Cardiovascular Technologist II

Catholic Health Initiatives; Little Rock (AR); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a dedicated Cardiovascular Technologist to join their team. In this vital role, you will perform diagnostic and therapeutic procedures to assist physicians in treating patients with cardiovascular disease. Your expertise in imaging techniques, patient safety, and equipment maintenance will be crucial in delivering exceptional care. With a commitment to social justice and health equity, this organization offers a supportive environment where your contributions can make a meaningful impact. Join a team that values innovation and excellence in patient care.

Benefits

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

Matching retirement plans

Paid vacation

Adoption assistance

Qualifications

• Graduate from an approved CVT Program and possess necessary licenses.
• Two years of experience in a Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory.

Responsibilities

• Perform accurate imaging and patient positioning.
• Apply sterile techniques and maintain safety practices.
• Troubleshoot and maintain radiology equipment.

Skills

Diagnostic imaging

Sterile techniques

Mechanical aptitude

Radiation safety practices

Patient positioning techniques

Education

Graduate from an approved CVT Program

Current Radiology License (ARRT)

Current Arkansas State License (MRAD:AR)

Current American Heart Association ACLS certification

Current American Heart Association BLS certification

Tools

IVUS

Pressure wire

Rotablator

IMPELLA

Atherectomy devices

Laser

Angiojet

Job description

Overview

As our Cardiovascular Technologist at CHI St Vincent, you will help deliver excellent patient care by performing diagnostic and therapeutic procedures to assist physicians in diagnosing and treating patients with cardiovascular disease in the cath lab setting.

Every day you’ll independently operate all ancillary equipment in the lab including but not limited to: IVUS, pressure wire, rotablator, IMPELLA, atherectomy devices, laser and angiojet. You will demonstrate competencies in scrubbing techniques of all diagnostic and interventional procedures, utilize good radiation safety practices and you will make a positive impact on internal and external customers.

To be successful in this role, you’ll need to fully understand the importance of diagnostic imaging. This includes knowledge of the general imaging workflow, various patient positioning techniques, and capturing clear results for timely and accurate diagnosis.

CHI St Vincent Infirmary is a 600 bed faith-based, non-profit, acute care facility providing quality health care to patients and communities from all over the State of Arkansas. Our level II trauma center is a regional referral center for cardiology, trauma, behavioral health, cancer care, neurosciences, and other specialties. We have been consistently named by US News & World Report as one of the State’s best hospitals, with high performance in heart care, colorectal surgery, and joint replacement.

If you are committed to social justice, health equity, and prepared to deliver care in new, innovative ways, you belong with us.

Responsibilities

1. Thorough and accurate imaging technique for patient positioning respective to the imaging order.
2. Routinely apply sterile techniques and quality safety practices for patients, teammates, and yourself.
3. Mechanical aptitude and confidence troubleshooting, calibrating, and maintaining radiology equipment to avoid equipment failures.

Qualifications

1. Graduate from an approved CVT Program required.
2. Current Radiology License (ARRT) required.
3. Current Arkansas State License (MRAD:AR).
4. Current American Heart Association ACLS and BLS certifications.
5. Two (2) years of current experience as a CRT with hands-on scrub experience within a Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory.
6. Experience as cardiovascular monitoring technologist to include but not limited to A-Line and IV insertion and all modalities within the Cath Lab.

While you’re busy impacting the healthcare industry, we’ll take care of you with benefits that include health/dental/vision, FSA, matching retirement plans, paid vacation, adoption assistance, and more!

Pay Range

$32.72 - $47.45 /hour

We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.