Lead Cath Lab Cardiovascular Technologist - Days
Company: Houston Methodist Cypress Hospital
Location: Cypress
Posted on: September 28, 2024
Job Description:
The Lead Cath Lab CV Technologist functions as the lead person
for interventional cardiovascular, generally for an assigned shift
and in this capacity performs lead job duties and/or regularly
leads projects or performs specialized responsibilities as a
regular part of normal job responsibilities. Also functions at a CV
Technologist II level. Serves as the liaison between management,
staff and physicians for routine matters as the primary point of
contact for resolving questions and issues for Technologist I and
II jobs as well as support staff, resulting in the delivery of
exceptional patient care and adherence to standards of practice for
optimal patient safety, quality outcomes, and customer service.
Duties may be varied and may include many of the following:
organize work schedules, make work assignments, review and edit
time cards for accuracy, conduct quality assurance audits of staff
performance, develop and implement quality improvement activities,
train and mentor staff, provide feedback on staff performance and
developmental needs, participate in the development of skills and
performance of staff, lead and regularly perform special projects,
collect/analyze/report on data, prepare reports on performance and
metrics, and other responsibilities of a similar nature and
level.
As an experienced and fully competent CV Technologist, completes a
variety of routine and highly specialized interventional and
therapeutic cardiac or electrophysiology procedures including but
not limited to peripheral and coronary angioplasty, stents,
rotablators, artherectomy, laser, and coronary ultrasound;
electrophysiology procedures including ablations and device
implantation. Exercises independent judgment and execution of above
average clinical skills on challenging procedures and patient care
situations. This job requires availability to be on call.
PEOPLE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Promotes a positive work environment and leads the team to be
dynamic and a focused work unit that actively helps one another to
achieve optimal department results. Collaborates with all members
of the patient care team by actively communicating and reporting
pertinent patient care information and data in a comprehensive
manner. Role models to team members effective communication skills,
assisting in their development of such skills.
- Orients, guides and mentors team members consisting of CV
Technologist I & II's, students and support staff, to help build
confidence and competency in skills, knowledge and abilities.
Effectively implements protocols and objectives with team members
to result in optimization of staff performance, teamwork, patient
safety, and customer service.
SERVICE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Performs interventional and therapeutic cardiac or
electrophysiology procedures including but not limited to
peripheral and coronary angioplasty, stents, rotablators,
artherectomy, laser, and coronary ultrasound; electrophysiology
procedures including ablations and device implantation. Works
independently exercising sound judgment and executing above average
clinical skills on challenging procedures and patient care
situations.
- Provides care for the physical needs of patients by executing
various Cath Lab concepts to maximize performance. This includes:
positioning, physiology, procedure preparation, and technical
factors. Modifies technical factors to achieve desired imaging
results and recognizes complications / limitations associated with
certain procedures. Proactively addresses for optimum outcomes.
- Serves as liaison between team members, management and
physicians, resolving routine matters for the shift/modality.
Monitors and adjusts activities to ensure optimum patient
throughput and patient experience. Assists physicians during
procedures.
QUALITY/SAFETY ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Follows radiation safety standards and conducts all imaging
procedures accordingly. Properly utilizes patient radiation
protection and immobilization during diagnostic procedures.
Maintains proper sterile techniques for procedures, regularly
practices aseptic techniques, and ensures compliance with infection
control procedures. Complies with job, departmental and hospital
safety standards, practices and policies.
- Identifies opportunities for corrective action and process
improvement providing recommendations, and contributes to meeting
departmental and hospital targets for quality and safety. Reports
-near misses - and inputs errors promptly into PSN to improve
processes and identify trends. Provides feedback to management on
team member performance and conduct.
- Conducts quality audits on equipment, processes, outcomes and
team member performance. Documents, develops and evaluates
processes and procedures.
- Assists with implementation and education of departmental based
safety initiatives, standards of practice and protocols. Develops
skills of team members and continually assists with improving
skills, performance and outcomes.
FINANCE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Provides accurate and complete documentation of patient
procedures. Enters charges at the time service is delivered.
