Cardiovascular Technologist

General Summary of Position

Assists physician with routine to complex invasive diagnostic and therapeutic cardiovascular procedures, such as cardiac catheterizations;

cardiac and vascular percutaneous transluminal angioplasties, structural heart, and other interventional procedures. Performs a variety of related ancillary support activities, and other duties as assigned.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

Assists / scrubs in with physician during routine to complex invasive diagnostic and therapeutic cardiac and vascular procedures.

Prepares catheters, balloons, guiding wires, etc. to physician, as needed.

• Prepares, cleans, and drapes appropriate site prior to invasive procedure, ensuring a sterile field according to Association of Operating Room Nurse (AORN) standards.
• Enters required patient data into the computer, connects electrocardiograph (EKG) and pulse oximeter monitors. Provides physical and psychological comfort to patients prior to, during, and post-procedure.
• Monitors electrocardiograph (ECG), blood pressure and other hemodynamic parameters during procedure in the Cardiac Catherization Laboratory (CCL).
• Assists with intra-aortic balloon pump (IABP), other cardiac assist devices, and sets-up / removes arterial and venous lines, as needed in the CCL, CCU and ICU.

Draws arterial blood gases (ABG) as requested by physician. Performs activated coagulation time tests to determine appropriate arterial / venous sheaths removal.

Accompanies and monitors patient during transports.

Prepares / cleans, arranges and stocks room / equipment for next procedure. Maintains and stocks inventory, such as catheters, defibrillators, monitors and temporary pacemakers.

Provides monitors / external pacemakers to various locations within the hospital.

• Document required data prior to, during and post-procedure and enters appropriate codes / charges / equipment used into computer for statistical / billing reports.
• Discharges / transports patients from procedure room. Communicates / instructs patient regarding post procedure site care instructions and precautions, as appropriate.
• Provides patient's family / significant others with information related to procedures, according to departmental policy and procedures.
• Participates / responds to post-cardiac catheterization site bleeding, hematomas, pain, loss of distal pulse, etc., as appropriate, and documents findings and resolution.
• Participates in the orientation, training and inservices of other / new personnel, as defined by CCL manager and departmental educator.
• Administers contrast at the direction of the physician while the physician is in the room directing the administration and dosage.

Minimum Qualifications

Education

High School Diploma or GED including completion of a Cardiovascular Technologist training program and / or related college level education in basic sciences. required

Experience

Experience in cardiovascular laboratory procedures, particularly as relates to cardiac and vascular interventional procedures preferred

Licenses and Certifications

• RCIS - Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist with Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI) within 1 Year required or
• R.T.(R)(CI) - Registered Technologist in Cardiac-Interventional Radiography within 1 Year required
• CPR - Cardiac Pulmonary Resuscitation (includes BLS and NRP) for healthcare providers from either the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross within 90 Days required
• Additional unit / specialty certifications may vary by department or business unit.
• Health Services ACLS required

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

May require the use of specialized medical equipment (i.e., EEG, EKG, blood analyzer), or data processing equipment (i.

e., tape drives, consoles).

Why MedStar Health?

At MedStar Health, we understand that our ability to treat others well begins with how we treat each other. We work hard to foster an inclusive and positive environment where our associates feel valued, connected, and empowered.

We live up to this promise through :

• Strong emphasis on teamwork - our associates feel connected to each other and our mission as an organization. In return, our effective team environment generates positive patient outcomes and high associate satisfaction ratings that exceed the national benchmark.
• Strategic focus on equity, inclusion, & diversity - we are committed to equity for all people and communities. We continue to build a diverse and inclusive workplace where people feel a sense of belonging and the ability to contribute to equitable care delivery and improved community health outcomes at all levels of the organization.
• Comprehensive total rewards package - including competitive pay, generous paid time off, great health and wellness benefits, retirement savings, education assistance, and so much more.
• More career opportunities closer to home - as the largest healthcare provider in the Baltimore-Washington, D.C. region, there are countless opportunities to grow your career and fulfill your aspirations.

About MedStar Health

MedStar Health is dedicated to providing the highest quality care for people in Maryland and the Washington, D.C., region, while advancing the practice of medicine through education, innovation, and research.

Our team of 32,000 includes physicians, nurses, residents, fellows, and many other clinical and non-clinical associates working in a variety of settings across our health system, including 10 hospitals and more than 300 community-based locations, the largest home health provider in the region, and highly respected institutes dedicated to research and innovation.

As the medical education and clinical partner of Georgetown University for more than 20 years, MedStar Health is dedicated not only to teaching the next generation of doctors, but also to the continuing education, professional development, and personal fulfillment of our whole team.

Together, we use the best of our minds and the best of our hearts to serve our patients, those who care for them, and our communities.

It's how we treat people.

MedStar Health is an Equal Opportunity (EO) Employer and assures equal opportunity for all applicants and employees. We hire people to work in different locations, and we comply with the federal, state and local laws governing each of those locations.

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If you receive an offer of employment, it is MedStar Health's policy to hire its employees on an at-will basis, which means you or MedStar Health may terminate this relationship at any time, for any reason.