Cardiovascular Technologist

Norman Regional Health System; Oklahoma; On-site; USD 60,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Norman Regional Health System is seeking a Cardiovascular Technologist to join our Healthcare & Medical Services team. You will perform diagnostic and interventional cardiovascular procedures, assist physicians in the cath lab, and ensure accurate imaging and hemodynamic monitoring.

You will provide compassionate, patient-centered care while maintaining safety and quality standards. We offer a supportive, team-focused environment with strong emphasis on lifelong learning, continuing education,

Qualifications

• Operation of cardiac catheterization and angiography imaging equipment.
• Hemodynamic monitoring and interpretation of basic waveforms and pressures.
• Knowledge of cardiac anatomy, physiology, and common cardiovascular pathologies.
• Radiation safety principles and dose minimization techniques.
• Sterile technique and infection prevention in invasive procedures.
• Vascular access support and management.
• Contrast media handling and safety.
• ECG/EKG monitoring and recognition of basic arrhythmias.
• Basic and advanced life support skills in a procedural environment.
• Accurate clinical documentation and use of EHR.
• Effective communication with physicians, nurses, patients, and families.
• Teamwork in high-acuity and time-sensitive clinical situations.
• Time management and organizational skills in a fast-paced procedural area.

Responsibilities

• Assist cardiologists with diagnostic and interventional cardiovascular procedures (e.g., cardiac catheterizations, angiograms, peripheral interventions).
• Prepare procedure rooms, equipment, and supplies according to protocol and sterile technique.
• Verify patient identity, review histories, and help explain procedures to patients and families.
• Perform patient preparation including positioning, monitoring setup, and IV lines as directed.
• Operate imaging systems and hemodynamic monitoring equipment during procedures.
• Accurately record and document images, measurements, and hemodynamic data.
• Monitor patient status and vital signs, promptly reporting significant changes to the provider.
• Assist with vascular access, contrast administration setup, and device preparation during procedures.
• Maintain radiation safety practices for patients, self, and team members.
• Support emergency cardiovascular interventions, including STEMI and other urgent cases.
• Participate in on-call rotation, responding to after-hours and weekend cardiovascular emergencies as scheduled.
• Maintain, calibrate, and troubleshoot specialized cath lab and cardiovascular equipment.
• Stock, organize, and manage inventory of supplies and devices for cardiovascular procedures.
• Follow all infection prevention, quality, and safety standards and contribute to quality improvement initiatives.
• Engage in continuing education, competencies, and team training to support professional growth and high-quality patient care.

Skills

Cardiac catheterization imaging

Hemodynamic monitoring

Cardiac anatomy & physiology

Radiation safety

Sterile technique

Vascular access support

Contrast media handling

ECG monitoring

Life support skills

EHR documentation

Effective communication

Teamwork under pressure

Time management

Job description

Norman Regional Health System, a multi-campus provider serving the greater Norman area, is seeking a Cardiovascular Technologist to join our Healthcare & Medical Services team. In this role, you'll perform diagnostic and interventional cardiovascular procedures, assist physicians in the cath lab, and ensure accurate imaging and hemodynamic monitoring. You'll provide compassionate, patient-centered care while maintaining safety and quality standards. We offer a supportive, team-focused environment with strong emphasis on lifelong learning, continuing education, and career growth, all while contributing to the health of our community.

Responsibilities

• Assist cardiologists with diagnostic and interventional cardiovascular procedures (e.g., cardiac catheterizations, angiograms, peripheral interventions)


• Prepare procedure rooms, equipment, and supplies according to protocol and sterile technique


• Verify patient identity, review histories, and help explain procedures to patients and families


• Perform patient preparation including positioning, monitoring setup, and IV lines as directed


• Operate imaging systems and hemodynamic monitoring equipment during procedures


• Accurately record and document images, measurements, and hemodynamic data


• Monitor patient status and vital signs, promptly reporting significant changes to the provider


• Assist with vascular access, contrast administration setup, and device preparation during procedures


• Maintain radiation safety practices for patients, self, and team members


• Support emergency cardiovascular interventions, including STEMI and other urgent cases


• Participate in on-call rotation, responding to after-hours and weekend cardiovascular emergencies as scheduled


• Maintain, calibrate, and troubleshoot specialized cath lab and cardiovascular equipment


• Stock, organize, and manage inventory of supplies and devices for cardiovascular procedures


• Follow all infection prevention, quality, and safety standards and contribute to quality improvement initiatives


• Engage in continuing education, competencies, and team training to support professional growth and high-quality patient care

Required Skills

• Operation of cardiac catheterization and angiography imaging equipment


• Hemodynamic monitoring and interpretation of basic waveforms and pressures


• Knowledge of cardiac anatomy, physiology, and common cardiovascular pathologies


• Radiation safety principles and dose minimization techniques


• Sterile technique and infection prevention in invasive procedures


• Vascular access support and management


• Contrast media handling and safety


• ECG/EKG monitoring and recognition of basic arrhythmias


• Basic and advanced life support skills in a procedural environment


• Equipment troubleshooting and basic maintenance for cath lab systems


• Accurate clinical documentation and use of electronic health records (EHR)


• Effective communication with physicians, nurses, patients, and families


• Teamwork in high-acuity and time-sensitive clinical situations


• Time management and organizational skills in a fast-paced procedural area