The Cardiovascular Technologist is responsible for performing non-invasive cardiovascular diagnostic procedures to aid physicians in the diagnosis, treatment, and monitoring of cardiovascular diseases. The position ensures accurate diagnostic testing, safe patient care, proper operation of cardiovascular equipment, and compliance with hospital policies, infection prevention standards.
Key Responsibilities
- Patient Care & Preparation: Verify patient identity and physician orders, review history for contraindications, explain procedures, and monitor patient status before, during, and after tests.
- Diagnostic Testing: Perform ECG, EEG, 24-hr Holter monitoring, 24-hr ABPM, Treadmill Stress Tests, 2D/Stress/Dobutamine Echocardiography, and Vascular Duplex Scans (Carotid, Arterial, Venous, DVT, ABI); assist with Pedia Echo and Pacemaker interrogation.
- Equipment & Inventory: Conduct daily operational checks, clean and disinfect equipment, report malfunctions to the Chief Technologist, and maintain diagnostic supply inventory.
- Documentation & Administration: Record results, upload findings to the HIS within target TAT, release official reports, manage physical/electronic records following the Data Privacy Act of 2012, track statistics, and perform general office administration.
- Safety & Compliance: Follow infection control policies, wear appropriate PPE, report safety incidents, and assist with quality improvement and accreditation audits.
- Professional Growth: Attend mandatory trainings, participate in department meetings, and perform assigned tasks from immediate superiors.
Qualifications
- Graduate of a Bachelor's Degree in Nursing, Medical Technology or another allied health-related course, or a healthcare-related program.
- Preferably with formal training or relevant professional certification in echocardiography and vascular duplex scan.
- Preferably with at least one (1) year of experience in a hospital Cardiovascular Laboratory