Cardiovascular Technologist I

Saint Francis Health System

13d•Onsite

About The Position

The Cardiovascular Technologist I provides advanced procedural support to physicians, including hemodynamic and electrophysiological monitoring and radiologic support; maintains a well-stocked and clean work environment.

Requirements

Completion of an accredited Radiologic Technology Program or documentation of Cardiovascular Credentialing International Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist (RCIS) credentials
Registration from the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT - R) and/or Registration from the Cardiovascular Credentialing International (RCIS - Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist)
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Certification required
Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) Certification required within one year of employment in job
Effective interpersonal, written and oral communication skills
Ability to integrate the analysis of data to discover facts or develop knowledge, concepts or interpretations
Ability to organize and prioritize work in an effective and efficient manner
Ability to be detail oriented as required in the examination of clinical and numerical data

Nice To Haves

Minimum 1 year of cardiac catheterization laboratory experience, preferred

Responsibilities

Assists in transporting patients to and from the department
Performs appropriate patient care in a sterile environment under the guidance of the physician and RN
Cross-trained to perform in two of the following: hemodynamic monitoring, electrophysiological monitoring, radiological maneuvering, scrubbing cases
Assists in other areas of cardiology if needed as directed by the manager
Performs departmental functions within EPIC
Accurately inputs data
Monitors and performs detailed analysis of findings
Appropriately operates radiologic equipment according to physician needs
Assists in image management
Troubleshoots equipment problems and assists in training other cardiovascular technicians and RNs in monitoring and scrubbing techniques, as needed
Assists physician in using specialized equipment during procedures (i.e. IVUS, pressure wire, Thrombectomy devices, cardiac stimulator, EPT and RF sources, etc.)
Attends vendor in-services to learn new equipment and is a resource to other employees and physicians on proper use
Supports new technology and implements protocols
Performs environmental scrub downs to promote an aseptic environment
Assists in setting procedure rooms up each A.M. (i.e. transducers, etc.)
Performs any other necessary functions as deemed necessary by the CVS Manager
Communicates with material coordinator/supervisor concerning supply issues
Attends mandatory in-services and meets department education standards
Accurately completes any variance reports
Modifies behaviors or performance to comply with care standards and meets department requirements
Aides in collection of statistics and presents findings in a logical, professional manner for process improvement
Attends one departmental in-service per year