Cardiovascular Technologist, Cath Lab
About The Position
The Cardiovascular Technologist (CVT) provides technical analysis and support during diagnostic cardiology or other procedures performed within the cardiac Cath Lab when necessary. The CVT prepares documentation of technical information in a professional and timely manner. The CVT works closely with the Cardiologist, Registered Nurses and Radiology staff to provide quality patient care and ensure smooth and efficient workflow through the department. He/she must be able to perform duties quickly, accurately and with knowledge of priority. A high level of stress is associated with this position, and the incumbent must be able to function under pressure. The CVT is also responsible for assisting with gathering statistical data and performance improvement information. The CVT works with a variety of medical instrumentation and equipment and must maintain competent technical skills in the Cath Lab. He/she understands and complies with the policies and procedures of Alta Bates Summit Hospital. The CVT must be able to be trained to perform "scrub" duties required for all procedures performed within the lab.
Requirements
- 6 months to 2 years of experience in an acute care facility.
- Experience in cardiac cath lab (scrub, circulator, monitoring) roles and/or EP lab experience preferred.
- High School Diploma or General Education Diploma (GED).
- Completion of a cardiology technical program preferred.
- Associates in health sciences preferred.
- BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider.
- ACLS-Advanced Cardiac Life Support.
- RCIS-Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist within 1 year preferred OR RCES-Electrophysiology Specialist within 1 year preferred.
- RCIS-Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist within 18 months (Department Required Certification & Licensure).
Nice To Haves
- Cardiac cath lab (scrub, circulator, monitoring) roles and/or EP lab experience.
- Completion of a cardiology technical program.
- Associates in health sciences.
- RCIS-Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist within 1 year.
- RCES-Electrophysiology Specialist within 1 year.
Responsibilities
- Provides technical analysis and support during diagnostic cardiology or other procedures performed within the cardiac Cath Lab.
- Prepares documentation of technical information in a professional and timely manner.
- Works closely with the Cardiologist, Registered Nurses and Radiology staff to provide quality patient care and ensure smooth and efficient workflow through the department.
- Performs duties quickly, accurately and with knowledge of priority.
- Functions under pressure in a high-stress environment.
- Assists with gathering statistical data and performance improvement information.
- Maintains competent technical skills in the Cath Lab.
- Understands and complies with the policies and procedures of Alta Bates Summit Hospital.
- Is trained to perform "scrub" duties required for all procedures performed within the lab.
Benefits
- Eligible for up to $10,000 sign-on bonus (for external candidates in accordance with Sutter Health policy).
- Comprehensive benefits package.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
