Cardiovascular Technologist II

CHI; Little Rock (AR); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Cardiovascular Technologist to enhance patient care in a dynamic cath lab environment. In this role, you will perform crucial diagnostic and therapeutic procedures, ensuring the highest standards of patient safety and care. Your expertise in operating advanced imaging equipment and your commitment to quality will play a vital role in assisting physicians in diagnosing and treating cardiovascular diseases. With a focus on innovation and social justice, this position offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact in healthcare while enjoying a comprehensive benefits package, including a generous sign-on bonus.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

FSA

Matching Retirement Plans

Paid Vacation

Adoption Assistance

Qualifications

• Graduate from an approved CVT Program and possess ARRT and Arkansas licenses.
• Two years experience in a Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory required.

Responsibilities

• Perform diagnostic and therapeutic procedures in the cath lab.
• Maintain and troubleshoot radiology equipment to prevent failures.

Skills

Patient Positioning Techniques

Sterile Techniques

Radiology Equipment Maintenance

Cardiac Catheterization Experience

ACLS Certification

BLS Certification

Education

Graduate from an approved CVT Program

Current Radiology License (ARRT)

Current Arkansas State License (MRAD:AR)

Tools

IVUS

Pressure Wire

Rotablator

IMPELLA

Atherectomy Devices

Laser

Angiojet

Job description

Responsibilities

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

Sign-On Bonus

We are offering a $15,000 Sign-On Bonus to new hires who meet the eligibility requirements.

Qualifications

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

Benefits

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!

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 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.

About CHI St Vincent Infirmary

It is a 600-bed faith-based, non-profit, acute care facility providing quality healthcare to patients and communities from all over 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 delivering care in innovative ways, you belong with us.