Registered Cardiovascular Technician (RCVT)

RCVT - Registered Cardiovascular Technician

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Requirements (duties include but are not limited to)

• Provide clinical assistance in the cardiac catheterization lab.
• Set up the lab for procedures.
• Assist the cardiologist during procedures.
• Provide assistance in other cardiopulmonary service areas at the discretion of the Cardiology Element Chief.
• Educate and train new cardiac catheterization lab technicians.
• Maintain cardiac catheterization lab supplies.
• Assist with ordering and maintaining supplies for the cardio service.
• Ensure all equipment is properly cleaned and stored at the end of each work shift.
• Ensure preventive maintenance and routine cleaning are performed as directed.
• Ensure a safe work environment and employee safe work habits.
• Provide patients with the utmost care and attention. All patients shall be assured of their privacy and personal dignity.
• Prepare all documentation to meet or exceed established standards of the MTF.

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited Registered Cardiovascular Technician Certification (RCVT) program.
• Must have a minimum of two years professional Cardiac Catheterization experience. The technician must have worked full time or part time (greater than 20hrs/week) as a professional Cardiac Catheterization technician for at least 12 months in the last 24 months.
• Must have and maintain Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.