Cardiovascular Technician

Allina Health; Saint Paul (MN); On-site; USD 51,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental

PTO/Time Away

Retirement Savings Plans

Life Insurance

Disability insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Allina Health is seeking a Cath Lab professional to join our cardiovascular team in Minnesota. You will assist physicians during diagnostic and interventional procedures, operate lab equipment, and ensure a safe, sterile environment for patients.

Responsibilities include monitoring EKG and vital signs, documenting data, and performing quality control. Requires relevant cardiovascular tech education and certification, with on-site shift for 80 hours per two weeks.

Qualifications

• Associate's or Vocational degree in Cardiovascular Technology is required.
• Bachelor's degree in life, physical science, or health care related field; or EMT certification is required.

Responsibilities

• Operate laboratory equipment per guidelines and perform quality control.
• Maintain a safe, sterile environment during procedures and assist physicians.
• Assist physicians in monitoring and mapping and in diagnostic/interventional procedures.
• Ensure patient and staff safety and follow radiation safety practices.
• Take on other duties as assigned.

Education

Associate's or Vocational degree in Cardiovascular Technology

Bachelor's degree in life, physical science, or health care related field; or EMT certification

Tools

Electrophysiology equipment

Job description

Medium Work*:

Bring your passion and interest for Cardiovascular to our Cath Labs where our cohesive teams work all together better to serve our patients when they need us most. Your attention to detail and ability to be responsive to the care of our patients while working together with other Care Team members of the Cath Lab team will be vital to success. Work amongst a robust team including talented Physicians, Advanced Practice Providers, Registered Nurses, and more towards the well-being of our patients.

Assists physician during diagnostic and interventional cardiovascular, electrophysiology or peripheral vascular procedures, including circulating, scrubbing, monitoring and hemodynamic monitoring/recording. Follows department policies to maintain a safe, efficient environment while caring for the patient.

Principle Responsibilities

• Effectively operates laboratory equipment
  • Prepares and operates equipment within department, manufacturer and federal guidelines.
  • Performs quality control and basic troubleshooting as needed.
  • Promptly reports all equipment problems to appropriate source.
• Performs scrub role activities
  • Ensures a safe and sterile environment for the patient.
  • Practices aseptic technique, maintains sterile field and reports/corrects any breaks in sterile technique.
  • Prepares the equipment and competently assists the physician during the procedure.
  • Understands the anatomy and physiology of the conduction system, and associated intra cardiac electrocardiographic signals.
• Assists physicians in monitoring/circulator role
  • Detects and responds to changing patient conditions, observing EKG, blood pressure, and other electrograms.
  • Performs complete diagnostic and provocative pacing protocols under the direction of the physician.
  • Differentiates basic and complex arrhythmias and assists in mapping.
  • Records, compiles and enters patient data accurately into electronic medical record and image retrieval system.
• Ensures safe environment for patients and staff
  • Protects self and others from injury by using equipment per manufacturer and department guidelines.
  • Uses transfer lifts, transport equipment and body mechanics to protect from injury.
  • Practices good habits of radiation safety.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Associate's or Vocational degree of accredited Cardiovascular Technology program or
• Bachelor's degree in life, physical science, or health care related field; or EMT certification

Preferred Qualifications

• 0 to 2 years in Cardiovascular Lab or Electrophysiology

Licenses/Certifications

• Must meet at least ONE of the requirements below:
• BLS certification from the American Heart Association
• BLS certification from the American Red Cross
• Allina in-house BLS training (within 30 days of hire)
• Must meet at least ONE of the requirements below if working at United Hospital:
• Current ACLS certification from the American Heart Association
• Current ALS certification from the American Red Cross
• Allina in-house ACLS training (within 180 days)
• Registered Invasive Cardiovascular Technology preferred within 1 year

Physical Demands

• Medium Work*:
• Lifting weight up to 32 lbs. occasionally (Allina Safe Patient Moving Policy), up to 25 lbs. frequently
• 1.0 FTE (80 hours per two-week pay period)
• 10-hour day/evening shift
• On-call

Pay Range

Pay Range: $37.29 to $49.24 per hour

The pay described reflects the base hourly pay range. Your starting rate would depend on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, your experience, education, and the union agreement (if applicable). Shift, weekend and/or other differentials may be available to increase your pay rate for certain shifts or work.

Allina Health is committed to adhering with all applicable local, state and federal minimum wage requirements.

Benefit Summary

Allina Health believes the best way to provide safe and compassionate care for our patients is by nurturing the passion of those who care for them. That's why we devote extraordinary resources to help you grow and thrive - not only as a professional but also as a whole person. When you join our team, you have access to a wealth of valuable employee benefits that support the total well-being - mind, body, spirit and community - of you and your family members.

Allina Health is all in on your well-being. Because well-being means something different to everyone, our award-winning program provides you with the resources you need to help you navigate your personal journey. This includes well-being dollars, dedicated well-being navigators, and many programs, activities, articles, videos, personal coaching and tools to support you on your journey.

We are focused on creating an inclusive workplace so everyone can see themselves as part of our care team. Our care teams are as diverse as the communities we serve and proud to be contributing to the mission of a leading health care organization. Our pioneering approach to well-being helps every member of our care team feel a deep sense of connection and joy in their work.

Benefits Include

• Medical/Dental
• PTO/Time Away
• Retirement Savings Plans
• Life Insurance
• Short-term/Long-term Disability
• Voluntary Benefits (vision, legal, critical illness)
• Tuition Reimbursement or Continuing Medical Education as applicable
• Student Loan Support Benefits to navigate the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
• Allina Health is a 501(c)(3) eligible employer
• Benefit eligibility/offerings are determined by FTE and if you are represented by a union.