Cardiovascular Tech

Dignity Health; Glendale (CA); On-site; USD 67,130 - 97,506; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization in Glendale is looking for a Cardiovascular Technologist to perform advanced diagnostic and therapeutic procedures in the Cath Lab. Responsibilities include operating radiologic equipment and preparing patients, while focusing on patient safety and effective communication. Candidates should hold certification, have two years of experience in a catheterization lab, and a commitment to continuous learning. The offered pay range is competitive at $48.73 to $70.78 per hour.

Qualifications

• High school graduation or GED is required.
• Two years of experience in a catheterization lab preferred.
• Satisfactory completion of formal cardiovascular technologist training required for certification.

Responsibilities

• Perform specialized diagnostic and therapeutic exams of the heart under physician guidance.
• Prepare patients and operate advanced radiologic equipment.
• Contribute critical data for interpretation to ensure patient safety.

Skills

Cardiac imaging proficiency

Attention to detail

Patient safety commitment

Electrocardiographic data monitoring

Education

High School Graduate: GED

Formal cardiovascular technologist training

Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist

Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer

Registered Technologist Radiography: ARRT

Basic Life Support - CPR

Advanced Cardiac Life Support

Job description

Job Summary And Responsibilities

As a Cardiovascular Technologist, you will be at the forefront of cardiac care, utilizing cutting‑edge imaging technology to directly impact life‑saving diagnostic and interventional procedures.

Every day, you will expertly perform specialized interventional diagnostic and therapeutic examinations of the heart and blood vessels under physician guidance, meticulously preparing patients, operating advanced radiologic equipment, and contributing critical data for interpretation. You'll ensure the safe, efficient operation of all equipment while maintaining mastery of our latest standards and protocols.

To be successful in this role, you will combine advanced technical proficiency in cardiovascular imaging with a meticulous eye for detail, a commitment to patient safety, and a drive for continuous learning within a dynamic and collaborative Cath Lab team.

• Individual Performance
• Meets annual competency requirement prior to evaluation date.
• Applies clinical knowledge and expertise for coordinating patient care by assisting nursing staff to assess patient condition. Coordinates plan of care with other members of the cath team to achieve quality patient care.
• Demonstrates accurate written and verbal documentation of patient status information. Demonstrates ability to utilize appropriate channels of communications and displays a team effort with colleagues, medical staff and administration.
• Demonstrates knowledge and practice regarding cost effective methods of delivering patient care.
• Demonstrates understanding and proficiency in identifying and monitoring electrocardiographic and hemodynamic data recognition.

Job Requirements

• High School Graduate: GED
• Satisfactory completion of formal cardiovascular technologist training that meets requirements for certification.
• Two years experience in a catheterization lab preferred
• Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist
• Registered Diagnostic Cardiac SonographerRegistered Technologist Radiography: ARRT
• Basic Life Support - CPR
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support

Where You'll Work

Founded in 1926, Dignity Health - Glendale Memorial Hospital and Health Center is a 334‑bed, acute care, nonprofit hospital. Serving over 70,000 patients annually, the hospital offers a full complement of services including a Level III NICU, heart care, wound care and surgical services. Additionally, Glendale Memorial Hospital has been recognized as an LGBTQ+ Healthcare Equality High Performer by the Human Rights Campaign Foundation.

It is a Joint Commission‑certified Thrombectomy‑Capable Stroke Center and a SRC Center of Excellence for Robotic Surgery and Colorectal Surgery. One Community. One Mission. One California

Pay Range

$48.73 - $70.78 /hour