Cardiovascular Technician

Cleveland Clinic; Fort Lauderdale (FL); 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 perform both non-invasive and invasive cardiovascular procedures, including echocardiography, vascular ultrasound, catheterization, and device implantation. You will ensure patients are informed, relaxed, and safe during appointments, with ongoing access to educational resources and advancement opportunities.

The role involves day shifts from 7:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

Qualifications

• Cardiovascular Lab Technology Program Certificate or equivalent education.
• BLS and ACLS certifications required.
• RCIS/RCES credentials accepted; RCVT preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform echocardiography and vascular ultrasound.
• Assist with catheterization, stent insertion and angioplasty.
• Implant pacemakers and monitor patients during procedures.
• Conduct pre- and post‑procedure care with nursing staff.
• Perform basic 12-lead EKG interpretation and ischemia analysis.
• Document procedures and medications accurately.
• Maintain patient confidentiality and safety.

Skills

EKG interpretation

Cath lab experience

Team collaboration

Education

Cardiovascular Lab Technology Program Certificate

BLS Certification

ACLS Certification

Tools

RCVT

RCIS/RCES

Job description

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

• 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.

Pay Range

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