Patient Care Associate

Cath Lab Scrub Technician

St. Francis Hospital, The Heart Center® is New York State's only specialty designated cardiac center. A member of Catholic Health Services of Long Island, St. Francis is consistently recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a national leader for Cardiology & Heart Surgery, as well as for Gastroenterology & GI Surgery.  Additionally, U.S. News rates St. Francis as high performing in Geriatrics, Neurology & Neurosurgery, Orthopedics, and Pulmonology.  Nursing care at St. Francis is also nationally recognized, with multiple Magnet designations, as well as the AMSN PRISM Awards® and Beacon Awards.  St. Francis has regularly out-scored other hospitals on Long Island.

St. Francis Hospital is dedicated to providing a supportive environment, committed to the highest standards of patient care, where health care professionals can develop their expertise and strengthen their credentials.

Responsibilities

• Perform tasks which support the overall operation and efficiency of the Cath Lab Department. 
• Pre-procedure preparation of patients, intra-procedure care directly assisting the physician during Cath procedures under fluoroscopy and post-cath patient care. 
• Transport patients to and from the Cath Lab and performs post-catheterization hemostasis as needed. 
• Must be aware of, and responsive to, the physical, psychosocial, and spiritual needs of a diverse patient population.

Requirements

• HS/GED
• Direct patient care experience required
• Completion of St. Francis Hospital Patient Care Associate or Cardiac Catheterization Lab Training and scrub Program preferred. Completion of American Heart Association Basic Life Support Course required

At Catholic Health, we believe in a people-first approach. In addition to the estimated base pay provided, employees are eligible for generous benefits packages, generous tuition assistance, a defined benefit pension plan, and a culture that supports professional and educational growth.