UWHC Cardiovascular Tech - Obj position at University of Wisconsin Hospital and Clinics in

University of Wisconsin Hospital and Clinics is looking of UWHC Cardiovascular Tech - Obj on Fri, 10 Aug 2012 04:14:57 GMT. Posting Summary The Cardiovascular/Electrophysiology Technician (CVT) functions independently as a member of the Heart & Vascular Care Procedure Center patient care team that includes registered nurses, cardiovascular technicians, nurse practitioners, physician assistants, cardiology fellows and faculty physicians. This individual is responsible for helping to develop and implement systems to...

UWHC Cardiovascular Tech - Obj

Location: , Wisconsin

Description: University of Wisconsin Hospital and Clinics is looking of UWHC Cardiovascular Tech - Obj right now, this position will be designated in Wisconsin. More complete informations about this position opportunity kindly see the descriptions. Posting Summary

The Cardiovascular/Electrophysiology Technician (CVT) functions independently as a member of the Heart & Vascular Care Procedure Center patient care team that includes registered nurses, cardiovascular technicians, nurse practitioners, physician assistants, cardiology fellows and faculty physicians. This individual is responsible for helping to develop and implement systems to assure the smooth and efficient flow of patients for procedures in the Electrophysiology (EP) Lab and the Cardiovascular (CV) Laboratory. Duties for this position include but are not limited to: hemodynamic monitoring, circulating and scrubbing roles during Invasive Cardiovascular and EP procedures and other procedures scheduled in our Heart & Vascular Procedure Center. This position also includes patient teaching, assisting with pre and post patient assessment and patient care within scope of practice. This individual is able to demonstrate technical expertise in working with electrophysiology and cardiovascular patients during invasive diagnostic and interventional angiographic procedures.

This position requires the individual to be flexible in their work schedule. This individual has previous radiologic technician or cardiovascular technician work experience, or is a graduate of an accredited Cardiovascular Technician training program and has ACLS certification. The ability to self direct and to organize a varied workload is required. This incumbent demonstrates competency in assisting with Cardiovascular procedures from newborn thru geriatric patient population. This position reports directly to the Invasive Cardiology Manager. This individual¿s annual performance is jointly evaluated with input from the Medical Directors of the EP and Cardiovascular Labs.

Qualifications

1. Minimum: Graduate of an accredited Cardiovascular Technician training program, OR Graduate of an approved training program in Radiologic Technology and certified by the American Registry of Radiologic Technicians with one year of technical experience performing as a Radiologic Technician, OR Two years of Cardiovascular Technician work experience in a Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory or a Electrophysiology lab. Preferred: Previous Cardiac Catheterization or Electrophysiology Lab work experience. 2. Minimum: - If an Imaging Technician, then registered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technicians (ARRT).

• BLS
• ACLS certification within 6 months of hire date.

Preferred: RCIS, RCIT, or NASPE Certification of Special Competency in Cardiac Electrophysiology for Associated Professionals. 3. Self-motivated & directed with regard to an increasing level of understanding and knowledge. 4. Ability to handle multiple tasks/projects and meets objectives and deadlines. 5. Effective oral and written professional communication skills. 6. Ability to demonstrate ethical and professional behaviors at all times. 7. Ability to maintain patient confidentiality and privacy. 8. Ability to use initiative and independent judgment. 9. Ability to work independently. 10. Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to interact effectively with patients, families, healthcare professionals and external vendors. 11. Knowledge regarding quality improvement and standards of care within practice area. 12. Capable of demonstrating flexibility with demands of external/internal customers placed on operating functions of the department. 13. Basic computer skills required. 14. Capable of wearing lead aprons for extended periods of time. 15. Physical ability to lift and position patients and assist with patient transfers utilizing beds or stretchers. 16. On Call requirement: Call response time of 30 minutes from pager activation to arrival, dressed in scrubs and reported to F6/3 HVC Procedure Center.

Pay

This is a Represented position and falls into Pay Grade T. The salary range begins at $24.33 per hour. Education, experience, tenure and internal equity may be taken into consideration when job offers are extended.

Work Schedule

Day/Evening 8 and 10 hour shifts, Monday through Friday between 0600 to 1800, Rotated on call 1700 to 0630 Monday through Friday and 24 hours weekends and holidays. On call response time of 30 minutes. Call response time of 30 mins from pager activation to arrival dressed in scrubs and reported to F63 HVC Procedure Center

Benefits

This position is in the "WSEU" Benefits package. UWHC employees enjoy competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefit package.

• Vacation (14 days)// (pro-rated for part-time employees)
• Holidays (9 days)// (pro-rated for part-time employees)
• Sick Leave (13 days/year)// (pro-rated for part-time employees)
• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Retirement (covered in the Wisconsin Retirement system on day 1)
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Worker's Compensation
• Employee Reimbursement Account (ERS)

While every attempt has been made to provide up-to-date, accurate information, the legal documents, policies, and contracts will prevail in the event of any discrepancy. The above information applies to regular (Permanent) employees.

For addition information, please look on the uwhealth.org website in the careers section.

Staffing Team

Contact Julie Jacobson for more information at JJacobson2@uwhealth.org or at 608-265-6672.

Who We Are...

University of Wisconsin Hospital and Clinics is a 493-bed facility that ranks among the finest academic medical centers in the United States. Frequently cited in publications listing the nation's best health care providers, UW Hospital and Clinics is recognized as a national leader in fields such as cancer treatment, pediatrics, ophthalmology, surgical specialties and organ transplantation.

UW Hospital and Clinics offers:

• More than 900 active medical staff and more than 80 outpatient clinics.
• Six intensive care units (trauma and life support, pediatric, cardiac, cardiothoracic, burn, neurosurgery) with 83 total beds .
• Nine satellite locations .
• One of only two organizations in Wisconsin with designated level One Adult and Pediatric trauma centers.

How to Apply

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This position starts available on: Fri, 10 Aug 2012 04:14:57 GMT

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