-To assist the Cardiologists in performing invasive and diagnostic/interventional cardiac/vascular and electrophysiologic procedures as well as technical hemodynamic monitoring and interpretation using automated techniques.
-Providing care to meet patient needs and handle other duties as required and assigned.

Essential Functions:
-To assist cardiologists in performing invasive coronary/vascular/EP diagnostic and/or therapeutic procedures using a specific technique.
-To set up and operate a variety of electrical/imaging equipment and computers.
-Displays good judgement and problem-solving skills.
-Displays ability to organize and prioritize performance based on procedural findings.
-Advocates for patient’s needs.
-Hemodynamic and procedural results/outcome interpretation.
-Selection and operation of procedural supplies/equipment based on procedural findings.
-Operation of both monophasic and biphasic defibrillators.
-Ability to effectively communicate and educate patient during procedures to alleviate anxiety and ensure focused patient care.
-Recognize and assist any anesthesia needs inherent in the care of the deeply sedated or anesthetized patient.
-Collaborate with Research RN/Coordinator in carrying out laboratory-based research.
-Excellence in communication skills and professional interaction enable incumbent to interact with physicians so that patient safety, satisfaction and optimal patient outcomes are facilitated during procedures.
-Collaborates with team members and other health care providers in planning patient care specific to procedures being performed. -Assumes accountability for patient care by directing team members, if necessary, so that a standard of excellence and optimal patient outcomes can be achieved.
-Excellence in communication skills enable incumbent to effectively train and mentor team members.
-Appropriate, professional interaction with various vendors to ensure patient safety and positive outcomes resulting from product and/or equipment/supply use.
-Updates knowledge and skills as equipment changes are implemented within the area.
-Checks and evaluates equipment to ensure adequate performance and general safety on a daily basis.
-Manages digital archiving system ensuring safe storage of patient images and reports.
-Promptly notifies appropriate personnel and removes any malfunctioning equipment.
-Promptly reports any equipment or supply malfunction or defective status so that proactive steps may be taken to ensure patient safety.
-Demonstration of knowledge and ability to trouble-shoot and/or problem-solve any equipment within the area.
-Demonstrate the ability to query archived images from deep archive storage, as well as create CD’s to facilitate transmission of patient information.
-Provides care to the patient undergoing coronary invasive procedures in the Cath Lab through the use of guidelines, policies, procedures, and standards of care.
-Report significant observations and reactions to appropriate personnel and document care provided. -Maintain a working knowledge of aseptic technique.
-Assist in passing sterile guidewires, catheters, and other devices as required, using aseptic technique.
-Prepare instruments for sterilization.
-Suggest equipment of procedural changes required for the quality care of the patient.
-Prepare sterile field.
-Observes for deviation from proper aseptic technique by others then has it corrected.
-Report significant observations to appropriate personnel and document observations and care provided.
-Accurate interpretation of EKG and alerts physician of any irregular activity.

Required Education:
-Associates Degree in Related Field
OR
-Certificate of completion for Radiology Program

Required Certifications & Licensure:
-IEMA (Illinois state) License in Rad Technology
-BLS (American Heart Assoc.)
-ACLS (American Heart Assoc.)
-ARRT Registration in Radiology