Cardiovascular Technologist

Overview:

St. Joseph Medical Center CMS 5-Star Award winning hospital, is a faith-based, 310-bed facility providing a wide range of acute care and outpatient services. Key services include the St. Joseph Heart Institute, Senior Care Services, Senior Behavioral Health, Surgical Services and the Joint and Spine Institute. St. Joseph is a member of Prime Healthcare Services, one the nation’s leading hospital systems. It is recognized by Truven Health Analytics as one of the “15 Top Health Systems” in the nation. We believe that continuous, quality of care and performance improvements are the foundation for preserving and enhancing healthcare delivery. St. Joseph Medical Center is a GREAT place to work!

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We are seeking a Cardiovascular Technologist, also referred to a as a Cath Lab Technologist at St Joseph Medical Center a member of Prime Healthcare in Kansas City, MO. A Cath Lab Tech is a specialized healthcare professional dedicated to assisting in the diagnosis and treatment of heart and vascular conditions. Their responsibilities primarily involve performing diagnostic tests, managing equipment, and supporting physicians during procedures. Cardiovascular technologists are essential to cardiac care, ensuring accurate diagnostics, safe interventions, and high-quality patient support. Their expertise is crucial to the efficient operation of the cardiology department at St. Joseph Medical Center.

Bonus Options: up to $10,000 (Paid out as stipends every 90 days)

Shift’s Available:  Days

Employment Type: Full Time

Hours: 8hr or 10hr Options

** You must be a Registered Technologist (R.T) through American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) in order to move forward in this position (or have this within 6 months). New graduates are welcome to apply!! 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities (includes, but not limited to):

• perform Electrocardiograms (EKGs) to measure the electrical activity of the heart, monitor the heart's rhythm, and detect abnormalities such as arrhythmias
• work with cardiologists to assist in cardiac catheterizations for interventional procedures, to examine the heart and possibly treat blockages
• assist with angioplasty and stenting, minimally invasive procedures designed to open blocked arteries and aid physicians in placing stents to keep these arteries open
• may assist in the setup and monitoring of pacemakers and defibrillator implantations, devices that help regulate the heart's rhythm
• prepare patients for cardiovascular tests and procedures, including positioning, explaining the procedure, and ensuring patient comfort
• during tests and interventional procedures, monitor the patient’s vital signs (blood pressure, heart rate, etc.) and report any issues to the supervising physician

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, TRAINING

• ARRT-R and license as required by State, Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist (RCIS) OR Registered Electrophysiology Specialist required
• Previous experience in a Cardiovascular Lab; preferred
• Cardiovascular technologist training program with emphasis in invasive cardiology and hemodynamic monitoring preferred
• BCLS (AHA) required upon hire and maintain current
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS); required within 30 days of hire
• Proficient computer skills

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