Invasive Specialist; Tech - Cardiac Cath Lab - Wiregrass Ranch Hospital, Wesley Chapel, Florida

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FMCOH Wiregrass Ranch Hospital

Wesley Chapel, Florida

Invasive Specialist (Tech) I

Cath Lab

Elevating Healthcare in Wesley Chapel and West Florida, Florida Medical Clinic Orlando Health Wiregrass Ranch Hospital is poised to revolutionize healthcare in Wesley Chapel and the broader West Florida region. This five‑story, state‑of‑the‑art multi‑specialty hospital spans 380,000 square feet, purpose‑built to serve one of Florida’s fastest‑growing communities with exceptional, outcomes‑focused care.

• Opening with 102 beds, expandable to 300 beds at full build‑out
• 9 advanced operating rooms, including a hybrid OR with real‑time imaging capabilities
• Comprehensive services in cardiology, neurology, oncology, surgery, and more

Performs diagnostic imaging and related procedures to demonstrate anatomy for interpretation and/or intervention for cardiovascular procedures.

• Works under the supervision of a preceptor and/or charge person during orientation period.
• Delivers appropriate care while recognizing patient conditions and ensuring successful completion of procedures and protocols.
• Assesses the patient’s physical condition and age‑specific needs.
• Ensures that patient education of procedures performed, needs, safety, and comfort are met while in their care.
• Acquires patient’s clinical history and assures that the information is accurately documented. Verifies files and records for completeness and accuracy of the patient involved in studies. Archives and amends demographic information to appropriate storage media.
• Positions patient, equipment, associated devices, and manipulates technical factors to achieve high‑quality images for interpretation.
• Assesses processed image media for technical quality, and patient identification, ensuring that all relative anatomy is demonstrated.
• Applies principles of radiation protection to minimize exposure to patient, self, and others.
• Provides physiological and hemodynamic monitoring during diagnostic and interventional procedures.
• Supports the Physician as a scrub assistant for cardiovascular procedures.
• Demonstrates knowledge of aseptic technique.
• Appraises and evaluates actual and potential hemostasis of a vessel post‑procedure.
• Locates uses and troubleshoots complex technical equipment/instruments. Acts as a resource for its operation and training.
• Maintains use of customer‑service skills in communication with all staff, visitors, and co‑workers.
• Maintains adequate inventory levels of supplies, equipment, resources, tools, and forms.
• Ensures case turnover time to be within established department standards by maintaining proper workflow and prioritizing patient care.
• Maintains high standards of patient care, documentation, and professionalism.
• Maintains reasonably regular, punctual attendance consistent with Orlando Health policies, the ADA, FMLA, and other federal, state, and local standards.
• Maintains compliance with all Orlando Health policies and procedures.

• CVT—RCIS or RCES. High school diploma or GED.
• RRT or CRT Associate degree from an accredited respiratory therapy education program.
• R.T.(R). Completion of an accredited radiography program.
• Paramedic—NREMT‑P. Completion of an accredited paramedic education program.

• Maintain current BLS and ACLS certification. PALS may be required depending on unit specific needs.
• Must possess and maintain one of the following:
  • Cardiovascular Technologist (CVT)—Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist (RCIS) certification OR Registered Cardiovascular Electrophysiology Specialist (RCES) certification.
  • Newly hired CVT graduates must take and pass the RCIS or RCES certification within 6 months of employment within Orlando Health. Failure to pass the RCIS certification will result in removal from the Invasive Specialist Tech position.
  • Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)—Registered by the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC). Licensed for the state where employed.
  • Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT)—Certified by the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC). Licensed for the state where employed.
  • Registered Radiologic Technologist (R.T.(R))—Certified by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT). Licensed for the state where employed.
  • Paramedic—National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians‑Paramedic (NREMT‑P) certification and obtain RCIS within 18 months of being hired. Failure to pass RCIS will result in removal from the Invasive Specialist Tech I Position.

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