Cardiovascular Technologist

We are seeking a highly skilled Cardiovascular Technologist to join our team at Nuvance Health. As a key member of our Catheterization Laboratory, you will be responsible for performing invasive cardiovascular procedures, providing exceptional patient care, and collaborating with our medical staff to achieve optimal treatment outcomes.

• Assist in the performance of invasive cardiovascular procedures, including angioplasty, under the direction of a qualified physician.
• Prepare surgical trays and materials for procedures, ensuring a sterile environment.
• Monitor patient hemodynamic status and ECG, collect and enter patient information, and generate reports at procedure completion.
• Obtain medical histories, review lab work, educate patients and families, and obtain informed consent during pre-procedure interviews.
• Prepare the cath lab, calibrate equipment, and perform daily QA checks to ensure optimal functionality.
• Position patients, connect monitoring devices, perform ECGs, and document patient medical records.
• Assist cardiologists with arterial closure devices, sheath removal, and hemostasis.
• Act as a resource for staff members in the use and troubleshooting of complex technical equipment.
• Collect data for the ACC-NCDR and Connecticut Registry databases.
• Participate in other duties as needed, including inventory management, cath lab QI, and on-call responsibilities.

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Basic computer skills and competence in interpreting EKGs and hemodynamic pressure tracings.
• Experience in endovascular, interventional, and diagnostic procedures.
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support certification.
• Basic Life Support certification.
• Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist (RCIS) certification preferred.

Nuvance Health is a network of hospitals and outpatient locations in Connecticut and New York, providing comprehensive care to our communities. We are committed to delivering exceptional patient care, advancing medical knowledge, and fostering a culture of excellence and compassion.