Cardiovascular Technologist II- Cath Lab/ Downtown-1 10am-8pm

C002 Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA); United States; On-site; USD 60,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA) seeks a Cardiovascular Technologist II to join the Cardiac Cath Lab. You will work with physicians and a clinical team to diagnose and treat cardiac and peripheral vascular disease in a fast-paced environment.

The role focuses on invasive cardiovascular procedures, hemodynamic monitoring, sterile technique, and advancing cardiovascular expertise while contributing to high-quality patient care.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent education/experience.
• Graduation from an accredited Invasive Cardiovascular Technology program or qualifying equivalent education/experience.
• Alternatively, graduation from an accredited school of radiologic technology with one year of radiologic experience and RCIS/RCES/CEPS/RT(R)CI certification within two years of hire.
• BLS and ACLS certification within specified timelines.

Responsibilities

• Be part of the procedure team during diagnostic and interventional cardiovascular procedures.
• Perform scrub duties for cardiac interventions and right/left heart catheterizations and related peripheral procedures.
• Monitor ECG rhythms and hemodynamic waveforms; document interventions and equipment in the EMR log.
• Prepare and maintain sterile technique; ensure supplies and safety equipment are ready; assist with patient transport and procedural readiness.

Skills

Invasive cardiovascular procedures

Hemodynamic monitoring

Sterile technique

Advanced cardiac care

Teamwork

Communication

Patient safety

Education

Bachelor's degree

Invasive Cardiovascular Technology program

Radiologic technology certification

Tools

EMR system

Job description

Job Description Summary Build Your Career in Advanced Cardiovascular Care Are you ready to take your clinical skills to the next level and build a career in cardiovascular care? Join our Cardiac Cath Lab team as a Cardiovascular Technologist II and gain hands-on experience working alongside physicians and an experienced clinical team while helping diagnose and treat cardiac and peripheral vascular disease. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated cardiovascular or radiologic technology professional who wants to develop specialized skills in a fast-paced, highly collaborative procedural environment.

Entity Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA) Worker Type Employee Worker Sub-Type Regular Cost Center CC003720 COL - Cath Lab (DMC)

Pay Rate Type Hourly Pay Grade Health-28

Scheduled Weekly Hours 40 Work Shift Job Description ******$30,000 or $20,000 Sign on Bonus***********

Work Schedule: 10am-8pm

Why Join Our Cardiovascular Team?

As a Cardiovascular Technologist II, you won't just observe—you'll be an active member of the procedural team. You'll develop expertise in invasive cardiovascular procedures, hemodynamic monitoring, sterile technique, and advanced cardiac care while making a meaningful difference for patients.

What You'll Do

• Be Part of the Procedure Team
• Work alongside physicians and clinical team members during diagnostic and interventional cardiovascular procedures, including cardiac catheterizations and peripheral vascular procedures.
• Develop Specialized Cardiovascular Skills
• Perform scrub duties for cardiac interventions and right and left heart catheterizations while building expertise in peripheral diagnostic and interventional procedures.
• Work with Advanced Clinical Technology
• Monitor ECG rhythms and hemodynamic waveforms, accurately record procedural information, and document interventions and equipment in the EMR procedure log.
• Support Safe, High-Quality Patient Care
• Prepare procedure rooms, maintain sterile technique, perform safety equipment checks, ensure necessary supplies are available, and assist with patient transportation and procedural readiness.
• Grow Your Cardiovascular Career
• Expand your clinical knowledge and work toward advanced cardiovascular credentials while gaining valuable experience in an invasive cardiovascular environment.

Required License Certification and Registration

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent education/experience
• Graduation from an accredited Invasive Cardiovascular Technology program or qualifying equivalent education/experience and applicable certification
• Alternatively, graduation from an accredited school of radiologic technology with one year of radiologic experience RCIS, RCES, CEPS, or RT(R)CI certification as required within the first two years of hire BLS certification ACLS certification within three months of hire
• Strong teamwork, communication, attention to detail, and commitment to patient safety

Additional Job Description Physical Requirements:

• Ability to perform job functions while standing. (Continuous)
• Ability to perform job functions while sitting. (Continuous)
• Ability to perform job functions while walking. (Continuous)
• Ability to climb stairs. (Infrequent)
• Ability to work indoors. (Continuous)
• Ability to work outside in temperature extremes. (Infrequent)
• Ability to work from elevated areas. (Frequent)
• Ability to work in confined/cramped spaces. (Frequent)
• Ability to perform job functions from kneeling positions. (Infrequent)
• Ability to bend at the waist. (Continuous)
• Ability to twist at the waist. (Frequent)
• Ability to squat and perform job functions. (Frequent)
• Ability to perform "pinching" operations. (Frequent)
• Ability to perform gross motor activities with fingers and hands. (Continuous)
• Ability to perform firm grasping with fingers and hands. (Continuous)
• Ability to perform fine manipulation with fingers and hands. (Continuous)
• Ability to reach overhead. (Frequent)
• Ability to perform repetitive motions with hands/wrists/elbows and shoulders. (Continuous)
• Ability to fully use both legs. (Continuous)
• Ability to use lower extremities for balance and coordination. (Frequent)
• Ability to reach in all directions. (Continuous)
• Ability to lift and carry 50 lbs. unassisted. (Infrequent)
• Ability to lift/lower objects 50 lbs. from/to floor from/to 36 inches unassisted. (Infrequent)
• Ability to lift from 36" to overhead 25 lbs. (Infrequent)
• Ability to exert up to 50 lbs. of force. (Frequent)
• Examples include: To transfer a 100 lb. patient that cannot assist in the transfer requires 50 lbs. of force. For every 100 additional pounds, assistance will be required from another healthcare worker. 20 lbs. of force is needed to push a 400 lb. patient in a wheelchair on carpet. 25 lbs. of force is required to push a stretcher with a patient with one hand.
• Ability to maintain 20/40 vision, corrected, in one eye or with both eyes. (Continuous)
• Ability to see and recognize objects close at hand or at a distance. (Continuous)
• Ability to match or discriminate between colors. (Continuous)
• Ability to determine distance/relationship between objects; depth perception. (Continuous)
• Good peripheral vision capabilities. (Continuous)
• Ability to maintain hearing acuity, with correction. (Continuous)
• Ability to perform gross motor functions with frequent fine motor movements. (Continuous)
• Ability to deal effectively with stressful situations. (Continuous)
• Ability to work rotating shifts. (Frequent)
• Ability to work overtime as required.
• Ability to work in a latex safe environment. (Continuous)
• Ability to maintain tactile sensory functions.
• *Ability to maintain good olfactory sensory function*
• Ability to be qualified physically for respirator use, initially and as required.

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