Idaho Falls Community Hospital is looking for a Cardiology IR/Lab Tech to join our team!

JOB SUMMARY: This position includes a broad range of responsibilities, including assisting physicians in IR and catheterization laboratory (Cath Lab) utilizing the C-arm, patient care activities, scrubbing and assisting physician during procedures, assisting with x-ray equipment, performs procedures on patients and is conscious of radiation exposure and contrast media used. Incumbent will be proficient in all responsibilities of a Cardiovascular/IR Technologist. Also, duties include communication of instructions to patients pertaining to examinations and preps, in an accurate and caring manner. Prepares and administers necessary contrast materials under the direction of the Radiologist/Cardiologist. Recognizes patient conditions warranting immediate attention and responds appropriately. Proficient in the use of emergency equipment. Responsible to assist in monitor and document all procedural activities. Other duties as assigned.

Have a passion for helping others? At Idaho Falls Community Hospital, so do we. Helping our community get better is our number one priority. We are committed to providing compassionate, emergency care 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Idaho Falls Community Hospital is proud to be a certified trauma, stroke and STEMI center.

Our work environment is collaborative, purpose driven and celebrates the people who make our work possible. Our culture is unique and it is what makes people excited to come to work each day. If you are looking for a career where you can make a difference, we have a place for you on our team.

BENEFITS:

Taking care for our community starts with taking care of our own team. Idaho Falls Community Hospital is proud to offer its employees competitive and comprehensive benefit packages. Benefits include:

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off (vacation, holidays and sick days) and Medical Paid Time Off
• Retirement Plans (401K with up to 6% match)
• Earned Quarterly Bonus Program
• Education Reimbursement Program
• Discount for medically necessary procedures performed at Idaho Falls Community Hospital and Mountain View Hospital
• Life Insurance
• Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Schedules
• Collaborative and Supportive Work Environment

Please note benefits are based on eligibility according to full-time, part-time or PRN status classification.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

IR/Cath Lab Technologist

• Pre-procedure duties consist of checking clinically important aspects related to the patient entering into the IR/cath lab.
• Assists with the interventional radiologist or cardiologist with diagnostic angiographic procedures, cardiac catheterization, as well as complex vascular and nonvascular interventional and therapeutic procedures.
• Assist in scrub, circulate, and monitor as needed.
• Prepares patient and all necessary equipment for procedure, operates needed equipment.
• Produces high quality medical imaging through the use of cine-radiography using the ALARA methodology under direct supervision of Physician.
• Posts and processes all exams prior to transferring images to PACS.
• Navigates workstations regarding image retrieval and archiving.
• Responsible for having all necessary supplies and x-ray equipment ready and available for each assigned case in collaboration with the IR/Cath lab Registered Nurse.
• Collaborates with physicians and other health employees in coordinating the plan of care and facilitating patient outcomes.
• Provides care based on established standards of practice, policies and protocols.
• Demonstrates critical thinking skills for problem solving and anticipating patient care needs.
• Assists with documents assessments, delivery of care and patients response to care in the medical record.
• Participates in performance improvement initiatives to improve processes and outcomes.
• Demonstrates the ability to function in all aspects of diagnostic and interventional catheterization to include scrubbing, circulating, monitoring and recording of procedures.
• Participates in after hour and on-call coverage as part of the team.
• Understands policy and procedure for to emergent patient needs and codes.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Understanding of inventory management of catheters, wire, and other supplies in the cath lab/IR suites so that a wide variety of options are on hand for the cardiologist and interventional radiologist.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education/Certification: Cardiovascular-interventional technologists must be certified by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) and prefer additional advanced-level cardiovascular-interventional technology training. Current BLS issued by American Red Cross or the American Heart Association Healthcare Provider, ACLS preferred.

Prefer minimum of 3 years of IR or cardiology catheterization lab or IR lab experience. Experience in running of the x-ray equipment, PACS, and contrast administration. Experience in Cardiac Catheterization and or Interventional Radiology procedures in the role of scrub, circulate, and monitor.

Equipment/Technology: Basic computer knowledge and skills, comprehensive knowledge of cardiac instrumentation, equipment, procedures, and the care required for many diverse patients.

Language/Communication: Strong communication skills, must have the ability to effectively read, write, and speak English. Ability to communicate with patient needs and instructions.

Mathematical Skills: Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure using whole numbers. Able to calculate correct doses by applying necessary formulas as needed

Mental Capabilities: Ability to problem solve, manage stress and handle emergent patient situations under stressful situations.

Interpersonal: Ability to work well with patients, physicians and other members of the IR/cath lab. Ability to coordinate care between departments.

Performance: Performance will be judged by annual evaluations, competencies, and maintenance of licensure and certifications.