Job Title: Clinical Technologist, Cardiovascular Suite
Setting: Private Acute
Working Hours: Office Hours
Location: Central
About our Client:
The hospital is a modern healthcare facility offering a comprehensive range of medical services. Known for its advanced medical technologies and experienced healthcare professionals, it provides high-quality care across various specialties, including surgery, cardiology, oncology, and diagnostics. The hospital prioritizes patient comfort and convenience while ensuring high standards of treatment. With state-of-the-art facilities, it aims to deliver efficient and effective healthcare in a welcoming environment. Additionally, the institution is dedicated to continuous medical research and innovation, staying at the forefront of advancements in the healthcare field.
Job Description:
Provide invasive diagnostic services and monitoring Interventional Cardiovascular procedures for patients according to set protocols and standards.
Key Responsibilities:
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1. Clinical Governance
- Plan and manage the care of individual patient during invasive procedure in a safe and competent manner.
- Assist in the implementation of standards and procedures.
- Maintain current trends in practice and management through formal education and self-development.
- Demonstrate competency in specialized skills.
- Ensure customer satisfaction and follow through quality and services issues.
- Provide information and education to patient and relatives on the pre and post services and procedures.
- Understand the radiology safety policy and comply with it to ensure safety of patients and other personnel at all times.
- Assist in identifying and preparing the instruments or equipment required by doctors in the performance of procedures.
- Ensure the safety of patients in applying principles and knowledge of contrast media, taking into consideration the contra-indications and history of patient.
- Monitor and evaluate patient’s response and condition during procedures.
- Escalate the pertinent information to physician if patient’s condition requires.
- Ensure safe handling and familiarization of all medical equipment to avoid incorrect usage.
- Bring to the attention of the seniors, who will determine the nature of the fault, when equipment breaks down or is not working optimally.
- Respond and handle emergency situations in an efficient and calm manner.
- Apply infection control practices and standards.
- Be familiar with Meditech system and ensure compliance in documentation via the appropriate angiography system.
- Work closely with nurses and allied health professionals and support staff to ensure patient care is met.
- Perform other assignments as and when required by the Nurse Clinician/ Manager.
- Participate in departmental/hospital projects relating to quality improvement and others to ensure improvement in work processes and quality of work.
2. Finance Management
- Assist in the inventory checks, control and replenishment of consumables and other supplies within the department.
- Ensure correct billing of consumables used and procedures done for patients.
Requirements
- Candidates with nursing background are preferred.
- Certificate or Diploma in Medical Technology (Cardiac Technology).
- At least 2 years of clinical experience preferably in diagnostic and interventional cardiac procedures (Cath Lab).
- Open to nurses who are keen to be Clinical Technologist.
- Knowledge of hospital policies, work instructions and current trends in Cardiovascular practice.
- Possess certification of at least BCLS with or without AED.
- Possess sufficient theoretical knowledge and competent to perform diagnostic and interventional services.
- Prossess good interpersonal and communication skills.
- Computer literate.
USPs
- Fast-track career progression
- Patient-Centered Approach
- Professional Development opportunities
- Comprehensive benefits
Ideal Candidate:
An ideal candidate would be someone who combines technical proficiency in cardiovascular technology with a compassionate, patient-focused approach. They should also demonstrate the ability to work effectively within a team, ensuring high standards of patient care and safety in the cardiovascular suite.