Invasive Cardiovascular Technologist (Cath Lab)

MedStar Health; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 49,000 - 89,000; Full time

Job summary

MedStar Health in Washington, DC area seeks a Cardiovascular Laboratory Technologist to support a multidisciplinary Cath Lab across service lines and diagnostic cardiac procedures. Responsibilities include assisting with invasive cardiovascular procedures, preparing equipment, monitoring hemodynamics, and ensuring room readiness.

The role requires an Associate's degree (Bachelor's preferred), and certifications RCIS/RCVT/RT, CPR/ACLS, with at least six months of cath lab experience.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree required.
• EKG/hemodynamic monitoring required.
• RCIS or RCVT or RT certification required.
• CPR/ACLS within 90 days required.
• Minimum six months in cardiovascular lab or related experience.

Responsibilities

• Performs assorted patient care for adults including starting IVs, EKG monitoring, and prepping patients.
• Assists with invasive cardiovascular procedures (R/L heart catheterizations, PTCA, pacemakers, electrophysiology studies, etc.).
• Performs quality control on X-ray console/equipment and image processing.
• Assists physicians during procedures and manages arterial/venous sheaths post-procedure.
• Records hemodynamic data and maintains lab readiness for cases.
• Participates in orientation and inventory management for Cath Lab.

Education

Associate's degree

Bachelor's degree preferred

Job description

MedStar Health in Washington, DC area seeks a Cardiovascular Laboratory Technologist to support a multidisciplinary Cath Lab across service lines and diagnostic cardiac procedures. Responsibilities include assisting with invasive cardiovascular procedures, preparing equipment, monitoring hemodynamics, and ensuring room readiness.

The role requires an Associate's degree (Bachelor's preferred), and certifications RCIS/RCVT/RT, CPR/ACLS, with at least six months of cath lab experience.