CARDIOVASCULAR TECHNOLOGIST, INVASIVE
Posted on
Saturday, 25 December 2021, 21 Jumada Al Awal 1443
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Monday, 10 January 2022, 7 Jumada Al Thani 1443
Location
Riyadh
Department/Section
Cardiac Cath Lab Section
Summary
Observes, monitors and evaluates procedures and measurement techniques in own area of expertise, including analysis, result interpretation and validation for diagnosis of disease/injury. Works effectively with patient and patient’s family and maintains a cooperative relationship with interdepartmental personnel.
Essential Responsibilities and Duties
1. Observes and monitors catheterization procedures for normal / abnormal patterns. Uses knowledge to evaluate results observed and immediately informs the Cardiologist of any ECG or pressure changes.
2. Makes preliminary analysis and hemodynamic interpretation for the Cardiologist’s further study and diagnosis.
3. Records all findings and incorporates these into patient’s medical record/ system database.
4. Carries out all catheterization procedures under direction of Cardiologist. Assists with scrub duties and positions radiographic equipment correctly.
5. Analyses and assesses temporary and permanent pacemaker lead(s) and programs pacemaker devices.
6. Ensures that clinical equipment is safe and functional and performs routine equipment maintenance. Informs Senior Cardiovascular Technologist of safety hazards or need for repair/ maintenance.
7. Ensures adequate level of supplies and materials for uninterrupted patient care. Informs Senior Cardiovascular Technologist of reduction in supply inventory or supplies concern.
8. Assists in the training, education, and supervision of students, fellows and new staff members and the evaluation of their performance.
9. Assists with emergency resuscitation measures.
10. Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patient. Ensures patient safety and attends to their needs and comfort in the Cath Lab.
11. Assists with research projects, program development, data collection, and other projects. Participates in departmental quality control and quality improvement programs.
Education
Bachelor sor Associate Degree/Diploma in health sciences and completion of accreditedprogram in Cardiovascular Technology registration or other related disciplineis required.
Experience Required
*Grade 08:
Two (2) years of experience with Bachelor s or four (4) years with Associate Degree/Diploma including one (1) year experience in cardiac Cath lab is required.
* Grade 09:
- Four (4) years as Cardiovascular Technologist, Invasive at KFSH&RC;.
- Average of annual performance appraisal at least (3.5) for the last four (4) years.
- Fifty (50) hours of cumulative continued medical education [CME].
Other Requirements(Certificates)
*Current Registration from country of origin and Saudi Commission for Health Specialties (SCHS) is required.
* Certificate in Basic Cardiac Life Support(BCLS) is required.
* English proficiency is essential.
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