Cardiovascular Aide CMC

Department: 36913 Advocate Christ Medical Center - Electrophysiology

Status:
Part time

Benefits Eligible:
Yes

Hours Per Week: 20

Schedule Details/Additional Information:
Part time FTE working in Cath lab and EP lab

Pay Range: $18.85 - $28.30

• Proper removal and documentation of femoral arterial and venous sheath from patients.
• Transportation of patients to procedure recovery area and nursing units.
• Maintenance of adequate levels of supplies.
• Transport of equipment for sterilization.
• Timely retrieval of supplies.
• Maintenance of patient film/CD library.
• Assist in patient data entry into WITT system pre-procedure.
• Work in close collaboration with Procedure/Recovery area for assistance in timely patient disposition.
• Promotes patient safety by reporting of issues through established channels and participating as requested in safety initiatives.

• Maintenance of CPR certification.
• Participate in departmental education programs, staff meetings and process improvement initiatives.

Education/Experience

Required:

High school education or equivalent. 6 months-1year of patient care experience is preferred.

• Basic computer skills.
• CPR certification (If incumbent does not have CPR certification, he/she must obtain it within 6 months of employment).

Physical Requirements and

Working Conditions:

Good organizational skills. The ability to work unsupervised. Ability to function in a high stress environment. Ability to lift and move heavy patients. Ability to stand for long periods of time. Must be able to work flexible hours and work on an on-call basis. This requirement supersedes any previous lifting requirement effective 04/20/2014. Ability to lift up to 35 pounds without assistance.

For patient lifts of over 35 pounds, or when patient is unable to assist with the lift, patient handling equipment is expected to be used, with at least one other associate, when available. Unique patient lifting/movement situations will be assessed on a case-by-case basis.

This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.

Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more – so you can live fully at and away from work, including:

• Compensation Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training
• Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job
• Incentive pay for select positions
• Opportunity for annual increases based on performance
• Benefits and more Paid Time Off programs
• Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
• Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
• Educational Assistance Program
  
  Note:
  
  Eligibility for programs listed above may depend on your FTE or status (e.g., full‑time, part‑time, per diem, temporary, etc.); please ask a Recruiter for more information during an interview.

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