Cardiovascular Technologist

Johns Hopkins Intrastaff, the internal staffing agency for Johns Hopkins Health System and partner hospitals, offers a unique opportunity to enjoy the flexibility of temporary employment while working within one of the nation's leading healthcare organizations. Join a diverse team of world-class healthcare professionals and gain exposure to advanced technology, innovative treatments, and groundbreaking medical research.

About the role

Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center is seeking a Cardiovascular Technologist to support the Cardiology Department (Cath Lab, Stress Lab, and Nuclear Stress Lab).

Schedule

12-week contract; 7:00am - 5:30pm with on-call requirements including weekends.

Pay

$59.00 - $62.00 per hour (based on experience).

Responsibilities

• Counsels patients on the radiographic aspects of the procedures to be performed.
• Participates in the education process supplementing teaching given by physicians/nursing by informing patients, families/significant others about procedure specifics.
• Prepares patients for procedures including the accurate placement of EKG electrodes for monitoring of cardiac rhythm.
• Correctly places defibrillator pads.
• Utilizing sterile technique, prepares procedure trays, performs operating site preparation, drapes patient, and organizes instruments and supplies following established protocols.
• Operates fluoroscopy following established protocols and adjusts dose to maximize imaging while minimizing exposure to patients and clinical staff during procedure performance.
• Monitors patient vital signs during examination. Notifies attending physician of changes.
• Under the direction of the physician, demonstrates the ability to use bi-phasic defibrillator to cardiovert or defibrillate patients to terminate lethal heart rhythms.
• Obtains images, archives specific images, and manages backup of image data on radiology system. Enters data into Paceart as needed.
• Ensures proper operation of equipment. Reports equipment malfunctions to appropriate personnel. Performs equipment QC per manufacturers’ standards.
• Operates hemodynamic and electrophysiologic monitoring and stimulating equipment with minimal supervision.
• Demonstrates a strong working knowledge of complex procedure protocols for a variety of diagnostic and therapeutic procedures.

Requirements

• Work requires completion of an AMA-approved program in Radiologic Technology or equivalent, which normally is acquired in a two-year college or technical school program.
• Prefer at minimum of at least one year experience in Radiologic/Interventional procedures or completion of an advanced imaging program.
• ARRT certified with current registration required.
• Radiography license by the Maryland Board of Physicians required.
• Current CPR and ACLS certification required.