Cardiovascular Technologist (CVT)
About The Position
Seeking Cardiovascular Technologists for our state-of the art Cardiac Catheterization Lab St. Francis Hospital is New York State's only specialty designated cardiac center and offers one of the leading cardiac care programs in the nation. St. Francis physicians performs one of the largest volumes of percutaneous coronary interventions. We are seeking Cardiovascular Technologists to join our Cath Lab team. The successful candidate will assist Interventional Cardiologists in the performance of diagnostic and percutaneous coronary interventions (PCI) with the primary responsibility of monitoring hemodynamics utilizing the Philips Xper Hemodynamic System and recording case details. The Cardiovascular technologist will be cross-trained to perform a scrub role to assist physicians during Cardiac Catheterization procedures. On call required.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or equivalent required
- Graduate of an accredited Radiological, Cardiovascular and/or Respiratory care program
- RCVT or equivalent preferred, registry eligible acceptable.
- BLS/AED/ACLS training required and accepted from the American Heart Association. No online programs from any organization will be accepted.
Responsibilities
- Setting up the patient for cardiac catheterization and monitoring the patient during the procedure
- Assisting the physician during the exam, and monitor positions
Benefits
- generous benefits packages
- generous tuition assistance
- a defined benefit pension plan
- a culture that supports professional and educational growth
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Industry
Hospitals
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
251-500 employees
