Cardiovascular Technician

Formal Education / Training:
1. High school diploma or equivalent.
2. RCIS preferred (must have within 6 month of hire) or any TN state licensure that allows for the administration of medication. Must be in compliance with CE Requirements.
3. BLS within 90 days of hire.
4. Must respond to hospital within thirty minutes for “on call” requirements.

 
Workplace Experience:
At least one year of direct patient care experience

Equipment and Skills Training:
Meditech computer system, Site Rite, Proficient use of guidewires, catheters and other necessary supplies.

Physical Environment:
Hospital setting, sterile patient testing room(s)

Physical Effort:
* Communicate clearly, both verbally and in writing.
* Prolonged standing, walking, bending, stooping, and lifting (50 lbs.)
* Ability to transport patients on stretchers or beds up to 250lbs dependently or independently
* Make appropriate judgement decisions in urgent or emergency situations.
* Ability to work well under pressure response.

Key Results:
Assembles table for all procedures and maintains sterile field.
Demonstrates working knowledge of necessary equipment.
Ability to locate needed supplies/equipment in a timely manner.
Handles/ transports medications/ solutions safely and in accordance with hospital and departmental policies and procedures.
Documents accurately and timely.
Communicates with physician(s) and other team members (patient information, scheduling information, supplies needed)
Ability to reproduce exams on CD/film .
Seeks opportunities to assist in other areas during downtime periods and always makes good use of time.
Working environment is clean, organized, well stocked, and free of clutter.
Works well with fellow employees to provide the most efficient use of the equipment; thus enabling the throughput of patients to be more efficient.