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Form of workMust Have:
1 +yrs of experience specific to SPECIAL PROCEDURES (Cath. Lab.)
2+ years of Cardiac Cath/EP procedures
ability to take call and work independently
Cath lab experience, circulate, conscious sedation and recovery (monitor and give meds)
Nice to Have:
CPR, BLS, IEMA, ARRT/RTR
JOB DESCRIPTION
Performs Interventional Radiologic procedures with a focus on Cath/EP.Advocate South Suburban Cardiac Cath/EP/IR
Hospital Information: Hazel Crest, IL (30 min from Chicago)
231 Licensed Beds
No trauma designation
Teaching Hospital
Unit Beds: 1 Cath, 1EP, 1IR, 1TEE/Cardioversion
Experience: 2 years
First-time traveler: Yes
Patient Types: Traveler MUST be able to work in a blended lab - EP/IR/Cardiac Cath. They will need to float through all areas (Travelers do not need to have all 3 skill sets, but majority of the experience must be in one of them, preferably in IR).
IR Procedures: Thoracentesis, Paracentesis, embolization (UFE), IVC filter placement, SVC repair, line placement (PICC, various central lines), assist with CT biopsies, fistulas, needle aspirations, shock wave lithotripsy, some vascular cases
Cath Lab: STEMI, IABP, stage PCI
EP: Generator exchange (dual, single, leadless)
Skills required: able to function well in a team, strong communication skills especially with physicians, knowledgeable in aseptic technique, aware of radiation safety, able to anticipate physician's needs
Patient Ratios: 1:1
Required Certifications: BLS, ARRT, IEMA, CCI, CBT (preferred)
Support on Unit: RN Coordinator, General Lead Tech, IR/Vascular Lead Tech, Cath/EP Lead Tech
Charting System/Equipment: EPIC, Alaris, Pyxis, CV PACS, MERGE Hemo, Phillip C-arm, Volcano, Shock Wave, Phillips Client X-ray
Floating: Between Cath, EP, IR, Rarely will assist in OR, Designated Pre/Post team
Scrub Color: provided
Parking: Free
