Cardiovascular Technician

Care New England; Warwick; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Warwick is seeking a skilled Cardiovascular Technician responsible for the operation, monitoring, and maintenance of cardiac catheterization equipment. The ideal candidate will have an Associate's degree or equivalent experience with diagnostic equipment, strong troubleshooting skills, and the ability to monitor patients during procedures. This position involves critical responsibilities, including ensuring patient safety during emergencies and maintaining equipment functionality, within a highly regarded health system.

Qualifications

• Must have experience with biomedical and diagnostic equipment.
• Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist preferred.
• Minimum of one year’s job-related experience or equivalent required.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain cardiac catheterization equipment as specified.
• Calibrate equipment routinely and troubleshoot minor issues.
• Monitor hemodynamics during procedures and notify physician of changes.
• Participate in on-call duties for emergencies.

Skills

Operation and maintenance of diagnostic equipment

Troubleshooting skills

Patient monitoring

Surgical asepsis knowledge

Inventory management

Education

Associate’s degree in Applied Sciences

Job description

Primary Function

Responsible for the operation, monitoring, and maintenance of cardiac catheterization equipment.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates proficiency in the operation and maintenance, as specified by the manufacturer, of all diagnostic and therapeutic equipment used for diagnostic and interventional procedures. Responsibilities include: setup, adjustment and operation of both diagnostic and interventional equipment used in the Kent Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory.
• Calibrate equipment routinely and troubleshoot minor problems as needed. Report issues to the Lead Cardiovascular Technician. Monitor and record service visits.
• Adjusts cameras as necessary; clean and lubricate them routinely; store CD’s.
• Receive and position patients. Monitor hemodynamics including blood pressure and EKG during procedure and notify physician of any changes.
• Respond to emergencies during catheterization procedures. Maintain BLS and ACLS certification.
• Maintain the area and equipment in a clean, safe and functional manner.
• Maintain and order supplies as necessary to perform job function.
• Under the direction of a qualified physician and in the presence of a Registered Nurse may pull femoral sheaths after completion of the competency checklist.
• Assist with the transport of patients as needed.
• Assist the physician during the procedure as needed, i.e. scrub in on procedures.
• Participate with the Lead Cardiovascular Technologist with inventory management and acquisition of supplies.
• Able to demonstrate surgical asepsis.
• Participate in on-call as assigned for emergencies.
• Performs all other related duties as assigned.

Job Qualifications and Specifications

An Associate’s degree in Applied Sciences or a minimum of one year’s job-related experience or equivalent is required. Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist preferred. Must have experience working with biomedical and diagnostic equipment.

Care New England Health System (CNE) and its member institutions—Butler Hospital, Women & Infants Hospital, Kent Hospital, VNA of Care New England, Integra, The Providence Center, and Care New England Medical Group, and our Wellness Center—are trusted organizations fueling the latest advances in medical research, attracting the nation’s top specialty-trained doctors, and honing renowned services and innovative programs to engage in the important discussions people need to have about their health.

Americans with Disability Act Statement: External and internal applicants, as well as position incumbents who become disabled must be able to perform the essential job-specific functions either unaided or with the assistance of a reasonable accommodation, to be determined by the organization on a case-by-case basis.

EEOC Statement: Care New England is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.

Ethics Statement: Employee conducts himself/herself consistent with the ethical standards of the organization including, but not limited to hospital policy, mission, vision, and values.