Job Description
AMN Healthcare Allied is seeking a travel Vascular Interventional Technician for a travel job in PEORIA, Illinois.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: Vascular Interventional Technician
- Discipline: Allied Health Professional
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 40 hours per week
- Shift: 10 hours, days
- Employment Type: Travel
Job Description & Requirements
Cardiovascular Interventional Technologist - (Cardio - CI Tech - CVIT)
StartDate: ASAP
Available Shifts: 10 D
Pay Rate: $2199.21 - $2409.77
Job Description:
-To assist the Cardiologists in performing invasive and diagnostic/interventional cardiac/vascular and electrophysiologic procedures as well as technical hemodynamic monitoring and interpretation using automated techniques.
-Providing care to meet patient needs and handle other duties as required and assigned.
Essential Functions:
-To assist cardiologists in performing invasive coronary/vascular/EP diagnostic and/or therapeutic procedures using a specific technique.
-To set up and operate a variety of electrical/imaging equipment and computers.
-Displays good judgement and problem-solving skills.
-Displays ability to organize and prioritize performance based on procedural findings.
-Advocates for patient's needs.
-Hemodynamic and procedural results/outcome interpretation.
-Selection and operation of procedural supplies/equipment based on procedural findings.
-Operation of both monophasic and biphasic defibrillators.
-Ability to effectively communicate and educate patient during procedures to alleviate anxiety and ensure focused patient care.
-Recognize and assist any anesthesia needs inherent in the care of the deeply sedated or anesthetized patient.
-Collaborate with Research RN/Coordinator in carrying out laboratory-based research.
-Excellence in communication skills and professional interaction enable incumbent to interact with physicians so that patient safety, satisfaction and optimal patient outcomes are facilitated during procedures.
-Collaborates with team members and other health care providers in planning patient care specific to procedures being performed. -Assumes accountability for patient care by directing team members, if necessary, so that a standard of excellence and optimal patient outcomes can be achieved.
-Excellence in communication skills enable incumbent to effectively train and mentor team members.
-Appropriate, professional interaction with various vendors to ensure patient safety and positive outcomes resulting from product and/or equipment/supply use.
-Updates knowledge and skills as equipment changes are implemented within the area.
-Checks and evaluates equipment to ensure adequate performance and general safety on a daily basis.
-Manages digital archiving system ensuring safe storage of patient images and reports.
-Promptly notifies appropriate personnel and removes any malfunctioning equipment.
-Promptly reports any equipment or supply malfunction or defective status so that proactive steps may be taken to ensure patient safety.
-Demonstration of knowledge and ability to trouble-shoot and/or problem-solve any equipment within the area.
-Demonstrate the ability to query archived images from deep archive storage, as well as create CD's to facilitate transmission of patient information.
-Provides care to the patient undergoing coronary invasive procedures in the Cath Lab through the use of guidelines, policies, procedures, and standards of care.
-Report significant observations and reactions to appropriate personnel and document care provided. -Maintain a working knowledge of aseptic technique.
-Assist in passing sterile guidewires, catheters, and other devices as required, using aseptic technique.
-Prepare instruments for sterilization.
-Suggest equipment of procedural changes required for the quality care of the patient.
-Prepare sterile field.
-Observes for deviation from proper aseptic technique by others then has it corrected.
-Report significant observations to appropriate personnel and document observations and care provided.
-Accurate interpretation of EKG and alerts physician of any irregular activity.
Required Qualifications
Vascular Interventional Technologist, Vascular
Experience: 1 year
Certifications: CERT-ARRT- VI(Copy needed); BLS-AHA(Copy needed); R-American Registry of Radiologic Technologists(Copy needed)
SSN Required
DOB Required
Work History: Should not be more than 90 days of gap in last 1 year
Required Certifications & Licensure:
-IEMA (Illinois state) License in Rad Technology
-BLS (American Heart Assoc.)
-ACLS (American Heart Assoc.)
-ARRT Registration in Radiology
Required Education:
-Associates Degree in Related Field
OR
-Certificate of completion for Radiology Program
Facility Location Easy to access, Peoria’s metropolitan lifestyle gets together with stunning natural beauty. Discover the center of this city and its endless stretches of riverbanks and trails while you explore the unique shopping and dining adventure. The hot summers and cool winters, bring dazzle to the fall foliage and bright spring blooms in this city of cultural attraction. Peoria is also the home of University of Illinois College of Medicine.
Job Benefits Allied travel assignments are typically for 13 weeks and offer generous packages that include:
- Competitive pay rates
- Medical, Dental, Vision
- 401(k) and Flex Spending
- Life Insurance
- Accident and Short-term Disability Coverage
- Free Continuing Education
- Competitive Housing Deal
- Refer a friend and earn extra cash!
About the Company At AMN Healthcare, we strive to be recognized as the most trusted, innovative, and influential force in helping healthcare organizations provide quality patient care that continually evolves to make healthcare more human, more effective, and more achievable.
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AMN Healthcare Allied Job ID #3334915. Pay package is based on 10 hour shifts and 40 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Cardiovascular Interventional Technologist - (Cardio - CI Tech - CVIT)
About AMN Healthcare Allied
AMN Healthcare is a leading force in the healthcare industry, committed to being the most trusted, innovative, and influential partner for healthcare organizations. With a focus on providing quality patient care, AMN Healthcare offers holistic solutions that reduce costs, streamline processes, and improve efficiencies. The company boasts over 30 years of experience and takes pride in staffing leading healthcare facilities with the nation's best travelers. As an industry leader, AMN Healthcare offers a diverse team dedicated to supporting healthcare workers and facilities, ensuring a personalized and supportive experience for both clients and candidates.
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Benefits
- Company provided housing options
- Medical benefits
- Dental benefits
- Continuing Education
Job Tags
Temporary work, Summer work, Extra income, Immediate start, Shift work,