Cardiovascular Technician II

Dignity Health; California (MO); On-site; USD 94,000 - 127,000; Full time

Job summary

Dignity Health – Mercy San Juan Medical Center in Carmichael, California, seeks a Cardiovascular Technologist to advance cardiac care using cutting-edge imaging. You will perform interventional diagnostic and therapeutic exams under physician guidance, preparing patients, operating radiologic equipment, and delivering critical data for interpretation.

Success requires technical proficiency in cardiovascular imaging, attention to detail, patient safety commitment, and collaborative teamwork

Qualifications

• RCIS certification required.
• Knowledge of cardiac rhythms and hemodynamics in cath lab.
• BLS certification required.
• ACLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Perform interventional diagnostic and therapeutic exams of heart and vessels.
• Prepare patients and operate advanced radiologic equipment.
• Maintain safety, chart data, and ensure equipment readiness.

Skills

RCIS

Cardiac cath lab knowledge

BLS

ACLS

Radiology tech license

Education

Radiology license (x-ray & fluoroscopy)

Tools

Radiology equipment operation

Job description

Job Summary And Responsibilities

As our Cardiovascular Technologist, you will be at the forefront of cardiac care, utilizing cutting-edge imaging technology to directly impact life‑saving diagnostic and interventional procedures.

Job Summary And Responsibilities

As our Cardiovascular Technologist, you will be at the forefront of cardiac care, utilizing cutting‑edge imaging technology to directly impact life‑saving diagnostic and interventional procedures.

Every day, you will expertly perform specialized interventional diagnostic and therapeutic examinations of the heart and blood vessels under physician guidance, meticulously preparing patients, operating advanced radiologic equipment, and contributing critical data for interpretation. You'll ensure the safe, efficient operation of all equipment while maintaining mastery of our latest standards and protocols.

To be successful in this role, you will combine advanced technical proficiency in cardiovascular imaging with a meticulous eye for detail, a commitment to patient safety, and a drive for continuous learning within a dynamic and collaborative Cath Lab team.

• Clinical/Technical Skills: Utilizes technology, procedures, protocols, standards and interventions specific to assigned unit.
• Recognizes emergency situations (including life threatening arrhythmias) and responds effectively and appropriately.
• Notifies the RN/Physician with rhythm changes in a proactive approach.
• Validates clinical alarms.
• Anticipates patient/unit needs during emergency/code situations without requiring direction.
• Safely operates and maintains unit equipment.

Job Requirements

Required

• Registry Certified as a Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist (RCIS).
• Cardiac catheterization laboratory with demonstrated knowledge of cardiacr hythms, and cardiac hemodynamics.
• Basic Life Support from the American Heart Association.
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support.

Preferred

• Radiology Technician with current x-ray and fluroscopy license.

Where You'll Work

Founded in 1967, Dignity Health – Mercy San Juan Medical Center is a 377‑bed, acute care, nonprofit hospital located in Carmichael, California. Serving over 100,000 patients annually, the hospital offers a full complement of services including a Level II Trauma Center, Level III NICU, heart care, cancer care, women’s health, and neurology. Additionally, Mercy San Juan Medical Center has been recognized as an LGBTQ+ Healthcare Equality Leader by the Human Rights Campaign Foundation. It is a Comprehensive Stroke Center, the highest level of stroke care certification awarded by The Joint Commission.

One Community. One Mission. One California

Pay Range

$79.98 - $79.98 /hour