Invasive Cardiovascular Technologist

Job Description

Responsibilities:

• Provides technical support in the cardiac catheterization laboratory during invasive cardiovascular procedures.
• Provides technical support during invasive cardiovascular procedures.
• Provides patient care under the supervision of the RN.
• Assists physicians in radiological imaging of cardiac and vascular procedures and acts as scrub assistant, maintaining sterile conditions during clinical procedures.
• Operates imaging equipment and works in the control room monitoring and documenting procedure images and events.
• Educates patients and families regarding the procedure and expectations.
• Teaches patients and families about pre- and post-procedure physical conditions.
• Assists in maintaining order and cleanliness of the unit. Maintains appropriate stock levels for complex interventions and diagnostic procedures.
• Completes daily, progress, and discharge documentation according to departmental standards.
• Accurately documents productivity information.
• Participates in quality and patient safety initiatives. Identifies potential areas for improvement including processes that could be streamlined or revised to improve patient satisfaction. Identifies potential safety hazards that may create problems for patients and/or staff and takes appropriate actions.
• Promotes mission, vision, and values of Client Health, and abides by service behavior standards.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Preferred Skills & Experience: Two (2) years of experience in Cardiology/Cath Lab is preferred.