Cardiovascular Technician

Kent Hospital; Warwick (RI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Kent Hospital in Rhode Island is seeking a skilled technician to operate, monitor, and maintain cardiac catheterization equipment in the Kent Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory. The role includes setup, calibration, and supporting physicians during procedures, with emphasis on safety and aseptic technique.

Requirements include an associate degree in applied sciences or at least one year of related experience, plus experience with biomedical and diagnostic equipment.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in applied sciences or 1+ year related experience required.
• Experience working with biomedical and diagnostic equipment.

Responsibilities

• Operates and maintains diagnostic and interventional cardiac catheterization equipment as specified by manufacturer.
• Calibrates equipment, troubleshoots minor issues, and reports to Lead Cardiovascular Technician.
• Monitors patient hemodynamics during procedures and assists physician as needed.
• Maintains a clean, safe, and functional cath lab environment; orders supplies as needed.
• Participates in on-call emergencies and adheres to aseptic technique.

Skills

Biomedical equipment

Clinical instrumentation

Education

Associate's degree in applied sciences

1+ year of related experience

Job description

Job Summary

Responsible for the operation, monitoring, and maintenance of cardiac catheterization equipment.

Responsible for the operation, monitoring, and maintenance of cardiac catheterization equipment.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Demonstrates proficiency in the operation and maintenance, as specified by the manufacturer, of all diagnostic and therapeutic equipment used for diagnostic and interventional procedures. Responsibilities include setup, adjustment and operation of both diagnostic and interventional equipment used in the Kent Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory.
• Calibrate equipment routinely and troubleshoot minor problems as needed. Report issues to the Lead Cardiovascular Technician. Monitor and record service visits.
• Adjusts cameras as necessary; clean and lubricate them routinely; store CD’s.
• Receive and position patients. Monitor hemodynamics including blood pressure and EKG during procedure and notify physician of any changes.
• Respond to emergencies during catheterization procedures. Maintain BLS and ACLS certification.
• Maintain the area and equipment in a clean, safe and functional manner.
• Maintain and order supplies as necessary to perform job function.
• Under the direction of a qualified physician and in the presence of a Registered Nurse may pull femoral sheaths after completion of the competency checklist.
• Assist with the transport of patients as needed.
• Assist the physician during the procedure as needed, i.e. scrub in on procedures.
• Participate with the Lead Cardiovascular Technologist with inventory management and acquisition of supplies.
• Able to demonstrate surgical asepsis.
• Participate in on call as assigned for emergencies.
• Performs all other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

• An associate's degree in applied sciences or a minimum of one years job-related experience or equivalent is required.
• Must have experience working with biomedical and diagnostic equipment.

About Us

Care New England Health System (CNE) and its member institutions, Butler Hospital, Women & Infants Hospital, Kent Hospital, VNA of Care New England, Integra, The Providence Center, and Care New England Medical Group, is a trusted, integrated health care organization that fuels the latest advances in medical research, attracts the nation’s top specialty-trained doctors, hones renowned services and innovative programs, and engages in the important discussions people need to have about their health and end-of-life wishes. Care New England is helping to transform the future of health care, providing a leading voice in the ongoing effort to ensure the health of the individuals and communities we serve.

EEO Statements

Americans with Disability Act Statement: External and internal applicants, as well as position incumbents who become disabled must be able to perform the essential job-specific functions either unaided or with the assistance of a reasonable accommodation, to be determined by the organization on a case-by-case basis.

EEOC Statement: Care New England is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status

Ethics Statement: Employee conducts himself/herself consistent with the ethical standards of the organization including, but not limited to hospital policy, mission, vision, and values.