Cardiovascular Tech
About The Position
Virginia Mason Franciscan Health is seeking a Cardiovascular Technologist to support cardiac care in its Cath Lab. Under physician guidance, the technologist performs specialized interventional diagnostic and therapeutic examinations of the heart and blood vessels. The role involves preparing patients and procedure rooms, operating radiologic equipment, and contributing data for interpretation. The technologist is responsible for safe and efficient equipment operation and for following current standards and department protocols. The position calls for advanced technical proficiency in cardiovascular imaging, close attention to detail, a commitment to patient safety, and ongoing learning in a collaborative Cath Lab team.
Requirements
- Graduate from an accredited school of Radiological Technology and have one year of recent related work experience, which may be obtained through practical education or training; or graduate from an accredited school of Cardiovascular Technology and have one year of work experience at the core level of the job; equivalent combinations of education and experience demonstrating ability to perform the duties may also qualify.
- Basic Life Support CPR certification, upon hire.
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support certification, upon hire.
- Hold a Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist credential or Registered Cardiac Sonographer CCI credential, upon hire.
- Hold Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist Certification: WA, Medical Radiographer: WA, or Registered Technologist Radiography ARRT, upon hire.
Responsibilities
- Prepare equipment and the room to capture appropriate images according to physician direction and department protocols.
- Review procedure orders to determine required materials and supplies.
- Inspect equipment according to established procedures to confirm that equipment and instruments are in proper working condition.
- Set up and stock the procedure room and procedure trays with required supplies and equipment before procedures.
- Clean the procedure room and equipment or machinery after procedures according to established procedures to facilitate room turnover.
- Enter data into imaging modality systems.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
Associate degree
