Cardiovascular Technologist

Overview

Responsibilities

The Cardiovascular Technologist in the Cath Lab is responsible for all aspects of care related to adult inpatients or outpatients undergoing procedures in the Cardiac Cath Lab. Applies knowledge of growth and development to perform detailed assignments and interventions. Provides consistent care based on the changing physical and psychosocial needs unique to the patient. This job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of professional work to be performed. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive list of all duties responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job.

Effective verbal and written communication skills

Sterile technique

Administration and knowledge of medications given to the patient under the supervision of the physician

Operate physiologic monitoring equipment

Operate all equipment related to coronary procedures (IABP Impella IVUS FFR rotational atherectomy

temporary pacemaker generator ISTAT MedRad injector Angiojet and manual thrombectomy)

Management of blood samples and calculations

Use of general patient care equipment and communication equipment

Successfully complete all annual competencies

Use of unit-specific equipment (computers copiers etc.)

Daily QA and trouble-shooting skills for radiographic equipment

Knowledge advocate and employ techniques for radiation safety

Knowledge of CPAC data storage system

Good telephone and communication skills

Ability to adapt to changes in health care technology

Other duties assigned by management

Qualifications

Must have completed accredited program for Radiology Technologist or Respiratory Therapist or Cardiovascular Technologist

National License ARRT for Radiology Technologist or Tennessee Respiratory Therapist for RRT or National RCIS for Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist

AHA BLS

AHA ACLS (within 3 months of hire)