Cath Lab Tech - CVT RN

Employment Status:

Full time

Shift:

Day (United States of America)

Facility:

1906 Belleview Ave SE - Roanoke

Requisition Number:

R160309 Cath Lab Tech - CVT RN (Open)



How You’ll Help Transform Healthcare:

CVT RN opportunity in Cath Lab at Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital, a Magnet-designated, Level 1 Trauma Center in Roanoke, Virginia, $30,000 Sign on bonus and relocation allowance available. Call required with one hour response time. Specialized training offered to advance clinical ladder with RCIS certification with opportunity increase compensation package.

Why work here:

Team of experienced and highly skilled CVTs and CVT RNs 
Individualized orientation process
Self-Scheduling, with rotating call
On Call pay with potential qualifying quarterly bonus
Hard-working, Teamwork, Professional Staff
Opportunities for clinical ladder or RCIS certifications support



Who are we:

The Cath lab is an ACC-accredited Chest Pain center and ACE-accredited PCI Center. As a 24/7 STEMI program. At CRMH we have 5 Cardiac Catheterization Labs. The Cath Lab offers state of the art procedures such as TAVRs, Mitral Clips, Watchman/Amulet, PFO cloLabs. as well as being a high-volume PCI center.

As part of CVI, the Cath Lab will be relocating to the new Crystal Spring Tower by 2025. The Crystal Spring Tower is a 400,000-square-foot expansion to Roanoke Memorial Hospital – the future home of our Cardiovascular Institute and an expanded Emergency Department. 



What we do:

Some of the complex therapies/treatments performed include:

Cardiac and hemodynamic monitoring (SWAN pulmonary artery pressure monitoring, continuous trans venous pacing (TVP)
Equipment includes: Intra-aortic balloon pump (IABP), IMPELLA ventricular assist device, Shockwave, Rotablator and CSI
Procedures: Diagnostic, Interventional and Complex/High Risk PCI, Structural (TAVR, TMVR, PFO/ASD, Paravalvular Leak, LAA Closure), Cardiomems, LVAD/ Advanced Heart Failure, Diagnostic and Interventional Peripheral Procedures
Structural Research Clinical Trails: BASELINE Trail, ENCIRCLE trial, Cerclage EFS, CLASP II Tricuspid Regurgitation trail, PARADIGM trail, ASAP II trail, CONFORM Pivotal Trail
Coronary Artery Disease Clinical Trails: ARTISAN Study, SAFE STEMI Study, Protect IV Trail, WARRIOR Trail



#crystalspringtower  #cvi


The CVT I- RN assists physician with direct patient care during catheterization or interventional procedures in the scrub, circulator, and monitor positions. Delivers quality service through a team-oriented, collaborative approach to care for adult and geriatric patients.



The CVT I- RN assists physician with direct patient care during catheterization or interventional procedures in the scrub, circulator, and monitor positions. Delivers quality service through a team-oriented, collaborative approach to care for adult and geriatric patients.
 

• Provides direct assistance to physicians and patient to achieve optimum outcomes.  Prepares patient and technically advanced equipment for advanced invasive procedures.  Scrubs and assists physician during procedures. Advises and plans with physicians on procedural strategies and supplies.  Assists in emergent conditions.
• Assures patient, physician, and team needs are met during procedure. Serves as patient advocate, advising on sedation and pain medication for patient comfort.  Obtains and sets up procedural supplies and equipment.  Operates digital x-ray equipment and administers medications under the supervision and guidance of a licensed physician. Uses advanced critical thinking skills to manage emergency situations.
• Monitors and interprets EKG and hemodynamics during procedures. Inputs data from patient history, labs, and current case proceedings including equipment/supplies and documentation for ACC, conscious sedation, pain management, and medication administration. Performs basic data manipulation to obtain value areas, shunt calculation, and cardiac outputs. 
• Participates as part of procedure team to provide specific patient care functions such as transport, sheath removal, closure site care, etc. Participates in providing and assuring informed consent and patient education.
• Contributes to Carilion Clinic's scorecard, performance improvement activities, and mission.  Actively participates in obtaining desired service line outcome.
• Provides Procedural Sedation according to the guidelines set forth in the Carilion Clinic “Procedural Sedation/Analgesia, Care of Patients Receiving” policy for patients greater than 12 years of age.  Maintains appropriate credential to monitor patients receiving sedation/analgesia.

Interacts with unit staff, physicians, management, customers, and ancillary departments.  Maintains patient, staff and customer confidentiality. Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of life span growth and development.  Observes and documents data reflective of the patients' status, interprets the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his or her age and specific needs, and provides the care needed as described in departmental policies and procedures.

Exposure may include radiation, infectious diseases, biohazards, and hazardous material, including regulated medical waste.  Physical requirements include lifting, bending, pushing, pulling, reaching, walking, prolonged periods of standing, wearing a 15-lb. lead apron during procedures.  Must be able to maintain continual insertion site pressure for a minimum of 30 minutes for hemostatic seal. Flexibility in work schedule required.  Must respond/arrive within 30 minutes to Cath Lab when on call.  Job can be stressful and fast paced.  May be asked to provide care at other Carilion facilities to meet patient needs, requiring employee to provide own transportation





What We Require:





Compensation Range:

$36.87 - $55.31

Employee pay is based on a variety of factors, including qualifications, credentials, education, and prior work experience. The compensation range does not include benefits or pension plan.





Recruiter:

MELISSA FERGUSON

Recruiter Email:

[email protected]

For more information, contact the HR Service Center at 1-800-599-2537.

Carilion Clinic is an Equal Opportunity Employer: We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color,  religion, sex, national origin, age (40 or older), disability, genetic information, or veterans status. Carilion is a Drug-Free Workplace. For more information or for individuals with disabilities needing special assistance with our online application process contact Carilion HR Service Center at 800-599-2537, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday.

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Benefits, Pay and Well-being at Carilion Clinic

Carilion understands the importance of prioritizing your well-being to help you develop and thrive.  That’s why we offer a well-rounded benefits package, and many perks and well-being resources to help you live a happy, healthy life – at work and when you’re away.

When you make your tomorrow with us, we’ll enhance your potential to realize the best in yourself. Below are benefits available to you when you join Carilion:

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, & Vision Benefits
• Employer Funded Pension Plan, vested after five years (Voluntary 403B)
• Paid Time Off (accrued from day one)
• Onsite fitness studios and discounts to our Carilion Wellness centers
• Access to our health and wellness app, Personify Health
• Discounts on childcare
• Continued education and training