Entry-Level Invasive Cardiovascular Tech – Cath Lab

100 Albany Med Health System; City of Albany (NY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 97,000; Full time

Job summary

Albany Medical Center is seeking an entry-level Cardiovascular Technologist I to support diagnostic and interventional cardiovascular procedures in a high-acuity academic medical center in Albany, NY.

Through a structured orientation, the CVT I develops clinical and technical skills, including sterile technique, hemodynamic monitoring, and procedural documentation. The role offers growth within Albany Med Health System and requires BLS; ACLS and PALS within specified timeframes.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an approved Cardiovascular Technology program or qualifying post-secondary health science/allied health program.
• RCIS is preferred but not required for CVT I.
• PALS required within six months of hire.
• BLS required upon hire.
• ACLS required within six months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Complete a structured orientation and competency pathway in invasive cardiovascular technology.
• Develop proficiency in cardiovascular anatomy, coronary angiography, hemodynamics, procedural workflow, and cardiovascular equipment.
• Perform hemodynamic monitoring and procedural documentation using McKesson and Epic.
• Develop sterile technique and scrub skills beginning with diagnostic cardiac catheterization and progressing into interventional procedures based on demonstrated competency.
• Prepare procedural rooms, equipment, supplies, and devices for diagnostic and interventional cardiovascular procedures.
• Assist the multidisciplinary team during routine, complex, and emergent cardiovascular care.
• Develop the knowledge and technical skills required to recognize changes in patient condition and respond appropriately during procedural emergencies.
• Participate in the emergency on-call rotation following successful completion of orientation and required competency validation.

Education

Cardiovascular Technology program graduate

RCIS preferred but not required

PALS certification within six months of hire

BLS certification upon hire

ACLS certification within six months of hire

Job description

Albany Medical Center is seeking an entry-level Cardiovascular Technologist I to support diagnostic and interventional cardiovascular procedures in a high-acuity academic medical center in Albany, NY.

Through a structured orientation, the CVT I develops clinical and technical skills, including sterile technique, hemodynamic monitoring, and procedural documentation. The role offers growth within Albany Med Health System and requires BLS; ACLS and PALS within specified timeframes.