What are the responsibilities and job description for the Cardiovascular Tech position at CommonSpirit Health?
Founded in 1926 Glendale Memorial Hospital and Health Center is a 334-bed acute care nonprofit community hospital located in Glendale California. The hospital offers a full complement of services including its award winning heart center the colorectal surgery institute a gastrointestinal program and is a Los Angeles County approved primary stroke center. The hospital shares a legacy of humankindness with Dignity Health one of the nation’s five largest health care systems. Visit https://www.dignityhealth.org/socal/locations/glendalememorial for more information.
Responsibilities
Performs quality patient care in collaboration with the physician and registered nurse during all cardiac and peripheral diagnostic and interventional procedures and electrophysiology studies. Under the general direction of the invasive cardiologist, assists in all assigned duties related to cath lab procedures. Primarily responsible for participating as a surgical scrub assistant. Monitors and processes hemodynamic data. Maintains patient safety and confidentiality during the hospital stay. Performs duties in support of and in compliance with the PI plan, TJC, and other regulatory agencies.
Qualifications
- Two years experience in a catheterization lab is highly desirable.
- Training may be required for this position (3-6 months) POC testing (ACT)
- ACLS certification within 6 months of hire
- Courses in hemodymanic monitoring, arrhythmia interpretation, cardiac specific classes within 1 year of hire.
- CVT or RCIS required.
Position represented by CHEU.
