Cardiovascular Technologist

2 months ago


Willowbrook Acres, Illinois, United States Advocate Aurora Health Full time
Job Summary

Advocate Aurora Health is seeking a skilled Cardiovascular Technologist to join our team. As a key member of our diagnostic imaging department, you will be responsible for providing high-quality patient care and assisting physicians during cardiovascular procedures.

Key Responsibilities
  • Provide professional, highly technical nursing care to all cardiovascular patients
  • Assist physicians during all cardiovascular procedures, including catheterization and imaging
  • Maintain complete documentation of cardiovascular procedures
  • Participate in in-services, continuing education, and workshops to remain abreast of new procedures and current technologies
  • Accountable for the maintenance of quality control in all areas of the lab
  • Provide a secure and safe environment for patients and staff, maintaining constant awareness of safety hazards
  • Assist with new staff orientation within the department
  • Act as a role model within the department, serving as a resource person for all clinical activities
  • Assist in the development of new operating procedures
Requirements
  • Typically requires 2 years of cardiac cath lab experience
  • Demonstrated proficiency in PTCA, EPS preferred
  • AAS in RTR, or RTN license, or a minimum of 5 years of experience as RTR or RTN
  • Minimum of 12 CEU hours per year
  • Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills
  • Ability to anticipate patient and unit needs
  • Ability to teach procedures to staff
  • Current License in the state of IL as a RTR, RTN, RCVT, or Paramedic (EMT-P)
  • ACLS, IABP, RCIS within two years of employment
Benefits
  • Holiday Pay
  • Guaranteed Hours
  • Continuing Education
  • 401k retirement plan
  • Pet insurance
  • Wellness and fitness programs
  • Mileage reimbursement
  • Employee assistance programs
  • Medical benefits
  • Dental benefits
  • Vision benefits
  • Life insurance
  • Discount program
  • Sign-On bonus