Cardiovascular Technologist

Minimum Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited Cardiovascular Technology program
• Registered Vascular Technologist (RVT) certification from ARDMS
• Active license in any U.S. State, Territory, or District
• Minimum 2 years of full-time experience in a cath and/or EP lab
• Must have performed lab procedures at least 12 months within the past 24 months
• BLS and ACLS certifications required
• Strong knowledge of cardiac anatomy, physiology, and cardiac rhythms

🛠 Key Responsibilities

• Serve as first assist to the Cardiologist during all procedures
• Set up, operate, and troubleshoot:
• Fluoroscopy systems (e.g., Philips, Siemens)
• Hemodynamic monitors, pressure wires, IVUS, OCT, FFR, ACIST
• Intravascular ultrasound, intra-aortic balloon pumps (IABP), Impella, and other advanced devices
• Prepare sterile field, scrub in, assist with vascular access, and manage all required instrumentation (stents, catheters, sheaths, etc.)
• Support procedures including:
• Right/left heart caths, coronary angiography, PCI
• Pacemaker/ICD implantation, EP studies, radiofrequency and cryoablation
• Transseptal puncture, structural heart interventions (e.g., TAVR)
• Perform quality checks on all lab equipment (daily and per procedure)
• Monitor and document patient vitals, cardiac rhythms, oxygenation, and lab data
• Use CPRS and PACS systems for scheduling, documentation, and imaging
• Maintain logs and reports for QA/QI and regulatory compliance

💼 Additional Duties

• Assist with emergency response and CPR during cardiac arrest
• Maintain inventory, track sterile supplies, ensure medication checks
• Participate in continuing education and lab in-services
• Ensure compliance with OSHA, Joint Commission, and VA policy standards