Paramedic

Join the country’s leading Cardiac PET provider! Cardiac Imaging Inc. (CII) is looking for talented and ambitious professionals to join our dynamic team and improve patient outcomes across the nation.

Despite heart disease being the leading cause of death in the US, most physicians and patients do not have access to the leading technology in Cardiology. At CII, our mission is to create a more accessible healthcare system by enabling all physicians to treat their patients with the most advanced technology – all from the comfort of their own practice. Our innovative team drives this mission forward each and every day with our Mobile and Fixed Cardiac PET Solutions. As we continue to grow, we currently have a tremendous opportunity for a Paramedic who is up for the challenge

We are currently seeking a Full-Time Paramedic to assist our Nuclear Medicine Technologist on our Mobile Cardiac Imaging Program. The right candidate will have extensive experience with stress testing procedures, be enthusiastic and patient friendly.

Local travel is required for this position, including occasional overnight stays throughout the Central Region. All gas mileage will be reimbursed to the employee, and any hotel accommodations will be paid for by Cardiac Imaging, Inc.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Preparation of patient for stress testing procedure including patient interviews, obtaining medical history, obtaining patient consent and required signatures, and conducting patient teaching related to nuclear imaging procedure, including risks and complications.
• Assess patients’ blood pressure, pulse, respirations, lung sounds, and establish Peripheral Intravenous (IV) access.
• Set up and monitor patient through 12 lead EKG stress testing including application of 12 lead EKG monitor pads and application leads.
• Identify EKG rhythm and interpretation.
• Preparation of pharmacological stress agents, dose calculation and administration.
• Under the direct supervision of the site physician, application of ACLS algorithms if patients experience heart problems or cardiac arrest during procedure including administration of resuscitation pharmacological agents, oropharyngeal and nasopharyngeal airway placement and suctioning.
• Completion of daily paperwork at customer site to include obtaining physician signature(s), photocopying, and faxing.
• Must comply with established departmental policies and procedures, objectives, quality assurance program, safety and environmental standards.

Physical Demands: 

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job  

• Physical activity – talking, hearing, grasping, fingering, and repetitive motion. Must be able to move independently and comfortably on board mobile unit.  
• Medium work – Must be able to exert up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 30 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.    
• Visual Acuity – The worker is required to have close visual acuity to perform an activity such as: preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; extensive reading; visual inspection involving small parts, and/or operation of machines; using measurement devices. 

Requirements

Education and Experience:

• Associate’s Degree in Nuclear Medicine from an approved program
• Certification by the Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB) or certification by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) and state certification, as applicable; applicable certification is required and must be maintained
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is required and must be maintained
• Three (3) or more years of related experience
• Nuclear Cardiology experience preferred

Skills:

• Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint) and Practice Management Systems experience 
• Ability to work cooperatively with others in a professional manner and in a team-oriented environment 
• Ability to communicate verbally and in writing 
• Strong problem-solving skills 
• Approachable and confident bedside manner 
• Ability to learn company policies and adhere to them in the performance of all assigned duties and communicate any compliance deviations to management in a timely manner 
• Local travel is required for this position, including occasional overnight stays throughout the Central region.

Benefits

We believe taking care of our people is the right thing to do. Cardiac Imaging believes that its dedicated employees are its most valuable resource. Employees at Cardiac Imaging are provided with a professional and comfortable work environment, along with a generous benefit package.

• Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off
• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Healthcare Savings Account (HSA)
• Voluntary Short-Term Disability
• Long Term Disability
• Life Insurance/AD&D
• Voluntary Life Insurance/AD&D
• Voluntary Accident
• 401(k)
• Career Growth and opportunities for advancement

Cardiac Imaging is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We take affirmative action to ensure equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics.   Cardiac Imaging is a drug-free workplace, and uses E-Verify to confirm the identity and employment eligibility of all new hires.

Employer reserves the right to offer the selected candidate or applicant an hourly rate or salary at an appropriate level to be set and determined by the employer that is commensurate with the applicant’s qualifications, experience, education, sills, training, certifications, or seniority.