Cardiovascular Technician

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Under direct supervision of the physician, prepares patients, assembles and operates hemodynamic and operates hemodynamic and electrophysiological equipment during interventional and diagnostic procedures.

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Assists physicians in performing invasive procedures.

Performs related radiographic/fluoroscopic imaging techniques to demonstrate catheter location, position and document findings.

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Maintains adequate inventory of stocks, supplies and clean work environment.

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Works collaboratively with the Cath Lab team to promote wellness and optimize patient outcomes and quality care.

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Participating in staff meetings, in-service, continuing education & quality improvement projects.

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Setups and prepares the lab and necessary equipment & supplies for left and right heart catheterizations, diagnostic coronary & peripheral angiography, coronary & peripheral interventions, balloon valvuloplasty, EPS, ablations, pacemaker implantations, drug studies and other special procedures.

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Preparing patients for procedures by explaining the process and ensuring they are comfortable.

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Observing patients for any adverse reactions during or after procedures.

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Ensuring strict compliance with safety procedures and regulations in the use of cardiovascular diagnostic Equipment.

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Maintains and operates cardiovascular diagnostic equipment.

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Stays updated on the latest cardiovascular diagnostic technology and treatment methods.

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Keeps tracking of patient data, interpret test results and report findings to physicians.

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Assisting the Head of Department in preparation of annual equipment plan, budget & procurement.

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Directing supply activities relative to ordering, receiving, rejecting, verifying, updating items used by unit to check the adequacy of laboratory supplies & purchasing.

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Tests all equipment used for procedures.

Ensures accurate calibration, functioning or image quality & quality assurance.

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Operates fluoroscopic, cineangiography, contrast injection equipment on patient table.

In addition, operates intra-aortic balloon pump, Cardiac Output Computer, pulse generators or any other necessary equipment under the direction of the physician.

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Performs CPR when necessary, under the direction of physician.

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Maintains data and images records in both computer and hard copy forms, CD archiving, hard copy EPS readouts for reviewing and records & generates reports.

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Assists in the storage and retrieval of ala data and assists the physicians in research studies and testing of new equipment and products.

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Assists other staff members in the transport of patients and inventory management as required.

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Reviews equipment maintenance contracts for appropriateness and schedule of maintenance checks.

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Trouble shoots and repairs minor equipment problems.

Performs periodical function tests and quality control checks of the equipment.

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Implements appropriate policies and procedures to achieve the Hospital's goals and objectives in pursuit of Standards of Care, Quality/ Performance Improvement.

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Educates patients and their families about health conditions, treatments and preventative measures if applicable.

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Performs any other duties within the scope of the job.

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Performing all duties and tasks in a manner that supports Fakeeh s Person-Centered care values.

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Actively contributing to continuous improvement initiatives, within the scope of the role.

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Adherence to safety protocols and proactively seeking to address any job-related safety concerns.

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Maintaining strict confidentiality of all sensitive information accessed or encountered during work.

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Complying with cybersecurity policies and standards to protect Fakeeh s systems and participating in awareness training and initiatives to prevent cyber threats.

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Adhering to and upholding Fakeeh Care s code of conduct, policies and ethical standards.

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Completion of mandatory education as per the requirement, at least one month prior to expiration.