ANCC Magnet designated UPMC Passavant is currently hiring a Full-Time Invasive Cardiac Technologist to support our Cardiac Catheterization Lab at the McCandless location. Title and salary will be determined based upon education and experience.
Ensures all images are accurately coded, tracked in PACS, linked to the appropriate electronic record for archival and interpretation, and that all charges are entered correctly.
Maintains required continuing education and competency standards.
Builds positive relationships with patients and coworkers, demonstrating care, active listening, dignity, and respect.
Works collaboratively within the department and across teams to support efficient patient care.
Verifies patient identity using two identifiers and follows universal protocols during all procedures.
Reviews patient history and physician orders, applying departmental protocols to ensure optimal data acquisition.
Documents patient history in the electronic record as required.
Maintains point-of-care testing standards, including daily quality control for procedural devices.
Clearly communicates instructions and explains procedures to patients to ease concerns and encourage cooperation.
Applies proper positioning and radiographic techniques for all diagnostic and interventional procedures.
Demonstrates knowledge of patient preparation, equipment operation, and patient monitoring systems.
Functions competently in the first assist role.
Promotes aseptic technique, patient safety, and adherence to time-out procedures.
Administers contrast under physician direction.
Supports other departments as assigned.
Maintains working knowledge of equipment and supplies.
Provides standby call coverage as scheduled, in accordance with system-wide policies.
Adheres to radiation safety practices for patients and staff, including proper use of shielding and monitoring devices, and documents patient radiation exposure in the electronic record.
Responsibilities may vary based on job location.
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