Cardiothoracic Technologist - Per Diem

By growing in every aspect of patient experience and quality, Catholic Health is becoming the most preferred choice on Long Island. From the bedside to the exam room to training and safety and every human moment in between — we’re dedicated to providing better care for our communities. Every patient. Every moment. That’s what it means to be dedicated to better.

A member of Catholic Health, Good Samaritan University Hospital, is a non-profit 537- bed (including 100 nursing home beds) teaching hospital and a member of Catholic Health. With almost 900 physicians on staff, and a level II Trauma Center, we care for well over 100,000 patients annually across the south shore of Long Island. Our reputation for excellence is built on great choices and empowered leadership, and fosters a team that is focused on evidence based practice, continual learning and exceptional quality of care.

The Cardio Thoracic Technologist is responsible for moderately complex Point of Care Laboratory testing.

Responsibilities:

• Cardiovascular functions and tasks associated with the performance of routine duties as they relate to patients experiencing surgical and peri-surgical procedures.
• Assisting Anesthesiologist with patient monitoring, and invasive line insertions.
• Knowledge of the Intra-Aortic Balloon Pump to assist upon insertion, monitoring and maintenance. Familiar with sterile procedures and the OR environment
• Overseeing and Supervising Laboratory Technicians insuring the proper performance of laboratory procedures
• The Stocking of supplies for Cardio-Thoracic Anesthesia, CT Lab, and invasive line carts for CTICU.  Area of services provided by the CT Lab: OR, PACU, CTICU. 
• Participates in the “on call” schedule.

Requirements:

• Bachelor of Science Degree from an accredited college or university preferred
• NYS Clinical Laboratory Technologist required, ASCP preferred
• BLS required
• Basic computer skills
• Able to perform moderately complex testing
• 4 years of pertinent clinical laboratory experience preferred subsequent to qualifying of which at least two years have been spent working in a clinical laboratory, having a director at the doctoral level

This range serves as a good faith estimate and actual pay will encompass a number of factors, including a candidate’s qualifications, skills, competencies and experience. The salary range or rate listed does not include any bonuses/incentive, differential pay or other forms of compensation that may be applicable to this job and it does not include the value of benefits.

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

Salary : $72