Cardiovascular Lab Team Lead (Hiring Immediately)

Houston Methodist Cypress Hospital
Cypress, TX, US
Full-time

The Lead Cath Lab CV Technologist functions as the lead person for

interventional cardiovascular, generally for an assigned shift and in this

capacity performs lead job duties andor regularly leads projects or performs

specialized responsibilities as a regular part of normal job responsibilities.

Also functions at a CV Technologist II level. Serves as the liaison between

management, staff and physicians for routine matters as the primary point of

contact for resolving questions and issues for Technologist I and II jobs as

well as support staff, resulting in the delivery of exceptional patient care

and adherence to standards of practice for optimal patient safety, quality

outcomes, and customer service. Duties may be varied and may include many of

the following : organize work schedules, make work assignments, review and edit

time cards for accuracy, conduct quality assurance audits of staff

performance, develop and implement quality improvement activities, train and

mentor staff, provide feedback on staff performance and developmental needs,

participate in the development of skills and performance of staff, lead and

regularly perform special projects, collectanalyzereport on data, prepare

reports on performance and metrics, and other responsibilities of a similar

nature and level.

As an experienced and fully competent CV Technologist, completes a variety of

routine and highly specialized interventional and therapeutic cardiac or

electrophysiology procedures including but not limited to peripheral and

coronary angioplasty, stents, rotablators, artherectomy, laser, and coronary

ultrasound; electrophysiology procedures including ablations and device

implantation. Exercises independent judgment and execution of above average

clinical skills on challenging procedures and patient care situations. This

job requires availability to be on call.

PEOPLE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Promotes a positive work environment and leads the team to be dynamic and a focused work unit that actively helps one another to achieve optimal department results.

Collaborates with all members of the patient care team by actively communicating and reporting pertinent patient care information and data in a comprehensive manner.

Role models to team members effective communication skills, assisting in their development of such skills.

Orients, guides and mentors team members consisting of CV Technologist I & IIs, students and support staff, to help build confidence and competency in skills, knowledge and abilities.

Effectively implements protocols and objectives with team members to result in optimization of staff performance, teamwork, patient safety, and customer service.

SERVICE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Performs interventional and therapeutic cardiac or electrophysiology procedures including but not limited to peripheral and coronary angioplasty, stents, rotablators, artherectomy, laser, and coronary ultrasound;

electrophysiology procedures including ablations and device implantation. Works independently exercising sound judgment and executing above average clinical skills on challenging procedures and patient care situations.

Provides care for the physical needs of patients by executing various Cath Lab concepts to maximize performance. This includes : positioning, physiology, procedure preparation, and technical factors.

Modifies technical factors to achieve desired imaging results and recognizes complications limitations associated with certain procedures.

Proactively addresses for optimum outcomes.

Serves as liaison between team members, management and physicians, resolving routine matters for the shiftmodality. Monitors and adjusts activities to ensure optimum patient throughput and patient experience.

Assists physicians during procedures.

QUALITYSAFETY ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Follows radiation safety standards and conducts all imaging procedures accordingly. Properly utilizes patient radiation protection and immobilization during diagnostic procedures.

Maintains proper sterile techniques for procedures, regularly practices aseptic techniques, and ensures compliance with infection control procedures.

Complies with job, departmental and hospital safety standards, practices and policies.

Identifies opportunities for corrective action and process improvement providing recommendations, and contributes to meeting departmental and hospital targets for quality and safety.

Reports near misses and inputs errors promptly into PSN to improve processes and identify trends. Provides feedback to management on team member performance and conduct.

  • Conducts quality audits on equipment, processes, outcomes and team member performance. Documents, develops and evaluates processes and procedures.
  • Assists with implementation and education of departmental based safety initiatives, standards of practice and protocols.

Develops skills of team members and continually assists with improving skills, performance and outcomes.

FINANCE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

  • Provides accurate and complete documentation of patient procedures. Enters charges at the time service is delivered.
  • Uses resources efficiently; does not waste supplies. Self-motivated to independently manage time effectively and prioritize daily tasks and provides leadership to team members on effective and efficient utilization of time.

Accurately reviews and edits team members time cards for management approval.

GROWTHINNOVATION ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

  • Participates in departmental projects and shared governance activities.
  • Seeks opportunities to expand learning beyond baseline competencies with a focus on continual development as a Cath Lab Rad Tech.
  • Fosters a positive and constructive teaching environment by engaging students and co-workers (Cath Lab Rad Tech Is, IIs, RNs and support staff) in learning opportunities that are valuable and in alignment with business objectives.

This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive; the employee will

also perform other reasonably related businessjob duties as assigned. Houston

Methodist reserves the right to revise job duties and responsibilities as the

need arises.

EDUCATION

  • Graduate of education program approved by the credentialing body for the required credential(s) indicated below; if required credentialregistry acquired after September 1, 2013, Associates degree required
  • Completion of Invasive Cardiovascular Technology program recognized by Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Program (CAAHEP) highly preferred

WORK EXPERIENCE

At least 3 years experience as a Cardiovascular Technologist. Prior experience in a lead or supervisory role, or HM experience and performance that demonstrates leadership abilities

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS - REQUIRED

  • RCIS - Registered Cardiovasculoar Invasive Specialist (CCI) OR
  • RCES - Registered Cardiac Electrophysiology Specialist (CCI) AND
  • BLS - Basic Life Support (AHA) AND
  • ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support (AHA)

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

  • Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job, determined through on-going skills and competency assessments
  • Ability to work independently; capable of handling challenging difficult diagnostic procedures and patient care situations.

Demonstrates sound judgment and executes above average clinical skills

  • Possesses basic computer knowledge; operates multiple computer systems to include, Hospital Radiology Information Systems and Office software to maintain patient and exam documents
  • Exhibits strong interpersonal, teamwork and leadership skills with all levels of the healthcare team and assures delivery of excellent customer service to all patients, visitors, physicians and co-workers
  • Adapts to multiple ongoing priorities with minimal supervision including, organizing work flow and actively participating in problem-solving
  • Sufficient proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing the English language necessary to perform the essential functions of this job, especially with regard to activities impacting patient or employee safety or security
  • Ability to effectively communicate with patients, physicians, family members and co-workers in a manner consistent with a customer service focus and application of positive language principles

SUPPLEMENTAL REQUIREMENTS

WORK ATTIRE

  • Uniform
  • Scrubs
  • Business professional
  • Other (department approved)

ON-CALL

Note that employees may be required to be on-call during emergencies (ie.

DIsaster, Severe Weather Events, etc) regardless of selection below.

On Call* Yes

TRAVEL

Travel specifications may vary by department

  • May require travel within the Houston Metropolitan area
  • May require travel outside Houston Metropolitan area

Company Profile :

Houston Methodist Cypress Hospital, scheduled to open in the first quarter of

2025, will be Houston Methodists ninth hospital and will incorporate the most

advanced technology available from the day the doors open. With 100 beds (at

our opening; licensed for 276) and a prime location in the heart of the

rapidly growing U.S. 290 corridor, the hospital will be equipped with

technologically advanced innovations implemented during COVID, many of them

designed to make patient communication with physicians, staff and families the

very best and most effective in any health care facility. Even though the

hospital wont be fully operational until 2025, we have several services and

specialties opening in 2024.

Houston Methodist is an equal opportunity employer inclusive of women,

minorities, disabled persons and veterans.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Houston Methodist is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Equal employment opportunity is a sound and just concept to which Hou

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