Invasive Cardiovascular Technologist in Training

Intermountain Healthcare Inc.; Colorado; On-site; USD 41,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Intermountain Health is seeking an Invasive Cardiovascular Technologist in Training at Saint Joseph Hospital in Denver, CO. This role supports a clinical team during cardiac catheterization procedures, with supervision by an RN and under a mentor.

You will participate in room prep, post‑procedure turnover, and develop skills in monitoring, physiology, and equipment use, while pursuing career growth within a collaborative, patient-centered environment.

Qualifications

• Current license or certification in state of practice is required.
• BLS certification for healthcare providers is required.
• ACLS must be completed prior to working on‑call.
• Demonstrated clinical experience in related roles (LPN, RT, EKG, radiology tech).

Responsibilities

• Participate in procedure room preparation and post‑procedure turnover, and inventory control.
• Develop patient assessment and monitoring skills to inform the physician of deviations during the procedure.
• Develop knowledge of cardiopulmonary pathophysiology, pharmacology, anomalies and treatment options.
• Develop knowledge of invasive, diagnostic and interventional supplies and their use.
• Assist as a circulating, scrub, or monitoring tech according to lab policies and scope of practice.
• Understand x-ray generation, safety, and operation of imaging equipment.
• Make hemodynamic recordings, calculations and interpretations.
• Provide patient education and emotional support to patients and families.
• Document procedures and events thoroughly and accurately.
• Operate, calibrate and troubleshoot equipment in the cath lab.

Skills

Patient Assessment

Cardiopulmonary Pathophysiology

Procedural Assistance

Patient Education

Equipment Operation

Critical Thinking

Taking Initiative

Problem Solving

Health Language Fluency

Communication & Collaboration

Education

Current license or certification in state of practice

BLS Certification

ACLS required prior to on‑call

Clinical experience in LPN/RRT/EKG/Radiology Tech

Job description

Job Description

During completion of training, the CV Invasive Specialist performs duties necessary for cardiac catheterization procedures at a technical and professional level requiring proctoring and supervision of technical detail. Performs a variety of technical procedures that require supervised judgment. Assumes responsibility and initiative for designated areas and procedures as required under the direction of assigned mentor. Follows Society of Invasive Cardiovascular Professionals Scope of Practice. An RN will be present to supervise the care of patients during moderate sedation.

Posting Specifics

Shift Details: Full-time (40 Hours), Variable, 10‑hour days (4/10's), on call shifts

Unit/Location: Saint Joseph Hospital

Additional Details: Please review Minimum Qualifications listed below before applying.

Are you interested in advancing your career while helping people live the healthiest lives possible?

As an Invasive Cardiovascular Technologist in Training at Intermountain Health, you will play a vital role in supporting our clinical team, ensuring our patients receive the best care. At Intermountain, you will be part of a team that values career advancement, innovation and collaboration, where your skills are valued, and your contributions make a lasting impact.

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As an Invasive Cardiovascular Technologist in Training at Intermountain Health, you will play a vital role in supporting our clinical team, ensuring our patients receive the best care by:

• Participate in procedure room preparation and post procedure turn around, and inventory control.
• Develop patient assessment and monitoring skills to inform the physician of deviations from normal criteria throughout the procedure.
• Develop a knowledge base of cardiopulmonary pathophysiology, pharmacology, anatomic anomalies, and specific treatment options.
• Develop specific knowledge of invasive, diagnostic and interventional supplies, appropriate indications and applications, and proper use and deployment techniques.
• Develop an understanding of and begin to provide procedural assistance as a circulating tech, scrub tech, or monitoring tech, according to cath lab policies and procedures and Scope of Practice documents.
• Develop an understanding of the principles of x-ray generation, safety, and the operation of imaging equipment.
• Make hemodynamic recordings, calculations, and interpretations.
• Provide patient education and emotional support for both patient and family members as needed.
• Provide thorough and accurate documentation of each procedure and associated events.
• Develop skills in operating, calibrating and troubleshooting all equipment in the Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory.

Skills

• Patient Assessment and Monitoring
• Cardiopulmonary Pathophysiology
• Procedural Assistance
• Patient Education
• Equipment Operation and Troubleshooting
• Critical Thinking
• Taking Initiative
• Problem-solving
• Health Language Fluency
• Communication and Collaboration

Minimum Qualifications

• Current applicable license or certification in state of practice.
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• Basic Life Support Certification (BLS) for healthcare providers.
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• ACLS required prior to working on‑call.
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• Demonstrated relevant clinical experience, which may include work as an LPN, Respiratory Therapist, EKG, tech, or Radiology Tech.

Physical Requirements

• Ongoing need for employee to see and read information, labels, assess patient needs, operate monitors, identify equipment and supplies.
• Frequent interactions with patient care providers, patients, and visitors that require employee to verbally communicate as well as hear and understand spoken information, alarms, needs, and issues quickly and accurately, particularly during emergency situations.
• Manual dexterity of hands and fingers to manipulate complex and delicate equipment with precision and accuracy. This includes frequent computer use and typing for documenting patient care, accessing needed information, medication preparation, etc.
• Expected to lift and utilize full range of movement to transfer patients. Will also bend to retrieve, lift, and carry supplies and equipment. Typically includes items of varying weights, up to and including heavy items.
• Need to walk and assist with transporting/ambulating patients and obtaining and distributing supplies and equipment. This includes pushing/pulling gurneys and portable equipment, including heavy items. Often required to navigate crowded and busy rooms (full of equipment, power cords on the floor, etc.)
• May be expected to stand in a stationary position for an extended period of time.
• For roles requiring driving: Expected to drive a vehicle which requires sitting, seeing and reading signs, traffic signals, and other vehicles.

Location

Saint Joseph Hospital

Work City

Denver

Work State

Colorado

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

The hourly range for this position is listed below. Actual hourly rate dependent upon experience.

$29.43 - $45.39

We care about your well-being - mind, body, and spirit - which is why we provide our caregivers a generous benefits package that covers a wide range of programs to foster a sustainable culture of wellness that encompasses living healthy, happy, secure, connected, and engaged.

Learn more about our comprehensive benefits package here .

By applying for a position with Intermountain, I acknowledge that I will comply with all applicable Intermountain policies and expectations. If applying for a remote or hybrid role, this includes remote work expectations related to confidentiality, information security, work schedules, conflicts of interest, and use of company equipment. I further acknowledge that outside employment or activities may not interfere with job responsibilities or create a conflict of interest with Intermountain. Actual or reasonably perceived conflicts may be grounds for disqualification from consideration or, if hired, corrective action up to and including termination of employment.

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