Job Summary The Cardiovascular Technologist will assist physicians with all invasive cardiac, peripheral diagnostic and therapeutic procedures including temporary and permanent pacemaker placement. In addition, the Cardiovascular Technologist will assist with circulatory support devices as indicated (e.g., IABP and Impella). Job Responsibilities Prepares and organizes specific equipment and sterile tray for each procedure. Assists procedure room team with the positioning and preparation of patient monitoring. Calibrates and tests transducers for accurate pressure readings. Assists physicians throughout diagnostic, and/or all interventional procedures. Loads and operates power injector and associated sterile support equipment. Maneuvers the table controls for physicians, as requested. Radiology Technologist (RT) only maneuvers fluoroscopy as requested. Calibrates hemodynamic monitoring equipment and obtains, calculates, and analyzes all hemodynamic data assembled during the procedure, including computerized ventriculography data and valve area. Calculates and records cardiac output and oximetry readings. Utilizes and maintains the required standards for the operation of digital cine technologies including protocols for storage and retrieval of patient's images and hemodynamic records. Assists with vascular access, sheath removal and hemostatic closure devices while maintaining hemostasis at the access site. Assists in management of inventory control, maintenance of PAR levels and preparation of required equipment for each procedure. Adheres to practice requirements related to Clinical Cardiovascular Information Systems (CVIS).
Operates equipment safely:
Prepares and cares for equipment, returns supplies as necessary. Participates in the catheterization lab on call responsibilities as per the organizational policy and procedure. Application of radial access banding while maintaining hemostasis at the access site. Recognizes and interprets all cardiac arrhythmias. Assists with maintenance, calibration and routine periodic evaluation of all diagnostic and technical equipment. Schedule 11AM•7:30PM or 9AM•7:30PM. 5x8hr or 4x10s. Weekends as needed. Holidays as needed.
ON CALL REQUIRED.
Experience Cath lab/Ep required Skills Knowledge of electrophysiology intra procedure mapping, ablation, implant devices, required sterile scrub technique
Education Requirement Required Education:
Graduate of an accredited Cardiovascular Technologist program. OR Graduate of a Radiologic Technologist program. OR Associates degree in Applied Science (AAS). Required Certifications & Licensure AHA BLS. Advanced Cardiac Life Support certification within 3 months of employment. Within 1 year of hire must have successfully passed RCIS exam given by CCI or Radiologic Technologist License.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Proficient computer skills that may include but are not limited to Microsoft Office and/or Google Suite platform. Certifications & Licenses ACLS•AHA BLS•AHA RCIS (Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist) #
ESJ Pay:
$66.00•$71.00 per hour
Benefits:
401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Vision insurance