Cardiovascular Technologist - Cath Lab
 Quadrant, Inc. | |
 United States, D.C., Washington | |
 Aug 28, 2024 | |
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Cardiovascular Technologist - Cath Lab Washington DC NW MUST: Experienced Cardiovascular Technologist Associate's degree EKG/hemodynamic monitoring Minimum of six months as a cardiovascular technologist, or similar job experience Bachelor's degree preferred Additional exposure preferred RCIS (Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist) or RCVT - Registered Cardiovasc Tech PRT - Practical Radiology Technician Registered Radiology Tech (RT) BLS (Basic Life Support) Health Services / ACLS DUTIES: Performs assorted patient care responsibilities for adults such as starting IV's, EKG monitoring, cardiac outputs, and prepping and draping patients Assists with cardiovascular invasive procedures such as; R & L heart catheterizations, PTCA, intra-aortic-balloon pump, permanent/temporary pacemakers, AICD, electrophysiology studies, pericardiocentesis, peripheral arteriograms and angioplasty, etc. Performs quality control functions of the X-ray console/equipment before procedures Runs tapes, Digital Subtraction Acquisition, and image processing Assists physician during the procedure Removes/ pulls arterial and venous sheaths from patient after procedure and apply appropriate manual pressure Records and interprets hemodynamic data using Sensis's monitoring system. Prepares all the equipment, sets up the field for all cases and cleans room for the next procedure. Participates in the orientation, training and in-services for cardiovascular technologists and other staff in the department Assists with the inventory, ordering and stocking of supplies and equipment for the Cath Lab Quadrant is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, status as a protected veteran, or status as an individual with a disability. | |