Job Summary

Provides technical assistance to performing physician during diagnostic and interventional cardiac catheterizations, structural heart procedures, and other related procedures. Responsible for direct care of patient during procedure as well as management of hemostasis post procedure. Meets the qualifications to provide care for patients in the specific age range in their assigned laboratory.

Job Duties

• Assists the physician with adult and pediatric cardiac catheterizations including but not limited to the following procedures and techniques: myocardial biopsy, transluminal coronary angioplasty and stenting, rotational atherectomy, temporary pacemaker insertion, pericardiocentesis, Swan-Ganz catheter insertion, cardiac assist device insertion, percutaneous valvuloplasty, percutaneous valve implantation, peripheral vascular diagnostic and interventional procedures.
• Practice of sterile technique preparing for procedure including scrubbing, applying surgical gown, gloving, draping and setup of instrument table.
• Performs emergency therapeutic maneuvers during procedures.
• Initiates life support techniques in the event of a cardiac and respiratory arrest including CPR, defibrillation, temporary pacemaker insertion and airway management.
• Assists with ongoing clinical research trials pertinent to the cardiac catheterization laboratory.
• Records, monitors, and assesses hemodynamic data collected during catheterizations.
• Responsible for primary and secondary hemostasis during and after procedure.
• Operates and ensures the quality control of hemodynamic recording devices, fluoroscopy and cine-angiographic x-ray equipment, oxygen consumption equipment, and blood analysis equipment.
• Exhibits extensive knowledge of all related equipment within the catheterization laboratory.
• Assists with the training and orientation of students, techs, cardiology fellows, and cardiac catheterization technologists new to the department.
• Preparation of arterial lines.
• Performs appropriate billing for services rendered or equipment used as related to cardiac catheterization.
• Collection and analysis of arterial and venous blood samples including specimens sent to laboratory, blood gases, and saturations.
• Participates in Joint Commission-mandated educational programs.

Work is typically performed in a clinical environment. Accountable for satisfying all job specific obligations and complying with all organization policies and procedures. The specific statements in this profile are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements considered necessary to successfully perform the job. Additional competencies and skills outlined in any department-specific orientation will be considered essential to the performance of the job related to that position.

Position Details

*** $12,000 Sign-on Bonus for qualified candidates ***

Are you looking for a very fulfilling career and work with an awesome team and save lives! Apply now!

Position Details:

• Hours: Rotating start time: 7:00 a.m., 7:30 a.m., 8:00 am.
• On Call - 1-2 days per week, and every third weekend
• *Opportunity to grow career in Invasive Cardiology

To learn more about Geisinger Heart Institute, please visit: https://www.geisinger.org/patient-care/institutes/heart-institute

Geisinger cares about not only its patients and members but also about you and your family. We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package to ensure that you and your loved ones can maintain good health, achieve financial stability, and excel both personally and professionally. 

Our benefits package includes: 
 

Comprehensive health insurance coverage starting on your first day of employment with three medical plan options, including flexible spending account (FSA) and health savings account (HSA) options 

Life insurance, short-term disability, and long-term disability coverage paid for by the company 

A competitive 401(k) plan with automatic Geisinger contributions beginning on your first day of employment 

A generous paid time off (PTO) plan that allows you to accrue time quickly 

Access to the MyHealth Rewards wellness program, which helps you improve your health and earn incentives 

Support for families, including adoption assistance, paid parental leave, paid military leave, and a free care.com membership with discounted backup care for your loved ones 

We believe in creating a diverse and inclusive environment where all employees can be their authentic selves. That's why we offer several Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), which provide opportunities for you to network and develop professionally. Our ERGs are open to all employees and are formed around common identities. 

 
To learn more about our benefit offerings, please visit: https://www.paperturn-view.com/radancy-geis/135344-geisinger-2023-benefits-general?pid=MzA300191&v=1.1 

Education

Graduate from Specialty Training Program- (Required)

Certification(s) and License(s)

Certified Radiology Technologist - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT); Basic Life Support Certification - Default Issuing Body; Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist (RCIS) within 2 years - Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI); Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification - American Heart Association (AHA)

Skills

Patient Safety; Health Information Documentation; Customer Service; Vascular Access Devices; Teamwork; Epic Knowledge; Communication

About Geisinger

Founded more than 100 years ago by Abigail Geisinger, the system now includes ten hospital campuses, a 550,000-member health plan, two research centers and the Geisinger Commonwealth School of Medicine. With nearly 24,000 employees and more than 1,700 employed physicians, Geisinger boosts its hometown economies in Pennsylvania by billions of dollars annually. Learn more at geisinger.org or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and Twitter.

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

Geisinger values who you are, where you are from, and where you are going. We seek out people of various backgrounds and cultures with unique abilities, non-traditional career paths and ambitious aspirations. We are an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity Employer. Women and Minorities are encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability or their protected veteran status. Read more about Our Commitment to Inclusive Recruiting.

Our Vision & Values

Everything we do is about making better health easier for our patients, our members, our students, our Geisinger family and our communities.

KINDNESS: We strive to treat everyone as we would hope to be treated ourselves.

EXCELLENCE: We treasure colleagues who humbly strive for excellence.

LEARNING: We share our knowledge with the best and brightest to better prepare the caregivers for tomorrow.

INNOVATION: We constantly seek new and better ways to care for our patients, our members, our community, and the nation.

SAFETY: We provide a safe environment for our patients and members and the Geisinger family.

Our Benefits

We offer healthcare benefits for full time and part time positions from day one, including vision, dental and prescription coverage.