Invasive Cardiovascular Technologist

Overview

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Location: Altru Hospital 1200 South Columbia Road Grand Forks, ND 58201

Pay Range: $32.19 - $48.28

Summary

Salary range: $32.19 - $48.28 USD Hourly

$10,000 Sign on Bonus or Educational Sponsorship available

Relocation assistance may be available for qualified candidates

A comprehensive benefits package, including 401(k) match and a lifestyle spending allowance of $300

Open to candidates with a healthcare related degree (cardiovascular technology, ultrasound, radiologic technology, respiratory therapy, nursing or paramedic/EMT)

Hours/

Schedule:

36 hours per week on Day shift with rotating call, weekends, and holidays.

The Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist prepares the Cath Lab for Cardiac Cath Lab procedures, and assesses and fulfills patient needs. This position performs hemodynamic and control room duties, completes patient catheterization report, and correlates the analysis of invasive and non-invasive tests. The specialist also performs Cardiac Cath Lab procedures maintaining proper sterile technique, performs stress tests, practices radiation safety, and transports patients.

• Correlates the analysis of invasive and noninvasive tests to recognize need for additional intervention and reports pertinent findings to Physician.
• Performs hemodynamic and control room duties maintaining a working knowledge of equipment.
• Prepares the Cardiac Cath Lab for procedures according to standard operating procedures, i.e., proper supplies, equipment set-up, etc.
• Prepares, assists and completes tasks during Cardiovascular procedures as directed and supervised by the Physician.
• Practices radiation safety in order to protect both staff members and the patient.
• Performs and monitors patient's stress tests.
• Performs other duties as assigned or needed to meet the needs of the department/organization.

• ND Medical Imaging License | North Dakota Imaging and Radiation Therapy Board | Within 18 Months of Start Date | HR Primary Sources
• Cardiovascular Technologist - Registered | Cardiovascular Credentialing International | Within 24 Months of Start Date | HR Primary Sources
• Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) | American Heart Association | Within 90 Days of Start Date | HR Primary Sources

• Must meet requirements that align with conditional license of North Dakota Imaging and Radiation Therapy Board.
• Employee will be required to become a certified Registered Cardiovascular Technologist (RCIS or RCES) within two years of hire.
• Employee will receive a pay increase once they become a certified Registered Cardiovascular Technologist ($35.49 - $53.23 USD Hourly)

• Paramedic, Respiratory Therapist, Licensed Practical Nurse, and Surgical Technologist:
  Must adhere to state licensing guidelines and be eligible to qualify for the RCIS/RCES exam within 24 months of the start date.

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This position requires proficiency in reading, writing, and speaking English to ensure effective communication in the workplace and with patients, families, and team members.

• Sit:
  Occasionally (5-33%)
• Stand:
  Frequently (34-66%)
• Walk:
  Frequently (34-66%)
• Stoop/Bend:
  Frequently (34-66%)
• Reach:
  Frequently (34-66%)
• Crawl:
  Not Applicable
• Squat/Crouch/Kneel:
  Occasionally (5-33%)
• Twist:
  Frequently (34-66%)
• Handle/Finger/Feel:
  Continuously (67-100%)
• See:
  Continuously (67-100%)
• Hear:
  Continuously (67-100%)

• Lift
  -Floor to Waist Level: Medium (20-40 pounds)
• Carry:
  Medium (20-40 pounds)
• Push/Pull:
  Medium (20-40 pounds)
• Slide/Transfer:
  Medium (20-40 pounds)

• Indoor:
  Continuously (67-100%)
• Outdoor:
  Not Applicable
• Extreme Temperature:
  Not Applicable

• Professional Drivers:
  Persons who drive as their main responsibility OR transport passengers or hazardous materials.
• Frequent Drivers:
  Persons whose main responsibility is not driving, but drive daily or almost daily.
• Occasional Drivers:
  Persons who drive from once per month to as frequently as once per week.
• Infrequent Drivers:
  Persons who are generally not expected to drive.