Invasive Cardiovascular Tech II

Albany Medical Center • City of Albany, NY

78d • $60,367 - $90,551

About The Position

Invasive Cardiovascular Technologists are allied health professionals who perform diagnostic examinations at the request or direction of an Interventional Cardiologist during invasive cardiology, noninvasive cardiology, and/or peripheral vascular study procedures. Through subjective data collection and recording, the technologist obtains information from which a correct anatomical and physiological diagnosis may be established for each patient. The role involves active participation in all phases of the peri-procedural process, manipulation of procedural instrumentation under the direct supervision of the Interventional Cardiologist, and responsibility for supplies and equipment necessary during the invasive cardiology procedure. The technologist must anticipate the needs of the Interventional Cardiologist and maintain the sterile field. They should be able to function independently for basic procedures and with minimal supervision of a senior technologist during advanced and highly complex procedures, as well as function as a circulator under the supervision of a Registered Professional Nurse (RN). Emergency on-call duties are also required.

Requirements

• Minimum of an Associate Degree or graduate of an approved Cardiovascular Training Program or accredited Allied Health Program.
• Certification as a Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist (RCIS) preferred.
• At least 1 year in the cardiovascular specialty.
• Must obtain and maintain certification in Basic Life Support (BLS), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), and Adult Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS).
• Demonstrates familiarity with and working knowledge of normal vs. abnormal cardiovascular anatomy, physiology, radiation safety, interventional supplies and equipment operation.
• Able to anticipate and prepare for necessary treatment if adverse events occur intra procedure.
• Able to anticipate and prepare necessary equipment for emergency procedures.

Responsibilities

• Perform diagnostic examinations at the request of an Interventional Cardiologist.
• Actively involved in all phases of the peri-procedural process.
• Manipulate procedural instrumentation under the direct supervision of the Interventional Cardiologist.
• Responsible for supplies and equipment necessary during the invasive cardiology procedure.
• Anticipate the needs of the Interventional Cardiologist.
• Maintain the sterile field.
• Function independently for basic procedures and with minimal supervision during advanced procedures.
• Function as a circulator under the supervision of a Registered Professional Nurse (RN).
• Perform emergency on-call duties.

Benefits

• Excellent health care coverage with no copay at Albany Medical Center providers.
• A wide array of services and programs to support emotional, physical, and mental wellbeing.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees