Cardiovascular Technician (CVT)

Lifepoint Health • Marquette, MI

7h • Onsite

About The Position

UP Health System Marquette is seeking a Cardiovascular Technician (CVT) for a PRN position with varied shifts. This role is part of the MAST union. As a Cardiovascular Technician, you will play a vital role in patient care by reviewing patient history, educating patients about procedures, monitoring vital signs, maintaining inventory, assisting cardiologists with procedures, and administering medications under physician supervision.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited program in Allied Health Sciences (e.g. Cardiovascular Technology, Radiologic Technology, Respiratory Therapy, Exercise Science, Paramedicine, Licensed Practical Nurse or equivalent academic program and experience.)
• Basic Life Support Health Care Provider (BLS-HCP)
• Licensure or Certification in degree field within 90 days of hire
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) (within 1 year hire/transfer)
• Non-Radiologic Technology and Licensed Practical Nursing requires Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist within 18 months of hire

Nice To Haves

• 1 year related experience

Responsibilities

• Reviews patient history and physician's orders.
• Educates patient regarding procedures, equipment and exam to ensure patient's understanding and cooperation.
• Enter new data as needed.
• Monitors heart rhythms, blood pressure, and oxygen levels.
• Reports any changes to the appropriate person.
• Maintains an adequate inventory of supplies and equipment.
• Assists cardiologist in performing diagnostic and interventional procedures.
• Administers medications to patients under the supervision of attending physicians.

Benefits

• Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees.
• Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
• Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
• Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
• Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree