Watertown Regional Medical Center
DescriptionThe Invasive Cardiovascular Technician provides direct
patient care to adult patients undergoing a variety of diagnostic and
interventional cardiology and interventional radiology procedures throughout
the peri-procedural time period. This position addresses the psychosocial,
physical and general aspects of care related to the surgical environment.
Responsible for preparing the procedure room, instruments, equipment, and
supplies needed for procedures. Assists the physician with passing instruments,
sutures, sponges, operation of table and imaging equipment, and maintaining
aseptic technique. Assists with the maintenance of equipment and inventory.
Obtains supplies for individual cases and ensures all appropriate needs of the
Heart and Vascular suite team are met. Monitors, positions, and assists the
patient during procedures.
QualificationsAssociate degree in a scientific field, preferred.
Graduate of accredited school of cardiovascular
technology, or graduate from an AMA-approved school of Radiologic Technology,
preferred.
Five years of experience in healthcare required.
Previous Cardiac catheterization lab,
Electrophysiology Lab, Interventional Radiology, experience preferred. General
radiology experience will be considered.
Current BLS provider and ACLS experience
required.
RCIS or ARRT certification preferred.
Previous experience with arterial lines and swan-ganz
catheters, EKG and hemodynamic pressure tracings interpretation preferred.
Ability to work in a team environment.
Ability to work with and operate a variety of
technical equipment including x-ray table, camera, digital recording equipment,
ultrasound machine, pressure injectors.
Follow procedures related to position
accountabilities.
JobRadiology/Imaging Services
Primary LocationWisconsin-Watertown
SchedulePer Diem/PRN
Work SchedulePRN - rotate weekends, various shifts