Cardiovascular Technologist, Cath Lab

Sutter Health•Oakland, CA

4d•$62 - $78•Onsite

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 - 2 years in acute care facility, cardiac cath lab (scrub, circulator, monitoring) roles and/or EP lab experience preferred.
High School Diploma or General Education Diploma (GED)
BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider
ACLS-Advanced Cardiac Life Support

Nice To Haves

Completion of a cardiology technical program preferred
Associates in health sciences preferred
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

Responsibilities

Provide technical analysis and support during diagnostic cardiology or other procedures performed within the cardiac Cath Lab.
Prepare documentation of technical information in a professional and timely manner.
Work closely with the Cardiologist, Registered Nurses and Radiology staff to provide quality patient care and ensure smooth and efficient workflow through the department.
Perform duties quickly, accurately and with knowledge of priority.
Function under pressure in a high-stress environment.
Assist with gathering statistical data and performance improvement information.
Work with a variety of medical instrumentation and equipment and maintain competent technical skills in the Cath Lab.
Understand and comply with the policies and procedures of Alta Bates Summit Hospital.
Be trained to perform "scrub" duties required for all procedures performed within the lab.