Cath Lab Tech - Part Time (cwi)

Job Description

At Children’s Wisconsin, we believe kids deserve the best.

Children’s Wisconsin is a nationally recognized health system dedicated solely to the health and well-being of children. We provide primary care, specialty care, urgent care, emergency care, community health services, foster and adoption services, child and family counseling, child advocacy services and family resource centers. Our reputation draws patients and families from around the country.

We offer a wide variety of rewarding career opportunities and are seeking individuals dedicated to helping us achieve our vision of the healthiest kids in the country. If you want to work for an organization that makes a difference for children and families, and encourages you to be at your best every day, please apply today.JOB IS FROM: partimejobs.netVIEW

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Assisting the cardiologist performs invasive cardiac catheterizations and electrophysiology studies using ionizing radiation. Maintains knowledge of current trends and techniques in cardiology through appropriate technical journals or in-service and educational programs in order to enhance expertise.

Work requires extensive technical training; normally acquired through completion of an AMA approved two year program in Radiologic Technology, and six months related training in special procedures. Between six months to a year of on-the-job training experience is necessary in order to understand and function in the technical aspects of all pediatric angiography procedures and cardiac diagnostic studies.

MINIMUM KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:

• Work requires extensive technical training; acquired through completion of an AMA approved two year program in Radiologic Technology, and six months related training in special procedures. Must have and maintain ARRT certification.

• Cath lab experience is desired.  Pediatric experience is preferred.

• Maintains X-ray license though CE credits. Maintains knowledge of current trends and techniques in cardiology through appropriate technical journals or in‑service and educational programs in order to enhance expertise.

• Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification required.

• ACLS, PALS and RCIS certification preferred.

• Analytical skills for selecting proper test factors to produce optional radiographs.  Attention to detail is critical to avoid danger to patients.  Procedures must be carefully followed, being alert to the slightest danger of patient condition. Interpersonal skills necessary in order to interact effectively with patients/parents who may be under physical and/or emotional stress and to gather and exchange patient information with nursing personnel and physicians.

• Operates a computer and is capable of learning required software programs in accordance with departmental needs.

• Ability to lift and position patients of up to 50 pounds for 20% of work time and to stand or walk for up to 50% of work time, wearing 10‑15 pound lead apron.

Children's Wisconsin is an equal opportunity / affirmative action employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment for all employees. We treat everyone with dignity, respect, and fairness. We do not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other status or condition protected by the law.

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