come on in” attitude is the foundation of LCMC Health’s culture of everyday extraordinary

About West Jefferson Medical Center

West Jefferson Medical Center, a cornerstone of LCMC Health’s incredible community of care, is regionally recognized and nationally accredited.  For over 60 years, we’ve been the hospital-of-choice on the west bank of Jefferson Parish for health, wellness, and family-centered care. Learn more about West Jefferson Medical Center and our Leapfrog “Grade A” Hospital Safety distinction

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• Deliver healthcare with heart. 
• Give people a reason to smile. 
• Put a little love in your work. 
• Be honest and real, but with compassion.  
• Bring some lagniappe into everything you do. 
• Forget one-size-fits-all, think one-of-a-kind care. 
• See opportunities, not problems – it’s all about perspective. 
• Cheerlead ideas, differences, and each other. 
• Love what makes you, you - because we do

You are welcome here. 

LCMC Health is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

The above job summary is intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by people assigned to this work. This is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities.  LCMC Health reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet organizational needs as necessary.

 

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