Cardio Vascular Technician

Cleveland Clinic

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Join Cleveland Clinic Weston Hospital’s team of caregivers that remain on the leading edge of technology and education, all while consistently providing patient-centered healthcare. As part of Cleveland Clinic’s Florida region, Weston Hospital is recognized as one of the top hospitals in the Miami-Fort Lauderdale and Florida regions. Here, you will receive endless support and appreciation while building a rewarding career with one of the most respected healthcare organizations in the world. As a Cardiovascular Technician, your responsibilities will include performing both non-invasive and invasive procedures, such as echocardiography, vascular ultrasound, cardiovascular catheterization, stent insertion, balloon angioplasty and implanting pacemakers. In this role, you will also ensure patients feel informed, relaxed and safe during each appointment. While making a difference in the lives of patients and their families, you will also have the opportunity to explore advanced positions and educational resources offered by Cleveland Clinic. This is a regular PRN position, with caregivers working varying days and on-call shifts based on unit needs between 7:00 a.m. -- 5:30 p.m., approximately 1–2 days per week.

Requirements

Cardiovascular Lab Technology Program Certificate or equivalent education deemed acceptable by RCIS and RCES credentialing body
Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Certifications through the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross

Nice To Haves

Certified or Registered Cardiovascular Technologist (RCVT)
Cardiology, Interventional radiology and/or Cath lab experience

Responsibilities

Provide guidelines for RCVT/RCIS roles and functions in the Cath Lab.
Assist nursing and medical caregivers in providing care to patients undergoing cardiac catheterization and electrophysiology procedures.
Perform scrubbing and monitoring duties during procedures.
Perform pre-procedure preparation, post-procedure care and patient disposition in collaboration with nursing and medical staff.
Perform basic EKG interpretation, single and 12-lead ST segments analysis for ischemia/injury patterns and recognition of arrhythmias.
Recognize and interpret EKG changes related to all electrophysiology procedures, such as mapping, ablating, and implanting of cardiac resynchronization devices.
Perform arterial and venous pressure monitoring, sampling and basic interpretation.
Perform three-dimensional mapping systems and the principles of cardiac resynchronization therapy.
Document procedures completely and accurately including medications and supplies.
Perform patient observation.
Assist team members in acute cardiac care, including resuscitation and related therapeutic effects.
Set up scrub procedures in both the Cath and EP lab.
Prepare all instruments/equipment for decontamination following universal precautions and take them to the sterilization department.
Restock procedure room when cases are completed for the day.
Always maintain patient, medical record, department and employee confidentiality.