Cardiovascular Specialist- Rex Invasive Heart & Vascular

Description

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Summary :

Consults with, monitors, and performs tests on patients undergoing cardiovascular procedures.

Responsibilities :

1. Documents history and physical assessment for patients undergoing procedures within the cath lab.

2. Explains procedures and treatments to patients to gain patient cooperation and understanding and allay apprehension.

3. Prepares patient for procedure by positioning and using appropriate equipment.

4. Operates diagnostic imaging equipment to produce contrast enhanced radiographs of heart and cardiovascular system (angiocardiograms).

5. Operates multichannel physiologic monitor to measure and record functions of cardiovascular and pulmonary systems of patient during cardiac catherization.

6. Observes patient, records significant conditions and reactions. Communicates with physician regarding patient's condition and reaction to drugs, treatments, and other significant incidents.

7. Assists Physician in diagnostic and interventional procedures.

8. Provides technical assistance as needed.

9. Complies with departmental, hospital, and regulatory policies and procedures.

10. Accepts responsibility for personal growth and development and professional accountability.

Other Information

Other information :

Education Requirements :

• Associate's degree (A. A.) or graduation from a cardiovascular related program required.

Licensure / Certification Requirements :

Professional Experience Requirements :

Knowledge / Skills / and Abilities Requirements :

Job Details

Legal Employer : NCHEALTH

Entity : UNC REX Healthcare

Organization Unit : Rex Invasive Heart & Vascular

Work Type : Per Diem

Standard Hours Per Week : 4.00

Salary Range : $33.04 - $47.50 per hour (Hiring Range)

Pay offers are determined by experience and internal equity

Work Assignment Type : Onsite

Work Schedule : Day Job

Location of Job : US : NC : Raleigh

Exempt From Overtime : Exempt : No

This position is employed by NC Health (Rex Healthcare, Inc., d / b / a NC Health), a private, fully-owned subsidiary of UNC Heath Care System. This is not a State employed position.

Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

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