Cardiovascular Technologist

Stillwater Medical Center Healthcare Authority•Stillwater, OK

About The Position

Under the supervision of a licensed cardiologist, the Cardiovascular Technologist provides technical support and assistance in diagnosing and treating cardiac and peripheral disease and cardiac arrhythmias in the Cath Lab. Duties include supporting diagnostic and interventional angiography, pacemaker and ICD implantation, electrophysiology, and other interventional cardiac and vascular procedures. The technologist provides patient care, operates equipment, and performs scrub, circulator, and hemodynamic monitoring duties during procedures, applying clinical knowledge, technical skills, and professional judgment in accordance with professional and departmental standards and protocols. The position is in Stillwater Medical's Heart and Vascular Institute, which has two labs, a procedure room, and an eight-bed pre/post area. The lab is open Monday through Friday from 0700 to 1530. The role takes call around 10 shifts per month for cardiac emergencies, and the technologist must be able to report to work within 30 minutes of being called. A strong work ethic and the ability to multitask in a high-stress environment are required.

Requirements

At least 6 months of experience in a Cardiac Cath Lab.
ARRT, RCIS, or RCES credential.
Current CPR card or completion of a CPR course within 30 days of hire.
Current ACLS certification within 3 months of employment.
Advanced ECG interpretation skills.
Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
Knowledge of anatomy and radiation exposure.
Proficiency in radiation safety practices.
Core customer service skills.
Strong computer skills.
Strong work ethic and ability to multitask in a high-stress environment.
Ability to work in a latex-burdened environment.
Strength and stamina for prolonged walking and standing.
Ability to frequently lift up to 60 pounds and reach, pull, bend, stoop, and kneel.
Adequate vision, with correction if needed, to read, write, and evaluate medical images.
Ability to hear, with correction if needed, and speak to communicate in person and by telephone.
Ability to hear, see, and feel to accurately observe, monitor, and administer care.
Fine motor skills and hand-eye coordination to provide care.
Adequate perception of sounds or adequate hearing with correction.

Responsibilities

Provide technical support and assistance to a licensed cardiologist in diagnosing and treating cardiac and peripheral disease and cardiac arrhythmias.
Support diagnostic and interventional angiography procedures, pacemaker and ICD implantation, electrophysiology procedures, and other interventional cardiac and vascular procedures.
Provide patient care and operate equipment during procedures.
Perform scrub, circulator, and hemodynamic monitoring duties during procedures.
Participate in call coverage for cardiac emergencies, approximately 10 shifts per month, and report to work within 30 minutes when called.