Stanford Health Care
Cardiovascular Technologist (CVT) - Cardiac Cath Lab (Full-Time, 10-Hour Day Shi
Stanford Health Care, Palo Alto, California, United States, 94306
Cardiovascular Technologist (CVT) - Cardiac Cath Lab
1.0 FTE Full‑time Day - 10 Hour shift. 500 Pasteur Dr, California. The department averages about 20‑35 cases a day.
Why Join Stanford Health Care?
Top 10 ranked Level 1 trauma‑magnet facility with state‑of‑the‑art facilities.
Yearly education funds of $2,000 and a robust retirement matching program.
Career ladder, pay growth, and a retention bonus for new staff.
Free commute and a relocation bonus.
What You Will Do
Novice level: work with minimal supervision in EP within the first 6 months and be independent within one (1) year.
Device implant (ICD’s, PPM, BI‑V, SICD, REVEAL, explants, lead extractions).
Diagnostic EP studies.
Interventional EP procedures.
Scrub assistance during EP procedures.
Proficient on sterile technique.
Connect, operate, and troubleshoot EP equipment including 3‑D mapping systems, stimulation systems, intra‑cardiac echocardiography and EP monitoring and recording systems.
12‑lead placements and mapping patch placement.
Independently pull all supplies and ancillary equipment for procedures.
Enter patient demographics in imaging equipment.
Basic understanding of heart anatomy, hemodynamics, intra‑cardiac and EKG interpretation.
Basic understanding of EP procedures, pacing protocols and intra‑cardiac intervals.
Basic understanding of an EP stimulator (bloom, bloom 2). Independently run an EP study and take baseline measurements.
Perform routine cleaning of the procedural area and equipment.
Verify and complete all documentation (EPIC, Philips Xper, LS Pro and Inventory System).
Correctly archive images in Cardiac PACS and Radiology PACS.
Correctly archive EP cases.
Education Qualifications
Associate's Degree
Bachelor's Degree preferred
Experience Qualifications
One (1) year of Cath Angio Lab‑EP work–related experience
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Basic principles of EP, protocols, techniques, EKG recognition and interpretation of cardiac arrhythmias.
Basic principles of radiation and imaging techniques.
Basic procedure supplies.
Safety requirements of procedures.
Basic anatomy and physiology related to procedures.
Basic procedure indications, disease processes and treatment options.
Basic interpretation of cardiovascular arrhythmias and 12‑lead EKG.
Acceptable communications skills.
Build trusting relationships with colleagues and patients.
Apply CI Care principles to patients, visitors, physicians and coworkers.
Licenses and Certifications
BLS – Basic Life Support
ACLS – Advanced Cardiac Life Support within 180 days
One of the following at time of hire: RCIS – Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist, RCES – Registered Cardiac Electrophysiology Specialist, IBHRE – International Board of Heart Rhythm Examiners, CEPS – Certified Electrophysiology Specialist.
Equal Opportunity Employer Stanford Health Care strongly values diversity and is committed to equal opportunity and non‑discrimination in all policies and practices. People of all genders, members of all racial and ethnic groups, people with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply.
Base Pay Scale: Generally starting at $70.47 – $79.37 per hour.
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Why Join Stanford Health Care?
Top 10 ranked Level 1 trauma‑magnet facility with state‑of‑the‑art facilities.
Yearly education funds of $2,000 and a robust retirement matching program.
Career ladder, pay growth, and a retention bonus for new staff.
Free commute and a relocation bonus.
What You Will Do
Novice level: work with minimal supervision in EP within the first 6 months and be independent within one (1) year.
Device implant (ICD’s, PPM, BI‑V, SICD, REVEAL, explants, lead extractions).
Diagnostic EP studies.
Interventional EP procedures.
Scrub assistance during EP procedures.
Proficient on sterile technique.
Connect, operate, and troubleshoot EP equipment including 3‑D mapping systems, stimulation systems, intra‑cardiac echocardiography and EP monitoring and recording systems.
12‑lead placements and mapping patch placement.
Independently pull all supplies and ancillary equipment for procedures.
Enter patient demographics in imaging equipment.
Basic understanding of heart anatomy, hemodynamics, intra‑cardiac and EKG interpretation.
Basic understanding of EP procedures, pacing protocols and intra‑cardiac intervals.
Basic understanding of an EP stimulator (bloom, bloom 2). Independently run an EP study and take baseline measurements.
Perform routine cleaning of the procedural area and equipment.
Verify and complete all documentation (EPIC, Philips Xper, LS Pro and Inventory System).
Correctly archive images in Cardiac PACS and Radiology PACS.
Correctly archive EP cases.
Education Qualifications
Associate's Degree
Bachelor's Degree preferred
Experience Qualifications
One (1) year of Cath Angio Lab‑EP work–related experience
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Basic principles of EP, protocols, techniques, EKG recognition and interpretation of cardiac arrhythmias.
Basic principles of radiation and imaging techniques.
Basic procedure supplies.
Safety requirements of procedures.
Basic anatomy and physiology related to procedures.
Basic procedure indications, disease processes and treatment options.
Basic interpretation of cardiovascular arrhythmias and 12‑lead EKG.
Acceptable communications skills.
Build trusting relationships with colleagues and patients.
Apply CI Care principles to patients, visitors, physicians and coworkers.
Licenses and Certifications
BLS – Basic Life Support
ACLS – Advanced Cardiac Life Support within 180 days
One of the following at time of hire: RCIS – Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist, RCES – Registered Cardiac Electrophysiology Specialist, IBHRE – International Board of Heart Rhythm Examiners, CEPS – Certified Electrophysiology Specialist.
Equal Opportunity Employer Stanford Health Care strongly values diversity and is committed to equal opportunity and non‑discrimination in all policies and practices. People of all genders, members of all racial and ethnic groups, people with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply.
Base Pay Scale: Generally starting at $70.47 – $79.37 per hour.
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