CARDIAC CATHETERIZATION AND ELECTROPHYSIOLOGY TECHNOLOGIST

Minimum Qualifications

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  Associate degree or higher from an accredited college, university, or foreign equivalent (Must provide official transcripts at time of interview) with One (1) years of experience in a Cardiac Catheterization or Angiography, i.e., Interventional Radiology is required

  
  

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Bachelor's degree from an accredited college, university, or foreign equivalent with prior experience in a Cardiac Catheterization or Angiography, i.e., Interventional Radiology (Must provide official transcripts at time of interview)

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  Accreditation in Medical Radiation Technology by the Illinois Emergency Management Agency (IEMA) is required. (Must provide proof at time of interview)

  
  
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  Valid Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is required. (Must provide proof at time of interview)

  
  
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  Accredited by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) in Radiography (R) is required. (Must provide proof at time of interview)

  
  
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  Experience and familiarity working with invasive cardiac laboratory equipment, which may include electrophysiology systems is required.

  
  

Preferred Qualifications

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  Bachelor's degree from an accredited college, university, or foreign equivalent is preferred (Must provide official transcripts at time of interview)

  
  
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  Two (2) years of experience in electrophysiology as a technologist in electrophysiology laboratory or in interrogating and programming implantable electrophysiology devices preferred.

  
  

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  Certified by ARRT credential in Cardiac Interventional Radiography (CI) preferred. (Must provide proof at time of interview)

  
  
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  Certified as a Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist (RCIS) by the Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI) preferred (Must provide proof at time of interview)

  
  
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  Valid Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification preferred (Must provide proof at time of interview)

  
  

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Other Characteristics

• Knowledge of cardiac anatomy and physiology, i.e., ability to recognize electrical events such as rhythms, sinus, premature ventricular, atrial contractions, nonspecific ST-T waves, PR and QRS intervals, ability to recognize valve area, shunts, chambers and arteries
• Knowledge of the principles and techniques of catheterization/angioplasty procedures
• Knowledge in calibration, operating cine controls, and physiological monitors
• Written and verbal communication skills
• Demonstrates sensitivity and respect in caring for patients and in dealing with clients of diverse backgrounds
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Analytical skills, problem solving skills
• Strong decision-making skills
• Ability to supervise, direct, and evaluate the work of technicians
• Ability to recognize/detect technical equipment malfunction
• Ability to work closely with others
• Flexibility and adaptability in performing work duties

Physical and Environmental Demands

This position is functioning within a healthcare environment. The incumbent is responsible for adherence to all hospital and department specific safety requirements. This includes but is not limited to the following policies and procedures: complying with Personal Protective Equipment requirements, hand washing and sanitizing practices, complying with department specific engineering and work practice controls and any other work area safety precautions as specified by hospital wide policy and departmental procedures.

VETERAN PREFERENCE

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When applying for employment with the Cook County Health & Hospitals System, preference is given to honorably discharged Veterans who have served in the Armed Forces of the United States for not less than 6 months of continuous service.

To take advantage of this preference a Veteran must:

• Meet the minimum qualifications for the position.

• Identify self as a Veteran on the employment application by answering yes to the question by answering yes to the question, "Are you a Military Veteran?"

• Attach a copy of their DD 214, DD 215 or NGB 22 (Notice of Separation at time of application filing. Please note: If you have multiple DD214s, 215s, or NGB 22S, please submit the one with the latest date. Coast Guard must submit a certified copy of the military separation from either the Department of Transportation (Before 9/11) or the Department of Homeland Security (After 9/11). Discharge papers must list and Honorable Discharge Status. Discharge papers not listing an Honorable Discharge Status are not acceptable.

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If items are not attached, you will not be eligible for Veteran Preference

VETERANS MUST PROVIDE ORIGINAL APPLICABLE DISCHARGE PAPERS OR APPLICABLE STATE ID CARD OR DRIVER'S LICENSE AT TIME OF INTERVIEW.

BENEFITS PACKAGE

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• Basic Term Life Insurance
• Pension Plan and Deferred Compensation Program
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Holidays, Vacation, and Sick Time
• 100% Tuition Reimbursement for nursing-related programs
• You may also qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF)

For further information on our excellent benefits package, please click on the following link: http://www.cookcountyrisk.com/

MUST MEET ALL REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS AT TIME OF APPLICATION FILING.

Degrees awarded outside of the United States with the exception of those awarded in one of the United States' territories and Canada must be credentialed by an approved U.S. credential evaluation service belonging to the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) or the Association of International Credential Evaluators (AICE). Original credentialing documents must be presented at time of interview.

*Please note all offers of Employment are contingent upon the following conditions: satisfactory professional & employment references, healthcare and criminal background checks, appropriate licensure/certifications and the successful completion of a physical and pre-employment drug screen.

*CCHHS is strictly prohibited from conditioning, basing or knowingly prejudicing or affecting any term or aspect of County employment or hiring upon or because of any political reason or factor.

COOK COUNTY GOVERNMENT HEALTH AND HOSPITALS SYSTEM IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.