Cath Lab Assistant

At St. Tammany Health System, delivering world-class healthcare close to home is our goal. That means we are committed to attracting and retaining the very best professionals for every position in our health system.

We believe the pristine beauty of St. Tammany Parish adds to our attractive compensation package. The health system is nestled in the heart of Covington on the north shore of Lake Pontchartrain. It is a peaceful, scenic, community-oriented area with an abundance of amenities to suit every taste.

WORK SHIFT: Monday - Friday: 7:30a - 4:00p

JOB SUMMARY:
Person will act as a support in the technical and clinical operations in the Cath Lab, CVO, and Cardiology.  Duties include, but not limited to: Transporting patients, stocking rooms, assisting with inventory control, cleaning room in between cases, cleaning equipment, housekeeping duties, clerical duties, and performing EKG’s.  This position requires a high amount of close patient contact throughout the day in order to provide needed assistance to the Cath Lab staff.
 
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

High school diploma or equivalent required. Must possess excellent customer service skills; must demonstrate self-direction in work projects; must have positive team building attitude; able to work flexible hours.

Current BLS certification through any International Liaison Committee on Resuscitation (ILCOR) provided courses such as but not limited to:  Ochsner Health System, American Heart Association, and American Red Cross.  The ILCOR course must include a manikin check off

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Must possess good physical health.  Some requirements include but are not limited to standing, sitting or walking for long periods of time.  Lifting up to 20 pounds is required.  Must be able to work with a moderate level of noise.
Physical Effort required:        
Constant (67%-100%) – lifting, carrying, pushing/pulling, reaching, handling/feeling, hearing, seeing
Frequently (34%-66%) – climbing (stairs, ladders, poles, etc.), balancing, stooping, crouching, talking
Occasionally (1%-33%) – crawling

EMPLOYMENT

Each St. Tammany Health System staff member is expected to conduct himself or herself according to our mission, vision and values. Please take time to review those expectations, which can be found by clicking here, before applying for employment. If you feel you are unable to demonstrate those characteristics, we respectfully request that you do not proceed with the application process.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

St. Tammany Health System is an Equal Opportunity Employer. St. Tammany Health System is committed to equal employment opportunity for all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability status, genetic information or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.