Job Title: Cardiovascular Technician

Location: New York, NY
Duration: 13 Weeks
Shift: Day Shift
Schedule: 3 x 12-Hour Shifts (9:00 AM – 9:00 PM)
Guaranteed Hours: 36 Hours Per Week
Employment Type: Contract
Work Setting: 100% Onsite

Compensation

• Pay Rate:$65.00/hour

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Cardiovascular Technician to join a high-volume Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory. In this role, you will assist physicians during invasive cardiovascular procedures, monitor patient hemodynamics, operate specialized cardiac equipment, and help ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality patient care throughout all procedures.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist physicians during cardiac catheterization and other invasive cardiovascular procedures.
• Monitor patient blood pressure and hemodynamic status throughout procedures.
• Interpret intracardiac pressure waveforms and report significant changes.
• Record pressure readings from all requested cardiac chambers.
• Maintain accurate procedural documentation within the Cardiac Cath Lab information system.
• Calibrate and operate specialized Cath Lab equipment, including cardiac output, ACT, and blood oxygen monitoring systems.
• Provide physicians with catheters, guidewires, balloons, stents, and other interventional devices during procedures.
• Analyze procedural data and generate reports as required.
• Set up, calibrate, and monitor intra-aortic balloon pump (IABP) systems.
• Assist during emergency situations, including defibrillation, external pacing, suctioning, and cardiopulmonary resuscitation.
• Operate power injectors for contrast media administration.
• Prepare and maintain sterile fields throughout procedures.
• Prepare procedure rooms and enter patient information into the Cath Lab system.
• Assist with patient transport and ensure Cath Lab equipment and supplies remain organized and functional.
• Stay current with new technologies, equipment, and procedural techniques.

Required Qualifications

Education

• High School Diploma or GED required.

Licensure & Certifications

• RCIS (Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist) certification preferred.

Experience

• Previous experience working in a Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory required.
• Experience monitoring patient hemodynamics during invasive cardiac procedures.
• Experience operating Cath Lab equipment and assisting physicians during cardiovascular interventions.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong knowledge of cardiac catheterization procedures and cardiovascular equipment.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to accurately monitor and interpret hemodynamic data.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to remain calm and effective during emergency situations.
• English proficiency (reading, writing, and speaking) required.

Additional Information

• 13-week contract assignment.
• Day shift schedule.
• 3 x 12-hour shifts (9:00 AM – 9:00 PM).
• 36 guaranteed hours per week.
• No weekend work required.
• One opening available.
• Immediate interview consideration available.