Cath Lab Tech Position Type: Full Time Day Shift
$15,000 Sign-On Bonus offered!
Benefits: Health Insurance (Medical, Dental, Vision)
Paid Time Off (PTO)
401(k) with matching
Student Loan Repayment Assistance: Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package
Who We’re Looking For
- Cath Lab Experts Who Make a Difference We’re seeking highly skilled, patient-focused professionals with
- Cath
- Lab experience, including:
- Certified Radiology Technologists with Cath Lab experience
Job Summary
The Cardiovascular Invasive Technician - Non-Certified provides specialized support during diagnostic and therapeutic/interventional cardiovascular procedures. This role involves assisting the physician, operating specialized equipment, maintaining sterile techniques, and ensuring a safe environment for adult patients. The Technician records data and prepares documentation to support the physician's evaluation and decision-making processes.
- Essential Functions
- Assists physicians during cardiovascular diagnostic and interventional procedures, adhering to protocols to maintain sterile techniques.
- Operates specialized cardiovascular equipment safely and efficiently, monitoring patient status throughout procedures.
- Records, calculates, and verifies data during procedures for physician review, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
- Prepares procedural documentation, including treatment plans, evaluation results, and progress reports, in accordance with department and regulatory requirements.
- Maintains a safe environment in the acute care area by following safety protocols and responding promptly to changes in patient condition.
- Supports patient preparation, positioning, and monitoring during cardiovascular procedures, ensuring patient comfort and safety.
- Collaborates with the healthcare team to ensure efficient workflow, equipment readiness, and timely communication during procedures.
- Participates in quality improvement initiatives and adheres to best practices for cardiovascular invasive procedures.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
- Complies with all policies and standards.
Qualifications
- Associate Degree in Cardiovascular Technology, Radiologic Technology, or a related field preferred
- 0-1 years of experience in cardiovascular or invasive procedures required
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Strong understanding of cardiovascular anatomy, physiology, and procedural protocols.
- Proficiency in operating specialized cardiovascular equipment and maintaining sterile techniques.
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with healthcare professionals.
- Detail-oriented, with the ability to document accurately and follow procedures under general supervision.
- Licenses and Certifications
- CVT – Cardiovascular Tech (Required) or
- CRT – Certified Radiologic Technologist (Required) or
- RN – Registered Nurse – State Licensure and/or Compact State Licensure (Required)
- ARRT – American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (Preferred)
- BCLS – Basic Life Support (Required within first 30 days)
- ACLS – Advanced Cardiac Life Support (Preferred)
- Northwest Medical Center (NMC) is a 287-bed hospital, Level III Trauma Center, Women's Center, and a large physician group, we offer you a variety of settings in which to work.
- Every location is dedicated to providing safe, quality patient care, but more than that is the commitment to employees.
- NMC provides a culture of teamwork, respect and appreciation for all staff, whether they care for patients directly or work in a support role.
- With employee appreciation celebrations throughout the year, opportunities for growth and the satisfaction that you are part of a hospital leading the way with accessible, convenient healthcare in Tucson, NMC is a great place to work.
- Accredited by The Joint Commission and is an equal opportunity employer: race, gender, disability and Veteran status, and VEVRAA Federal Contractor – priority referral Protected Veterans requested.
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