Invasive Cardiac Technologist

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Base pay range

$34.90 / hr - $56.25 / hr

Major Responsibilities

• Operates all monitoring, recording and related equipment used during procedures. Collects and prepares pertinent data for use by physician / staff.
• Supports physician and staff during procedures.
• Monitors patient electrocardiogram for cardiac dysrhythmias.
• Operates the defibrillator and performs cardiopulmonary resuscitation when required. Provides assistance in emergency situations.
• Assists in pre and post procedure activities related to equipment and patient care. Positions patient and selects exposure factors for all radiographic procedures performed in the department.
• Identifies cardiovascular and peripheral vascular anatomy for documentation purposes.
• Performs initial troubleshooting on equipment and arranges maintenance as necessary. Performs calibration, cleaning and quality assurance measures on equipment. Prepares, delivers, and picks up reusable items for re-sterilization.
• Prepares and operates imaging, angiographic, interventional and storage systems.
• Scrubs to assist physician with diagnostic, interventional and surgical procedures with knowledge of equipment and equipment options. Must be able to work with medical staff and fellows.
• Serves as a technical resource, role model and / or preceptor for students and staff. Develops, trains and administers competencies to staff. Facilitates clinical problem solving and collaborates with other departments to provide education on managing patients after procedures and any other cardiology department processes and procedures.
• Must be able to demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served. Must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his / her age-specific needs, and to provide the care needed as described in the department's policies and procedures. Age-specific information is developed further in the departmental job standards.

Licensure, Registration, And / or Certification Required

Education Required

Experience Required

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required

Physical Requirements And Working Conditions

This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.

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