Cardiovascular Tech-Cath/EP lab

Carenest Health Services • Marietta, GA

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About The Position

The Cardiovascular Technologist I is a professional without Cath lab and/or interventional experience who trains to assist during diagnostic and therapeutic invasive cardiovascular procedures. The technologist trains to assist the physician during procedures and operate specialized equipment safely and efficiently. The role is responsible for maintaining sterile technique and assisting the Cath/EP Lab Manager or Director in maintaining a safe and efficient environment. The patient population primarily includes adults ages eighteen to sixty-five and geriatric patients over age sixty-five. Once appropriately oriented and checked off on clinical and operational competencies, the technologist may participate in the cath or EP call rotation.

The schedule is four 10-hour shifts per week, from 7:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Hours may extend longer when on call. On-call duties include nights and weekends, with a 30-minute response time. Holiday coverage is required.

Requirements

• ACLS, ARC-ALS, ACLS-I, or ACLS-P certification within 180 days.
• BLS, ARC-BLS, or BLS-I certification.
• At least one year of work experience in a medical setting with an associate degree or higher; or at least one year of specific medical-setting experience, such as LPN, RT, EMT, or paramedic, with a high school diploma.
• Availability for four 10-hour shifts per week, scheduled 7:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.; hours may extend when on call.
• Participation in on-call coverage for nights and weekends, with a 30-minute response time.
• Holiday availability is required.

Nice To Haves

• Three to four years of cath lab experience.

Responsibilities

• Train to assist physicians during diagnostic and therapeutic invasive cardiovascular procedures.
• Train to operate specialized equipment safely and efficiently.
• Maintain sterile technique during procedures.
• Assist the Cath/EP Lab Manager or Director in maintaining a safe and efficient environment.
• Participate in the cath or EP call rotation after completing orientation and demonstrating clinical and operational competencies.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED