Cath Lab Tech - Cardiovascular

Site: Wentworth-Douglass Hospital Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham. Job Summary Full time position at WDH in Dover, NH. $15,000.00 Sign on Bonus & Full Benefits. We are seeking a motivated, entry-level Cath Lab Tech I to join our growing cardiovascular team. This is an excellent opportunity for recent graduates and individuals looking to launch a career in the cardiac catheterization laboratory. We welcome candidates who have recently completed a Radiologic Technology or Cardiovascular Technology program. We also encourage applicants with a degree in Exercise Physiology or those with a strong educational background in cardiology who are eager to learn and build specialized procedural skills. Our team is committed to providing comprehensive on-the-job training in cardiac catheterization procedures, sterile techniques, hemodynamic monitoring, and patient care. Candidates will gain the hands-on experience needed to develop into a skilled Cath Lab professional. After one year of qualifying clinical experience, employees will be eligible to sit for the Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist (RCIS) certification exam, providing a clear pathway for professional growth and career advancement. If you are passionate about cardiovascular care, thrive in a fast-paced clinical environment, and are eager to learn from an experienced team, we encourage you to apply. Summary: As an Interventional Cardiovascular Technologist I, you will assist with diagnostic and interventional procedures in the catheterization/electrophysiology laboratory. You will work closely with physicians and nursing staff to provide high-quality care to patients undergoing cardiac catheterization and related procedures by overseeing a variety of cardiac imaging procedures using specialized equipment and techniques to capture high-quality images of the heart during invasive cardiac interventions, as well as other direct patient care activities. You will also be responsible for preparing and stocking the lab before and after procedures, setting sterile instrument fields, and maintaining and monitoring aseptic techniques. Qualifications Education Associate's Degree in Radiology or Cardiovascular preferred or Bachelor's Degree Radiology preferred Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? Yes Licenses and Credentials Basic Life Support [BLS] required Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support [ACLS (AHA)] - preferred NH Radiologic Technologist License if Rad Tech degree graduate OR American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) preferred Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist [RCIS] - Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI) after 1 year Experience Experience in an accredited cardiac catheterization laboratory or related field 0-1 year required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities - Must possess strong interpersonal and communication skills to interact effectively with patients and promote interdisciplinary collaborative teamwork, including in emergent situations. Maintains effective working relations and communication with the department and other hospital personnel. - Must possess strong analytical and organizational abilities necessary to perform multiple diagnostic tasks. - Must demonstrate proficiency in the electronic medical record system and the hemodynamic system within 3 months. - Ability to identify and diagnose potential problems with patients or equipment, adapts priorities and plans independently with minimal direction. Escalate appropriately to leadership or the vendor as required. - Must be able to promote a customer/patient-oriented philosophy among all staff within the area. - Must use independent judgment, creativity, and initiative in a variety of situations when assisting with patient procedures. - Must be able to work under extremely stressful conditions. - Must be able to understand and operate required equipment and information systems, including, but not limited to, Mobile Aspects, Syngo dynamics, x-ray, biomedical hemodynamic system, catheter-based ultrasound, and additional modalities. - Must be physically capable of lifting (linen, supplies, patients, etc.). - Must have the ability to work with adult, elderly patients, and critically ill patients. Must have the ability to work productively in emergency situations, such as cardiac and respiratory codes, and on-call situations. Additional Job Details (if applicable) Remote Type Onsite Work Location 789 Central Avenue Scheduled Weekly Hours 40 Employee Type Regular Work Shift Day (United States of America) Pay Range $28.78 - $43.12/Hourly Grade 5 At Mass General Brigham, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. Our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and any offer extended will take into account your skills, relevant experience if applicable, education, certifications and other essential factors. The base pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications; however, it does not encompass all elements contributing to your total compensation package. In addition to competitive base pay, we offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth. We invite you to apply, and our Talent Acquisition team will provide an overview of your potential compensation and benefits package. EEO Statement: 1810 Wentworth-Douglass Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran's Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at . Mass General Brigham Competency Framework At Mass General Brigham, our competency framework defines what effective leadership "looks like" by specifying which behaviors are most critical for successful performance at each job level. The framework is comprised of ten competencies (half People-Focused, half Performance-Focused) and are defined by observable and measurable skills and behaviors that contribute to workplace effectiveness and career success. These competencies are used to evaluate performance, make hiring decisions, identify development needs, mobilize employees across our system, and establish a strong talent pipeline.