Cardiovascular Technologist

2 weeks ago

Boston, Massachusetts, United States Massachusetts General Hospital(MGH) Full time
Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Cardiovascular Technologist to join our team at Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH). As a key member of our invasive cardiovascular team, you will be responsible for conducting complex cardiovascular procedures, working closely with cardiologists and other healthcare professionals to ensure the highest level of patient care.

Key Responsibilities
  • Conducts equipment system warm-up and quality assurance procedures to ensure safe and effective equipment operation.
  • Assembles, calibrates, and verifies the operation of hemodynamic and physiologic monitoring equipment.
  • Adheres to JCAHO compliance regarding quality control of point-of-care testing.
  • Troubleshoots equipment problems when needed and notifies technical quality specialist of equipment malfunctions and repairs needed.
  • Conducts Universal Protocol, correctly identifying the patient and procedure by interviewing the patient and checking against requisition and patient ID band prior to the start of procedure.
  • Orients the patient to the procedure room and explains the exam to the patient, taking into consideration physical and emotional needs.
  • Maintains aseptic conditions conducting sterile preparation of patients for procedures and adheres to Safety/Infection Control guidelines and standards.
  • Properly positions, supports, and immobilizes patients to obtain desired cineangiograms and decrease patients' discomfort.
  • Places and positions protective lead shielding and adjusts collimators to protect unaffected parts of the body from ionizing radiation exposure and to optimize angiographic results.
  • Monitors and records electrocardiogram and hemodynamics as indicated by procedure protocol.
  • Collects and analyzes patient specimens/tests for hemodynamic calculations and measurements.
  • Independently performs intracardiac shunt and valve area calculations from data.
  • Remains current on developments and trends in procedures, equipment, and physiologic cardiac monitoring.
  • Scrubs in as an additional operator to assist the primary physician, including catheter/wire management, administration of contrast, and assisting the physician to expedite the case and improve the quality of care.
  • Under the supervision of the attending physician, enters demographic data from hospital record, edits hemodynamic information, and documents lesion location, event sequence, use of equipment, and completion of cath report.
  • Maintains knowledge of related topics, including radiation safety, universal precaution, disposal of contaminated material, proper handling of requisitions, interpersonal skills, communications, and dealing with difficult situations.
  • Participates in departmental education programs, research programs, quality assurance, and quality improvement projects within the department.
  • Consistently demonstrates competency in equipment use, including biomedical hemodynamic and physiologic monitoring systems, coronary and peripheral angiography, angioplasty and stenting, intravascular ultrasound, intracardiac echocardiography, doppler measurement, fractional flow reserve measurement, rotoblator, directional debulking, and laser atherectomy, cryoplasty, thrombectomy, intracardiac biopsy, direct gas exchange oxygen consumption measurement, percutaneous valvuloplasty, patent foramen ovale, patent ductus arteriosus, and atrial septal defect closure, intra-aortic balloon pump, left ventricular assistive devices, coil embolization, and neurological cooling.
  • Remains up to date on the latest developments and trends and annually attends two medical, technology, and cardiovascular seminars.
  • Assumes responsibility for on-call coverage and remains flexible in all shift coverage and overtime as necessary.
  • Assists staff in the post-catheterization management of patients.
Requirements
  • Educated and certified in one of the following ways: Graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited school of Cardiovascular Technology or related field, Graduated with an Associates Degree from an accredited School of Cardiovascular Technology, or Graduated with an Associates Degree from an accredited school of Radiologic Technology certified by the ARRT, and possess a valid license to practice as a radiologic technologist in the state of Massachusetts.
  • Completion of BLS and ACLS certification within 3 months of employment preferred; within 6 months required.
  • Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist (RCIS) preferred.
Why Join Our Team?

At Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH), we are committed to providing the highest level of patient care and are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Cardiovascular Technologist to join our team. As a key member of our invasive cardiovascular team, you will have the opportunity to work closely with cardiologists and other healthcare professionals to ensure the highest level of patient care. We offer a dynamic and supportive work environment, opportunities for professional growth and development, and a competitive compensation and benefits package.

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