Cardiovascular Technologist II- PRN

MUSC Health; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 34,440 - 48,216; Part time

Job summary

MUSC Health is seeking a Cardiovascular Technologist II in Columbia, SC. The role involves assisting physicians in cardiac procedures, performing scrub duties, and monitoring hemodynamics. Candidates should have a Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent, at least one year of experience, and maintain relevant certifications, such as RCIS or RCES. The position requires licenses in BLS and a strong ability to perform physically demanding tasks. This opportunity embraces equal employment practices.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year experience in invasive cardiovascular procedures.
• Graduation from an accredited Invasive Cardiovascular Technology program.
• Maintain required certifications including RCIS, RCES, CEPS, or RT(R)CI.

Responsibilities

• Assist physicians in invasive cardiac procedures.
• Perform scrub duties for catheterization and interventions.
• Document hemodynamic data accurately and monitor procedures.

Skills

Cardiac intervention procedures

Scrubbing duties

ECG monitoring

Patient transport

Education

Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent

Current BLS certification

Job description

Job Description Summary

Under limited supervision, the Cardiovascular Technologist II 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

PRN

Cost Center

CC003720 COL - Cath Lab (DMC)

Pay Rate Type

Hourly

Pay Grade

Health-23

Scheduled Weekly Hours

12

Work Shift

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Job Duties

• Performs scrub duties and related procedures for cardiac interventions, left heart catheterization and right and left heart catheterization with no assistance.
• Performs scrub duties and related procedures for peripheral diagnostics or interventions with minimal assistance.
• Ability to scrub, gown, glove and set up back table with necessary equipment.
• Records cardiac interventions, left heart catheterization and right heart catheterization hemodynamics with accuracy; monitors procedure and documents inventory used and order of events in MacLab™ event log. Requirements are minimal and require occasional assistance.
• Maintains ECG set up and rhythm monitoring.
• Maintains basic hemodynamic set up and waveform monitoring.
• Assists in preparation of room with fellow staff members for safe, effective care of patient.
• Performs required checks on all safety equipment.
• Ensures adequate supplies present to perform procedures.
• Transports patients alone or accompanied by a fellow staff member.

Required Licenses, Certifications and Registrations

RCIS, RCES, CEPS, or RT(R)CI certification required within the first 2 years of hire and must be maintained. Current Basic Life Support (BLS) required, either an American Heart Association (AHA) BLS for Healthcare Providers or an American Red Cross CPR/AED for Professional Rescuer and Healthcare Provider.

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements

Education: Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent. Work Experience: Minimum of 1 year; graduation from an accredited Invasive Cardiovascular Technology program, or equivalent education and/or experience, and RCIS, RCES, CEPS, or RT(R)CI certification required; or graduation from an accredited school of radiologic technology and one year of radiologic experience. Telemetry and arterial and venous sheath removal experience preferred. Copy of academic degree or transcript required.

Physical Requirements

Ability to perform job functions while standing, sitting, and walking continuously; climb stairs infrequently; work indoors continuously; work outside in temperature extremes infrequently; work from elevated areas frequently; work in confined/cramped spaces frequently; perform job functions from kneeling positions infrequently; bend at the waist continuously; twist at the waist frequently; squat and perform job functions frequently; perform pinching operations frequently; conduct gross motor activities and fine manipulation with fingers and hands continuously; reach overhead frequently; perform repetitive motions with hands/wrists/elbows/shoulders continuously; use both legs continuously; use lower extremities for balance and coordination frequently; reach in all directions continuously; lift and carry 50 lbs. unassisted infrequently; lift/lower objects 50 lbs. from/to 36 in. unassisted infrequently; lift from 36” to overhead 25 lbs. infrequently; exert up to 50 lbs. of force frequently; maintain 20/40 vision, corrected, in one or both eyes continuously; see and recognize objects close at hand or at distance continuously; discriminate between colors continuously; determine distance/relationship, depth perception continuously; maintain good peripheral vision capabilities continuously; maintain hearing acuity, with correction, continuously; perform gross motor functions with frequent fine motor movements continuously; deal effectively with stressful situations continuously; work rotating shifts frequently; work overtime as required; work in a latex‑safe environment continuously; maintain tactile sensory functions continuously; maintain good olfactory sensory function; qualify physically for respirator use initially and as required.

Additional Job Description

Education: High School Degree or Equivalent. Work Experience: 1 year. Current American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) certification or American Red Cross BLS for Healthcare Providers certification is required.

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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