Catheterization Laboratory Technologist

Overview

Shift’s Available : Days w/ on-call requirement
Employment Type : Full Time
Hours : 7:00a - 4:00p
Location: Riverview Regional Medical Center – Gadsden, AL

Responsibilities

• P erform Electrocardiograms (EKGs) to measure the electrical activity of the heart, monitor the heart's rhythm, and detect abnormalities such as arrhythmias
• Work with cardiologists to assist in cardiac catheterizations for interventional procedures, to examine the heart and possibly treat blockages
• A ssist with angioplasty and stenting, minimally invasive procedures designed to open blocked arteries and aid physicians in placing stents to keep these arteries open
• M ay assist in the setup and monitoring of pacemakers and defibrillator implantations, devices that help regulate the heart's rhythm
• P repare patients for cardiovascular tests and procedures, including positioning, explaining the procedure, and ensuring patient comfort
• D uring tests and interventional procedures, monitor the patient’s vital signs (blood pressure, heart rate, etc.) and report any issues to the supervising physician
• A ssists in all aspects of invasive and noninvasive cardiac procedures

Qualifications

• ARRT-R and license as required by State or Certified Cardiovascular Technologist (CCT) or Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist (RCIS)
• BLS (AHA) required upon hire and maintain current Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) required within 30 days of hire
• Proficient computer skills

Additional Qualifications That Are a Plus

• Previous experience in a Cardiovascular Lab
• Cardiovascular Technologist training program with emphasis in invasive cardiology and hemodynamic monitoring

Benefits

Health, dental, and vision insurance options
Paid vacation, sick time and holidays
Bereavement leave, FMLA and other leave options
Employer 401K options
Tuition reimbursement options
Life, disability, and other insurance options

Pay

Bonus Amount $7,500.00 Bonus Information Sign-On Bonus Available for Qualified Candidates. Eligibility and payout terms apply. Details discussed during the interview process.

Schedule

Full Time

Benefits

Many other amazing benefits
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Equal Employment Opportunity

Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. Company prohibits discrimination against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (subject to applicable law), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories.