Cardiovascular Technician

ccf; Florida; On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus up to $5,000

Job summary

Cleveland Clinic Weston Hospital is seeking a Cardiovascular Technician to join the Cardiac Cath Lab team in Weston, FL. You will perform both non-invasive and invasive cardiac procedures, including echocardiography, vascular ultrasound, catheterization, stent insertion, angioplasty and pacemaker implantation.

You will support patients by guiding them through the procedure, ensuring safety and comfort, and coordinating with the care team for pre- and post-procedure care.

Qualifications

• Cardiovascular Lab Technology Certificate or RCIS/RCES credentialing acceptable.
• BLS and ACLS certifications through AHA or Red Cross required.

Responsibilities

• Perform both non-invasive and invasive cardiac procedures including echocardiography, vascular ultrasound, catheterization, stent insertion, balloon angioplasty and pacemaker implantation.
• Ensure patient comfort, safety and information flow before, during and after procedures.
• Perform pre- and post-procedure care and coordinate with nursing/medical staff.
• Interpret basic EKGs and monitor ischemia/injury patterns during electrophysiology procedures.
• Maintain complete documentation of procedures, medications and supplies.

Education

Cardiovascular Lab Technology Certificate or RCIS/RCES eligible

BLS & ACLS Certifications (AHA/Red Cross)

Job description

At Cleveland Clinic Health System, we believe in a better future for healthcare. And each of us is responsible for honoring our commitment to excellence, pushing the boundaries and transforming the patient experience, every day.

We all have the power to help, heal and change lives - beginning with our own. That's the power of the Cleveland Clinic Health System team, and The Power of Every One.

Job Title: Cardiovascular Technician

Location: Weston

Facility: Florida Weston Hospital

Department: Cardiac Cath Lab-Weston Hospital

Job Code: 000604

Shift: Days + Call

Schedule: 7:00am-5:30pm

*This position is eligible for a sign-on bonus of up to $5,000*

Join Cleveland Clinic Weston Hospital's team of caregivers that remain on the leading edge of technology and education, all while consistently providing patient-centered healthcare. As part of Cleveland Clinic's Florida region, Weston Hospital is recognized as one of the top hospitals in the Miami-Fort Lauderdale and Florida regions. Here, you will receive endless support and appreciation while building a rewarding career with one of the most respected healthcare organizations in the world.

As a Cardiovascular Technician, your responsibilities will include performing both non-invasive and invasive procedures, such as echocardiography, vascular ultrasound, cardiovascular catheterization, stent insertion, balloon angioplasty and implanting pacemakers. In this role, you will also ensure patients feel informed, relaxed and safe during each appointment. While making a difference in the lives of patients and their families, you will also have the opportunity to explore advanced positions and educational resources offered by Cleveland Clinic.

A caregiver in this role works days from 7:00 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. with on-call requirements.

A caregiver who excels in this role will:

• Provide guidelines for RCVT/RCIS roles and functions in the Cath Lab.
• Assist nursing and medical caregivers in providing care to patients undergoing cardiac catheterization and electrophysiology procedures.
• Perform scrubbing and monitoring duties during procedures.
• Perform pre-procedure preparation, post-procedure care and patient disposition in collaboration with nursing and medical staff.
• Perform basic EKG interpretation, single and 12-lead ST segments analysis for ischemia/injury patterns and recognition of arrhythmias.
• Recognize and interpret EKG changes related to all electrophysiology procedures, such as mapping, ablating, and implanting of cardiac resynchronization devices.
• Perform arterial and venous pressure monitoring, sampling and basic interpretation.
• Perform three-dimensional mapping systems and the principles of cardiac resynchronization therapy.
• Document procedures completely and accurately including medications and supplies.
• Perform patient observation.
• Assist team members in acute cardiac care, including resuscitation and related therapeutic effects.
• Set up scrub procedures in both the Cath and EP lab.
• Prepare all instruments/equipment for decontamination following universal precautions and take them to the sterilization department.
• Restock procedure room when cases are completed for the day.
• Always maintain patient, medical record, department and employee confidentiality.

Minimum qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:

• Cardiovascular Lab Technology Program Certificate or equivalent education deemed acceptable by RCIS and RCES credentialing body
• Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Certifications through the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross

Preferred qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:

• Certified or Registered Cardiovascular Technologist (RCVT)
• Cardiology, Interventional radiology and/or Cath lab experience

Physical Requirements:

• Workload is heavy and requires constant lifting, moving of patients, equipment, instrument trays, and supplies.
• Able to lift items up to 50 pounds without assistance and greater than 50 pounds with assistance.
• Stooping, pushing and pulling required when moving patients or equipment into position for surgery.

Personal Protective Equipment:

• Follows Standard Precautions using personal protective equipment as required for procedures.

The policy of Cleveland Clinic Health System and its system hospitals (Cleveland Clinic Health System) is to provide equal opportunity to all of our caregivers and applicants for employment in our drug free environment. All offers of employment are followed by testing for controlled substances.

Cleveland Clinic Health System administers an influenza prevention program. You will be required to comply with this program, which will include obtaining an influenza vaccination on an annual basis or obtaining an approved exemption.

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