Cardiovascular Tech

Vascular Institute; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 44,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Vascular Institute in Denver, CO seeks a Cardiovascular Tech who can scrub and circulate in Interventional Radiology/Cath Lab. You will manage supplies, assist with patient care, and maintain cost controls while adhering to safety standards.

The role requires ARRT updates, BLS/ACLS, and a flexible schedule. You will work with a team to ensure patient safety and efficient procedures in a busy clinical setting.

Qualifications

• Associates degree in Radiology required.
• 1-2 years ASC or hospital Experience REQUIRED.
• ACLS/BLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Experienced in Interventional Radiology or Cath Lab and is able to scrub cases as well as circulate and run a C-Arm or fixed fluoroscopy unit.
• Proactive and ensures supplies are available for cases by looking ahead at schedule.
• Maintains and controls supply and equipment inventory par levels.
• Treats patients with respect and sensitivity with a caring attitude.
• Reviews and validates patient procedure and supply charges and ensures proper documentation.
• Serves as a clinical and technical resource to staff and physicians.
• Ensures a safe working environment for patients, staff and providers.
• Communicates professionally with internal and external staff.
• Practices Radiation Safety and ALARA to keep patients and staff safe.
• Demonstrates troubleshooting skills and knowledge of supplies used during endovascular cases.

Skills

Professionalism

Oral and Written Communication

Problem Solving

Quality

Quantity

Attendance/Punctuality

Education

Associate’s degree in Radiology

Tools

C-Arm

Job description

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Cardiovascular Tech

Full Time Technicians Denver, CO, US

30+ days ago Requisition ID: 1990

Salary Range: $32.00 To $49.00 Hourly

Responsible for scrubbing and circulating procedures in the OBL/ASC. A well-matched candidate will be responsible for helping order supplies, updating cost analysis sheets, ensures daily quality controls and test for all equipment; assisting with all patient care, scheduling coordination and inventory management with PAR and pricing. Multi-tasking and time management skill are essential along with flexibility and adaptability to ensure our patients are taken care of efficiently and safely.

This position requires the individual to be flexible with his/her work schedule. The ability to self-direct and to organize a varied workload is required in this position. The individual is required to stay up to date on all ARRT requirements including BLS/ACLS.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Experienced in Interventional Radiology or Cath Lab and is able to scrub cases as well as circulate and run a C-Arm or fixed fluoroscopy unit. Is knowledgeable in supplies and pays attention to cost.
• Is proactive and looks ahead at schedule to ensure all supplies are available for cases.
• Helps maintain and control the supply and equipment inventory par levels.
• Treats patients with respect and sensitivity and exhibits behavior which projects a caring and compassionate attitude.
• Reviews, reconciles and validates accurate patient procedure and supply charges and ensures correct documentation is entered in quality tracking, cost analysis and expense spreadsheet.
• Serves as a clinical and technical expert resource to all staff and physicians as seems appropriate.
• Shares responsibility for ensuring a safe working environment for patients, staff and providers.
• Interacts and communicates with all staff internal and external in a professional manner while maintaining a positive working relationship with other team members.
• Practices Radiation Safety in accordance with regulations. Practices ALARA at all times to keep patients and staff safe.
• Demonstrates trouble-shooting skills and gives expert knowledge of supplies and equipment used during endovascular cases.
• Able to identify adverse events or unanticipated outcomes using critical thinking skills and notifies the medical staff including nurses and physicians in a timely fashion.
• Assures all informed consent has been obtained on the patient prior to the start of procedures and all questions and concerns have been answered.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Keeps current regarding developments in the surgical equipment, trends, and techniques through attendance at in-services or other educational programs.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Associates degree in Radiology required
• 1-2 years ASC or hospital Experience REQUIRED
• Successful completion of ACLS/BLS certification

COMPETENCIES:

• Professionalism-- Approaches others in a tactful manner; Reacts well under pressure; Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; Accepts responsibility for own actions; Follows through on commitments and responds to management direction.
• Oral and Written Communication--Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; Listens and gets clarification; Responds well to questions. Writes clearly and informatively; Able to read and interpret written information.
• Problem Solving and Judgement --Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Exhibits sound and accurate judgment. Includes appropriate people in decision-making process; Develops alternative solutions and makes timely decisions.
• Quality-- Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance; Monitors own work to ensure quality.
• Quantity-- Met productivity standards; ...
• Attendance/Punctuality-- Is consistently at work and on time; Ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent; Arrives at meetings and appointments on time.

EDUCATION:

• High school graduate or equivalent

This position is clinical and will report to the office. Monday- Friday hours are determined by business need.

Physical Requirements

This position requires full range of body motion. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, walk, and stand; talk or hear, both in person and by telephone; use hands repetitively to handle or operate standard office equipment; reach with hands and arms; and lift up to 25 pounds.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Salary and Benefits

Full-time, non-exempt position. Competitive compensation and benefits package to include 401K; a full suite of medical, dental, and ancillary benefits; paid time off, and much more.

The statements contained herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by the Sonographer, but is not a complete list of the responsibilities, duties, or skills required. Other duties may be assigned as business needs dictate. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.