Invasive Cardiovascular Technologist III - 30hrs/week, Days

Albany Med; City of Albany (NY); On-site; Part time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is seeking a skilled Invasive Cardiovascular Technologist III to join their dynamic team. This part-time role requires expertise in cardiovascular procedures and the ability to work closely with Interventional Cardiologists. The ideal candidate will be adept at manipulating instrumentation, maintaining sterile environments, and anticipating the needs of the medical team. With a commitment to excellence in patient care, this position offers a chance to make a significant impact in a vital healthcare setting. Join a dedicated group of professionals at a leading institution in New York's Capital Region, where your skills will be valued and your contributions will matter.

Benefits

Outstanding employee benefits

Career advancement opportunities

Qualifications

• 1-3 years experience in cardiovascular specialty required.
• RCIS, ABLS, PALS, and ACLS certifications required.

Responsibilities

• Involved in all phases of the peri-procedural process.
• Responsible for supplies and equipment during procedures.
• Function independently for basic procedures with minimal supervision.

Skills

Cardiovascular Anatomy Knowledge

Emergency Preparedness

Instrumentation Manipulation

Sterile Field Maintenance

Education

Associate's Degree

Cardiovascular Training Program

Allied Health Program

Tools

Interventional Supplies

Job description

Invasive Cardiovascular Technologist III - 30hrs/week, Days

Apply locations: 43 New Scotland Avenue Albany, NY 12208

Time type: Part time

Posted on: Posted 11 Days Ago

Job requisition ID: 62786

Department/Unit: Adult Cardiac Cath Lab

Work Shift: Day (United States of America)

Invasive Cardiovascular Technologists are allied health professionals who perform diagnostic examinations at the request or direction of an Interventional Cardiologist during invasive cardiology, noninvasive cardiology, and/or peripheral vascular study procedures. Through subjective data collection and recording, the technologist obtains information from which a correct anatomical and physiological diagnosis may be established for each patient.

Hourly Range: $26.36 - $42.18

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Actively involved in all phases of the peri-procedural process.
• Manipulates procedural instrumentation under the direct supervision of the Interventional Cardiologist.
• Responsible for supplies and equipment necessary during the invasive cardiology procedure.
• Anticipates the needs of the Interventional Cardiologist.
• Constantly vigilant for maintenance of the sterile field.
• Able to function independently for basic procedures and with minimal supervision of a senior technologist in the scrub role during advanced and highly complex procedures, and function as a circulator under the supervision of the Registered Professional Nurse (RN).
• Requires emergency on-call duties.

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree - required
• Graduate of an approved Cardiovascular Training Program - required
• Graduate from an accredited Allied Health Program - required
• 1-3 years in the cardiovascular specialty - required
• Demonstrates familiarity with and working knowledge of normal vs. abnormal cardiovascular anatomy, physiology, radiation safety, interventional supplies, and equipment operation.
• Able to anticipate and prepare for the necessary treatment if adverse events occur intra-procedure.
• Able to anticipate and prepare necessary equipment for emergency procedures.
• RCIS - Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist Upon Hire - required
• ABLS - Advanced Burn Life Support Upon Hire - required
• PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support Upon Hire - required
• ACLS Upon Hire - required

Thank you for your interest in Albany Medical Center!

Albany Medical is an equal opportunity employer.

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About Us

Albany Med is the centerpiece of medicine, research, and medical education in New York’s Capital Region and is the area's largest private employer with more than 10,000 employees.

Albany Med offers excellent career opportunities in a wide range of roles in both patient care and administration. We value all our staff members and offer outstanding employee benefits.

Anchored in the state’s historic capital city, Albany Med offers a full range of outpatient and inpatient care and is home to the region’s largest hospital, only Level 1 trauma center, and only children’s hospital. The downtown campus also offers opportunities at Albany Medical College.

Albany Med partners with Columbia Memorial Health, Saratoga Hospital, and Glens Falls Hospital to form the Albany Med Health System, serving more than three million people over 25 counties.