Cardiovascular Technologist     

Job Code: 26007    

 

Position Summary

Responsible for procedures in the cardiac cath lab specialty. Responsible for performing diagnostic and interventional cardiac catheterizations and other related procedures. Provides diagnostic aid by conducting organ or body scans on patients.

 

Responsibilities

•    Inserts small catheters into the blood vessels and into the heart or other organs and structures so that X-rays, angiograms and other recordings can be taken to determine the function of the structure or organ 

•    Adheres to radiation safety standards 

•    Observes patient during procedure and reports abnormal activity

•    Correctly scrub, monitor and circulate procedures in catheterization laboratory and/or hybrid OR

•    Performs a variety of tasks

•    Performs other related duties as assigned

•    Familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within the field 

•    Regular and predictable attendance is an essential job function

•    Competent to meet age specific needs of the unit assigned

 

Requirements and Minimum Qualifications

•    Graduate of an approved Cardiovascular Invasive Technology training program or 2 years’ experience in a related field required

•    12 months’ prior experience as a cardiovascular invasive technologist preferred

•    Must be actively rotating and working in each laboratory specialty or procedures within a year of hire

•    Completes initial and ongoing training and competencies as defined by laboratory specialties

•    BLS required

•    ACLS within 6 months of hire

•    Must be available to be on call, as needed, and able to arrive at the hospital within 30 minutes of a page when on call

 

Working Conditions

•    Must be able to lift and move up to 35 lbs.

•    Must be able to maintain a standing and/or sitting position 

•    Typical equipment used in a clinical job

•    Must be able to stoop, crouch or bend

•    Must be able to push, pull or transport heavy equipment

 

About Kootenai Health:

 

Kootenai Health is a highly esteemed healthcare organization serving patients throughout northern Idaho and the Inland Northwest. We have been recognized with many accolades and distinctions, including being a Gallup Great Workplace, No. 1 Best Place to Work in Large Healthcare Organizations, and Magnet™ Status for Nursing Excellence. We pride ourselves on our outstanding reputation as an employer and a healthcare provider.

 

As your next employer, we are excited to offer you:

 

Kootenai Health offers comprehensive medical plan options, including options for fully paid employer premiums for our full-time employees. For part-time employees, we offer the same plan options with affordable part-time premiums. In addition to medical insurance, we offer many voluntary benefits ranging from dental and vision to life and pet insurance. Kootenai Health also offers well-being resources and telemedicine service options to all employees, regardless of benefit eligibility. Benefits begin on the 1st of the month following 30 days of employment. Kootenai Health’s tuition assistance program is available after 90 days. If you want to further your education, we'll help you pay for it Kootenai Health sponsors retirement plans for employees that enable you to save money on a pre-tax and Roth after tax basis for your retirement. Kootenai Health will match your contributions based on years of service ranging from 3-6 percent. Competitive salaries with night, weekend, and PRN shift differentials An award-winning and incentive-driven wellness program. Including a MyHealth corporate team, onsite financial seminars, and coaching Employees receive discounts at The Wellness Bar, PEAK Fitness, and more Robust and interactive employee referral program And much more

 

 

Kootenai Health provides exceptional support for extraordinary careers. If you want to work on a high-quality, person-centered healthcare team, we can't wait to meet you!

 

Apply today! You can also contact the HR Front Desk at 208-625-4620 or email careers@kh.org with any questions.  

 

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