Cardiovascular Technologist

MedStar Health is looking for a Cardiovascular Technologist to join our team at MedStar Georgetown University Hospital. As a Cardiovascular Technologist, you will work in a multidisciplinary lab with a variety of service lines, in addition to diagnostic cardiac procedures. Primary duties include performing assorted patient care responsibilities for adults (starting IVs, EKG monitoring, cardiac outputs) and assisting with cardiovascular invasive procedures. Procedures may include angiograms, left and right heart catheterizations, PTCA, intra-aortic balloon pump, permanent/temporary pacemakers, AICD, electrophysiology studies, pericardiocentesis, peripheral arteriograms and angioplasty, and related tasks. You will also perform quality control functions of the X-ray console/equipment before procedures, run tapes and image processing, assist the physician during procedures, and manage post-procedure care (including removal of arterial/venous sheaths and applying manual pressure). Additional responsibilities include recording and interpreting hemodynamic data using monitoring systems, preparing equipment, setting up the field for cases, and cleaning the room for the next procedure. You may participate in orientation, training, and in-services for cardiovascular technologists and other staff, and assist with inventory, ordering, and stocking of supplies and equipment for the Cath Lab. Exemplary guest and staff relations standards should be demonstrated in all activities. Qualifications

Associate degree. EKG/hemodynamic monitoring. Minimum of six months as a cardiovascular technologist, or similar/job-related experience. Bachelor’s degree preferred. Additional exposure preferred. RCIS (Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist) or RCVT (Registered Cardiovascular Technologist). PRT - Practical Radiology Technician (Registered Radiology Tech RT). BLS (Basic Life Support). Health Services/ACLS. Additional Details

Location: Washington, DC Salary range: $34.98 - $62.52 Employment type: Full-time

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