Cardiovascular Technician

San Antonio Regional Hospital; Upland (CA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

San Antonio Regional Hospital in Upland, CA is seeking a Cardiovascular Technician to assist in cardiac catheterization, preparing the patient and lab, and supporting the Cardiologist in scrub roles while monitoring hemodynamics.

This role also involves data collection, instrument par level monitoring, and helping with supply orders and procedure charges. Requires a high school diploma and basic arrhythmia training; AS in cardiovascular technology preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Successful completion of a basic arrhythmia course required.
• AS degree in cardiovascular technology preferred.
• Minimum catheterization lab experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patient and laboratory for cardiac catheterization procedures.
• Assist the Cardiologist in scrub assistant role for all types of procedures.
• Hemodynamic monitoring and data collection/calculation.
• Monitor par level of instruments and supplies.
• Assist with ordering of supplies and procedure charges.

Skills

Cardiac anatomy

EKG rhythms

Medical terminology

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Basic arrhythmia course

Associate of Science in cardiovascular technology

Tools

Cardiac equipment

Job description

JOB SUMMARY

The Cardiovascular technician is a caregiver who assists in the performance of the cardiac catheterization. Responsibilities include preparing the patient and the laboratory for the procedure, assisting the Cardiologist in a scrub assistant role for all types of procedures, hemodynamic monitoring, collection and calculation of data. Monitors par level of all instruments and supplies. Assists with the ordering of supplies and procedure charges.

Overview

The Cardiovascular technician is a caregiver who assists in the performance of the cardiac catheterization. Responsibilities include preparing the patient and the laboratory for the procedure, assisting the Cardiologist in a scrub assistant role for all types of procedures, hemodynamic monitoring, collection and calculation of data. Monitors par level of all instruments and supplies. Assists with the ordering of supplies and procedure charges.

Minimum Qualifications

Education:

High School Diploma or GED required. Successful completion of a basic arrhythmia course required. Associate of Science Degree in cardiovascular technology preferred.

Experience:

Minimum of one-year catheterization lab experience preferred.

License/Certifications:

Knowledge of cardiac anatomy, physiology, EKG/ECG rhythms (normal, abnormal, life-threatening), medical terminology and specialized procedures/tests and techniques required for position. Knowledge of unlicensed assistant personnel scope of practice for healthcare required.

Equipment:

Cardiac Procedural Equipment and Supplies.

Physical Requirements:

Must be able to perform the essential physical requirements of the job.

PAY RANGE

$25.83-$38.75

The posted pay range reflects the lowest to highest pay that was available for this position at the time of posting and may be subject to change. Salary offers are determined by candidate’s relevant experience and skills. For per diem positions, a standard rate is used based on market data and not the candidate’s individual experience.