Cath. Pathology Technician - Cardiovascular PD Variable

JOB SUMMARY:   Under the general direction of the physician (Cardiologist/Radiologist), will assist by scrubbing procedures or monitoring physiologic and hemodynamic data, as related to diagnostic and/or therapeutic procedures performed in the cardiovascular lab.  Ensures procedure room is adequately prepared for the procedure.  Monitors par level of all instruments and supplies.  Participate in departmental staff meetings and performance improvement activities, and the training of new staff.  Assist in all aspects of invasive and cardiac procedures.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, TRAINING

1. Previous experience or training in a Cardiovascular Lab; required.
2. Cardiovascular technician training program with emphasis in invasive cardiology and hemodynamic monitoring       preferred. 
3.   BCLS (AHA) required upon hire and maintain current.
4. Certified Cardiovascular Technician; CCPT (invasive emphasis), Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist  

     (RCIS), CCPT (invasive emphasis), preferred.

5.   Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS); required. 

EP Electrophysiology Pacing experence Preferred.