- Uses resources efficiently; does not waste supplies.
Self-motivated to independently manage time effectively and
prioritize daily tasks and provides leadership to team members on
effective and efficient utilization of time. Accurately reviews and
edits team member's time cards for management approval.
GROWTH/INNOVATION ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Participates in departmental projects and shared governance
activities.
- Seeks opportunities to expand learning beyond baseline
competencies with a focus on continual development as a Cath Lab
Rad Tech.
- Fosters a positive and constructive teaching environment by
engaging students and co-workers (Cath Lab Rad Tech I's, II's, RN's
and support staff) in learning opportunities that are valuable and
in alignment with business objectives.
This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive; the
employee will also perform other reasonably related business/job
duties as assigned. Houston Methodist reserves the right to revise
job duties and responsibilities as the need arises.
EDUCATION
- Graduate of education program approved by the credentialing
body for the required credential(s) indicated below; if required
credential/registry acquired after September 1, 2013, Associates
degree required
- Completion of Invasive Cardiovascular Technology program
recognized by Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health
Education Program (CAAHEP) highly preferred
WORK EXPERIENCE
- At least 3 years experience as a Cardiovascular Technologist.
Prior experience in a lead or supervisory role, or HM experience
and performance that demonstrates leadership abilities
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS - REQUIRED
- RCIS - Registered Cardiovasculoar Invasive Specialist (CCI)
OR
- RCES - Registered Cardiac Electrophysiology Specialist (CCI)
AND
- BLS - Basic Life Support (AHA) AND
- ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support (AHA)
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
- Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely
perform the assigned job, determined through on-going skills and
competency assessments
- Ability to work independently; capable of handling challenging
/ difficult diagnostic procedures and patient care situations.
Demonstrates sound judgment and executes above average clinical
skills
- Possesses basic computer knowledge; operates multiple computer
systems to include, Hospital / Radiology Information Systems and
Office software to maintain patient and exam documents
- Exhibits strong interpersonal, teamwork and leadership skills
with all levels of the healthcare team and assures delivery of
excellent customer service to all patients, visitors, physicians
and co-workers
- Adapts to multiple ongoing priorities with minimal supervision
including, organizing work flow and actively participating in
problem-solving
- Sufficient proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing the
English language necessary to perform the essential functions of
this job, especially with regard to activities impacting patient or
employee safety or security
- Ability to effectively communicate with patients, physicians,
family members and co-workers in a manner consistent with a
customer service focus and application of positive language
principlesSUPPLEMENTAL REQUIREMENTS
WORK ATTIRE
- Uniform
- Scrubs
- Business professional
- Other (department approved) ON-CALL*
*Note that employees may be required to be on-call during
emergencies (ie. DIsaster, Severe Weather Events, etc) regardless
of selection below.
- On Call* YesTRAVEL**
**Travel specifications may vary by department**
- May require travel within the Houston Metropolitan area
- May require travel outside Houston Metropolitan area Company
Profile:Houston Methodist Cypress Hospital, scheduled to open in
the first quarter of 2025, will be Houston Methodist's ninth
hospital and will incorporate the most advanced technology
available from the day the doors open. With 100 beds (at our
opening; licensed for 276) and a prime location in the heart of the
rapidly growing U.S. 290 corridor, the hospital will be equipped
with technologically advanced innovations implemented during COVID,
many of them designed to make patient communication with
physicians, staff and families the very best and most effective in
any health care facility. Even though the hospital won't be fully
operational until 2025, we have several services and specialties
opening in 2024.Houston Methodist is an equal opportunity employer
inclusive of women, minorities, disabled persons and veterans.Equal
Employment OpportunityHouston Methodist is an Equal Opportunity
Employer.Equal employment opportunity is a sound and just concept
to which Houston Methodist is firmly bound. Houston Methodist will
not engage in discrimination against or harassment of any person
employed or seeking employment with Houston Methodist on the basis
of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity,
national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or
other characteristics protected by law. VEVRAA Federal Contractor -
priority referral Protected Veterans requested.
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