What are the responsibilities and job description for the Cardiovascular Technologist position at Stillwater Medical?
Join our highly skilled and experienced team of Cardiologists, Rad Techs, and RNs in the Cath Lab. Our lab has a collaborative environment, as we work together to save lives and better the outcomes of our patients. Stillwater Medical's Heart and Vascular Institute (HVI) was built in 2019 to meet the needs of our growing community. We have two labs, a procedure room, and an eight bed pre/post area.
Details:
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Full-time position. The lab is open M - F from 0700 - 1530.
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Call for cardiac emergencies is an important way we serve our community. This position takes call around 10 shifts per month. Must be able to report to work within 30 minutes of being called.
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Flexible scheduling possibilities. Let's talk about your needs and what that might look like at Stillwater Medical.
Why choose Stillwater Medical as a Cardiovascular Technologist?
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On Modern Healthcare's Best Places to Work since 2012
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Competitive wage, shift differentials, and generous call pay
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Excellent benefits
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Award-winning culture and work environment
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A place where teamwork matters
Questions before applying? Please email recruiter@stillwater-medical.org
JOB SUMMARY:
Under the supervision of a licensed cardiologist, provides technical support and assistance to the physician diagnosing and treating cardiac and peripheral disease and cardiac arrythmias in the Cath Lab. Includes but is not limited to diagnostic and interventional angiography procedures, pacemaker/ICD implantation, electrophysiology procedures, and other interventional cardiac/vascular procedures. Provides patient care, operates equipment, and performs scrub, circulator and hemodynamic monitoring duties during procedures using clinical knowledge, technical skills, and professional judgement in accordance with professional and departmental standards and protocols. Must have a strong work ethic and ability to multitask in a high-stress environment.
QUALIFICATIONS:
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Minimum one (1) year of experience in the Cardiac Cath Lab
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ARRT, RCIS, or RCES.
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Current CPR card or completion of course within 30 days of hire.
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Current ACLS certification within 3 months employment.
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Advanced ECG interpretation skills required.
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Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
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Knowledge of anatomy and radiation exposure required.
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Proficiency in radiation safety practices required.
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Core customer service skills required.
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Strong computer skills required.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
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Able to work in latex-burdened environment.
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Must have strength and stamina for prolonged walking and standing.
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Able to frequently lift up to 60 lbs., reach, pull, bend, stoop, and kneel.
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Demonstrates adequate vision, or correctable with glasses/contacts, to read, write, and evaluate medical images.
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Able to hear, or correctable with hearing devices, and able to talk to converse with others in person and over the telephone.
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Able to hear, see, and feel to accurately observe, monitor, and administer care.
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Possess fine motor skills and hand/eye coordination to give care.
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Must have adequate perception of sounds or adequate hearing with corrections.
