Job Summary and Qualifications

Cardiovascular Technologists/Special Procedure Technicians demonstrate knowledge of human growth and development, assessment, range of treatment, and care of patients served. They are able to scrub and assist the physician during diagnostic and interventional cardiac and peripheral angiographic studies. Additionally, they are responsible for recording and monitoring these cases, as well as understanding hemodynamic measurements and valve area readings.

What You Will Do in This Role

• Demonstrate the ability to perform contrast media administration according to age- and weight-specific guidelines.
• Set up sterile trays and maintain a sterile field according to hospital protocol.
• Scrub and assist the interventional physician during interventional procedures.
• Demonstrate knowledge of drugs, including their actions, side effects, and contraindications for administration.
• Exhibit the ability to start and maintain IV access. Accurately follow physician orders, document exam completion in Meditech, scan documents, and verify images in PACS.
• Properly measure and dispose of radioactive waste in accordance with regulatory guidelines.

What Qualifications You Will Need

Candidates must have one of the following:

• Current license or registry certification as a Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist (RCIS) or Registered Cardiac Electrophysiology Specialist (RCES) from Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI), or the ability to obtain this certification within one year of hire.
• OR Current license or registry from an accredited School of Radiologic Technology and certification through the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) as a Registered Radiologic Technologist [RT(R)].

ARRT, RCES, or RCIS cert required

Additional Requirements:

• BLS certification required.
• Completion of ACLS training within six months of hire.
• Strong interpersonal skills to successfully interact with patients, guests, physicians, and other employees.
• Minimum of one year of experience in Special Procedures, Cath Lab, EP Lab preferred.