Cardiovascular Tech

Job Summary and Responsibilities

As a Cardiovascular Technologist, you will be at the forefront of cardiac care, utilizing cutting-edge imaging technology to directly impact life-saving diagnostic and interventional procedures.

Every day, you will expertly perform specialized interventional diagnostic and therapeutic examinations of the heart and blood vessels under physician guidance, meticulously preparing patients, operating advanced radiologic equipment, and contributing critical data for interpretation. You'll ensure the safe, efficient operation of all equipment while maintaining mastery of our latest standards and protocols.

To be successful in this role, you will combine advanced technical proficiency in cardiovascular imaging with a meticulous eye for detail, a commitment to patient safety, and a drive for continuous learning within a dynamic and collaborative Cath Lab team.

• Receives patients and explains Vascular Lab procedures in order to obtain cooperation and allay anxieties during performance of procedure; continually assesses the immediate needs and conditions of assigned patients. Performs non-invasive vascular procedures in accordance with department protocols and guidelines. Checks the quality of images/scans in general and is responsible for the data and quality control of work performed.

• Communicates preliminary findings and/or reading physician's written interpretation of tests, when indicated, to designated staff and referring Physician Offices. Assists in scheduling patients for vascular examinations and keeps front office personnel notified about changes that impact the daily schedule.

• Maintains work areas in clean and orderly condition and ensures that examination areas are properly supplied, equipped and operational before each examination.

Job Requirements

Required

• Graduation from an AMA accredited Vascular Lab Training Program as well as certification or board eligible by a nationally recognized Vascular Technology Registry. and, upon hire and

• Basic Life Support - CPR, upon hire and (Must be through the American Heart Association)

• Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist, upon hire or

• Registered Cardiac Electr, upon hire or

• Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer, upon hire or

• Registered Technologist Radiography ARRT, upon hire

Preferred

• 1 year acute care experience, upon hire

Where You'll Work

Mercy Medical Center Redding offers comprehensive health care to nearly 300,000 residents in a six-county region. It is one of only two Level II trauma centers, the only Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) and the only Joint Commission-certified Advanced Thrombectomy-Capable Stroke Center north of Sacramento north of Sacramento. Mercy Medical Center Redding is a 266-bed regional medical center providing inpatient and outpatient services as well as specialized cardiovascular care, stroke care, orthopedics, neurological surgery, comprehensive cancer care, maternity care, and a robust robotic surgery program. In addition, the hospital’s network of care includes Mercy Home Health and Hospice and Dignity Health Connected Living.

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Pay Range

$70.06 - $81.22 /hour

We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.