Cardiovascular Technologist II

MUSC Health; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 92,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading medical institution in Charleston, SC is seeking a Cardiovascular Technologist I to assist in diagnosing and treating cardiac diseases. Responsibilities include supporting physicians and ensuring high-quality patient care during catheterization procedures. Candidates must possess an Associate's Degree and relevant certifications. The role offers an engaging work environment with a focus on patient wellness and collaboration with a dedicated team.

Qualifications

• 1 year of experience as a Cardiovascular Technologist I or similar expertise.
• Certification from South Carolina Radiation Quality Standards Association required.
• Current AHA BLS certification or equivalent.
• SC Radiation Quality Standards Association licensure required.
• Current BLS certification (AHA or Red Cross).

Responsibilities

• Assist physicians in diagnosing and treating cardiac and peripheral vascular diseases.
• Function as a resource to staff during procedures.
• Serve as a resource to staff in the Cath Lab.

Skills

Mobility & Posture

Manual Dexterity

Communication Skills

Education

Associate's Degree or equivalent

AART, RCIS or RCES with Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI) certification

Licensure from the South Carolina Radiation Quality Standards Association

BLS certification (AHA or Red Cross Healthcare Providers)

Tools

Basic Life Support Certification

AART, RCIS OR RCES certification

Job description

Job Description Summary

Under limited supervision, the Cardiovascular Technologist I assists physicians in diagnosing and treating cardiac and peripheral vascular disease in an invasive procedure arena specializing in the care of patients undergoing basic diagnostic catheterization and interventional procedures. This role functions as a resource to staff.

Entity: Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA)

Worker Type: Employee

Worker Sub-Type: Regular

Cost Center: CC000305 CHS - Cardio Cath - Adult (ART)

Pay Rate Type: Hourly

Pay Grade: Health-28

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40

Work Shift: Day (United States of America)

Job Description

Under limited supervision, the Cardiovascular Technologist I assists physicians in diagnosing and treating cardiac and peripheral vascular disease in an invasive procedure arena specializing in the care of patients undergoing basic diagnostic catheterization and interventional procedures. This role functions as a resource to staff.

Additional Job Description

Minimum Requirements: Associate's Degree or equivalent, and 1 year of experience as a Cardiovascular Technologist I or similar expertise.

Required License Certification and Registration: Must be certified as a AART, RCIS OR RCES with Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI). Licensure from the South Carolina Radiation Quality Standards Association is required. Current American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) certification or American Red Cross BLS for Healthcare Providers certification is required.

Physical Requirements

• Mobility & Posture
• Standing: Continuous
• Sitting: Continuous
• Walking: Continuous
• Climbing stairs: Infrequent
• Working indoors: Continuous
• Working outdoors (temperature extremes): Infrequent
• Working from elevated areas: Frequent
• Working in confined/cramped spaces: Frequent
• Kneeling: Infrequent
• Bending at the waist: Continuous
• Twisting at the waist: Frequent
• Squatting: Frequent
• Manual Dexterity & Strength
• Pinching operations: Frequent
• Gross motor use (fingers/hands): Continuous
• Firm grasping (fingers/hands): Continuous
• Fine manipulation (fingers/hands): Continuous
• Reaching overhead: Frequent
• Reaching in all directions: Continuous
• Repetitive motion (hands/wrists/elbows/shoulders): Continuous
• Full use of both legs: Continuous
• Balance & coordination (lower extremities): Frequent
• Lifting & Force Requirements
• Lift/carry 50 lbs. unassisted: Infrequent
• Lift/lower 50 lbs. from floor to 36”: Infrequent
• Lift up to 25 lbs. overhead: Infrequent
• Exert up to 50 lbs. of force: Frequent
• Examples:
• Transfer 100 lb. non-ambulatory patient = 50 lbs. force
• Push 400 lb. patient in wheelchair on carpet = 20 lbs. force
• Push patient stretcher one-handed = 25 lbs. force
• Vision & Sensory
• Maintain corrected vision 20/40 (one or both eyes): Continuous
• Recognize objects (near/far): Continuous
• Color discrimination: Continuous
• Depth perception: Continuous
• Peripheral vision: Continuous
• Hearing acuity (with correction): Continuous
• Tactile sensory function: Continuous
• Gross motor with fine motor coordination: Continuous
• Selected Positions:
• Olfactory (smell) function: Continuous
• Respirator use qualification: Continuous
• Work Environment & Conditions
• Effective stress management: Continuous
• Rotating shifts: Frequent
• Overtime as required: Frequent
• Latex-safe environment: Continuous

If you like working with energetic enthusiastic individuals, you will enjoy your career with us! The Medical University of South Carolina is an Equal Opportunity Employer. MUSC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, age, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, family or parental status, or any other status protected by state laws and/or federal regulations. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment based upon applicable qualifications, merit and business need.

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