Cardiovascular Interventional Technologist ; CIT Day Shifts

Cardiovascular Interventional Technologist I (CIT) – Full‑Time, 10‑Hour Day Shifts

Stanford Health Care – Palo Alto, CA

Join our legacy of hope and innovation as a CIT in one of our busiest structural heart departments. You will assist on Neuro IR, Cardiology, Structural heart, Vascular, and Electrophysiology cases.

• Top 10 ranked level 1 trauma magnet facility
• Yearly education funds of $2,000.00 and robust retirement matching
• Career ladder and pay growth opportunities
• Free commute benefits and relocation bonus

This is a Stanford Health Care job.

Stanford Health Care – Palo Alto, CA

• Novice level: work first three months under supervision, minimal supervision for months 3‑6, independent by month 6, and complete two services within one year (Adult Cardiology & Structural Heart; EP Device implant; Neuro Service; Vascular Service)
• Scrub assistance during procedures; prep balloon, stent deployment, valve crimping, and related tasks.
• Set modality parameters on fixed and mobile angiography equipment.
• Enter patient demographics in imaging equipment.
• Correctly archive images in Cardiac PACS and Radiology PACS.
• Basic understanding of imaging techniques, protocols and equipment functions.
• Operate ancillary equipment at basic level; enter demographics, usage, supplies, measurement, archival.
• Basic understanding of ancillary and cath angio equipment (Ekos, Angio Jet, FFR, Volcano, Rotablator, IABP, Impella, U/S, IVUS, Cathworks).
• Perform routine cleaning of procedural area and equipment.
• Stock assigned room with appropriate supplies.
• Basic knowledge of service‑specific supplies (wire, sheaths, catheters).
• Proficient in sterile technique.
• Verify and complete all documentation, including EPIC and Inventory systems.

• Associate's Degree
• Bachelor’s Degree Preferred

• One (1) year of radiologic work‑related experience

• Principles of radiation in imaging techniques
• Basic supplies for procedures
• Safety requirements for basic procedures
• Anatomy & physiology relating to performed procedures
• Procedure indications, disease processes, and treatment options
• Solid communication skills
• Recognize specific age needs of patients
• Build trusting and collaborative relationships with colleagues and patients
• Understand and apply principles of C‑I‑CARE to patients, visitors, physicians, and co‑workers

• BLS – Basic Life Support
• ACLS – Advanced Cardiac Life Support within 180 days
• CRT
• ARRT‑RTR – Reg Tech‑Radiography ARRT
• RTF – Rad Tech Fluoroscopy within 90 days

Stanford Health Care sets a high standard for delivering value and an exceptional experience for our patients and families. All employees adopt and execute C‑I‑CARE standards. C‑I‑CARE focuses on:

• Know Me:
  Anticipate my needs and status to deliver effective care
• Show Me the Way:
  Guide and prompt my actions to arrive at better outcomes and better health
• Coordinate for Me:
  Own the complexity of my care through coordination

Stanford Health Care strongly values diversity and is committed to equal opportunity and non‑discrimination in all of its policies and practices. SHC does not discriminate on basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, age, national origin, political beliefs, marital status, medical condition, genetic information, veteran status, disability, or perception of any of these.

Base Pay Scale:
Generally starting at $73.34 – $82.58 per hour. The salary will be set based on internal equity, experience, education, specialty, and training.

• Entry Level

• Full‑Time

• Health Care Provider