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Job Title: Cardiovascular Technician (Contract)
Location: New York, NY 10025
Schedule: Monday–Friday | Day Shift (8:00 AM – 4:00 PM)
Hours: 40 hours per week
Duration: 13 weeks (with strong potential for extension or permanent placement)
Pay Rate: $3,000 – $3,331 weekly (competitive travel package)
Position Overview
A healthcare facility is seeking a skilled Cardiovascular Technician to support its Cardiac Catheterization Lab on a 13-week contract assignment. The role involves assisting physicians during interventional cardiac procedures, monitoring hemodynamic data, operating specialized cath lab equipment, and ensuring accurate procedural documentation.
The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, technically proficient in cardiovascular procedures, and comfortable working in a fast-paced, high-acuity clinical environment. RCIS certification is preferred.
Key Responsibilities
- Monitor patient blood pressure and report deviations from baseline to the physician
- Interpret intracardiac pressures and track catheter placement during procedures
- Record and document hemodynamic data across cardiac chambers as required
- Maintain accurate and complete procedural documentation using cath lab systems
- Operate and calibrate cardiovascular equipment (e.g., ACT machines, cardiac output systems)
- Assist physicians by providing catheters, guidewires, balloons, and stents during procedures
- Set up, calibrate, and monitor intra-aortic balloon pump (IABP) systems
- Operate power injectors for contrast dye administration
- Prepare sterile fields and ensure cath lab readiness prior to procedures
- Assist during emergency situations, including defibrillation and resuscitation support
- Support patient transport between procedural and inpatient units
- Maintain supply inventory and report equipment issues or shortages
- Assist in the implementation of new cath lab technologies and protocols
Required Qualifications
- High School Diploma or GED
- Experience in a cardiovascular or cardiac catheterization lab preferred
- Strong technical aptitude with attention to detail
- Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
Preferred Qualifications
- RCIS certification preferred
- Prior experience in a cath lab or interventional cardiology setting
- Familiarity with advanced cardiac devices and imaging technologies
- Ability to perform effectively in high-pressure clinical environments
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