Cath Lab Manager at LCMC Health in New Orleans, LA

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The Manager of Invasive Lab works with medical staff/professionals in various departments such as cardiology, radiology, vascular surgery, trauma services and oversees the daily clinical operations of the invasive labs (Cath, EP, Device, Hybrid and Interventional Radiology). Ensures the highest level of quality care to patients.

This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this department. This is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities, and LCMC Health reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet organizational needs as necessary.

GENERAL DUTIES

• Coordinates and integrates services within the department/service line/entities with other departments/service lines/entities and with the system's primary functions.
  Maintains close coordination with all departments to ensure continuity and collaboration of services.
  Assists in developing policies and procedures specific to cardiovascular services and directs those to the appropriate committees for review and input.
  Collaborates with medical directors to promote physician engagement.
• Provides supervision and direction to team leaders in managing recommended staffing levels, staff assignments, performance evaluations, tests and competencies (as applicable), orientation, training and continuing education of staff.
• Evaluates quality of patient care by conducting patient rounds, patient interviews, direct staff observation and review of clinical documentation.
  Assists with ACC data collection process in the Cath Lab.
  Troubleshoots x-ray, monitoring, computer, digital and other associated equipment used to perform cardiac catheterizations, temporary pacemakers and associated procedures. Maintains and develops new protocols and procedures as new technology and equipment.
  Engages in process improvement activities within the service line.
• Assists department leader with collecting, completing and submitting quality and performance improvement data.
  Maintains departmental reports, records and collects statistical data for administrative and regulatory purposes.
  Develops budget(s) for the department/unit/entities and allocates funds within budget(s) to accomplish objectives. Monitors variance against budget(s).
  Develops, establishes and implements goals, objectives, policies and procedures for department/service line/entity operation.
• Establishes and maintains department/entity safety, environmental and/or infection control standards.
  Assesses and works to improve the department/service line/entity/system's performance. Maintains appropriate quality control/assessment programs (if applicable).
• Assists the inventory and supply chain staff in managing purchased and consignment products assuring system conformity and revenue capture.
• Assists the supervisor with daily staffing and ensuring the after-hours call rotation meets departmental needs and flexes to meet changes in census.

EXPERIENCE QUALIFICATIONS

• 3 years Invasive Cardiology or Interventional Radiology (UMC)

EDUCATION QUALIFICATIONS

• Required: Associates degree From an accredited institution or two-year certification program in accredited Radiologic Technology or equivalent (including training from United States Armed Forces).
• Preferred: Bachelor’s Degree

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS

• Certification Name: Basic Life Support Health Care Provider
  • Required
  • Issuer: American Heart Association
  • Licensure Speciality: Training Certification
  • Entity: UMC

• Certification Name: Advanced Cardiac Life Support
  • Required
  • Issuer: American Heart Association
  • Licensure Speciality: Training Certification
  • Entity: UMC

• Certification Name: Radiography Certification
  • Required
  • Issuer: American Registry of Radiologic Technologist
  • Licensure Speciality: Certification
  • Entity: UMC

• Certification Name: RN OR Radiology Technician
  • Required
  • Issuer: Louisiana State Board of Nursing/ Louisiana Board Radiologic Technology Board of Examiners
  • Licensure Speciality: Licensure
  • Entity: UMC

WORK SHIFT:

Days (United States of America)

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LCMC Health is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

The above job summary is intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by people assigned to this work. This is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities.  LCMC Health reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet organizational needs as necessary.

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