CV Technologist II

UF Health

St. Augustine, Florida

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), Asepsis, Basic Life Support (BLS), Cardiology, Cardiovascular, Conflict Resolution, Healthcare Software, Medical Assistance, Medical Equipment, Medical Records, Modality, Patient Safety, Personal Care
LOCATION
St. Augustine, Florida
POSTED
19 days ago
Overview:

The Cardiovascular Technologist II provides appropriate patient care in Cardiac Cath Lab.

Circulates, scrubs, and records diagnostic and interventional procedures for adult interventional, heart failure, and pulmonary services.

 

Operates appropriate medical equipment and software.

 

Interacts professionally with patients and staff. Cardiovascular
Technologist II is a multi-modality position and may be assigned to work in a variety of locations, assist other cardiac 
procedural modalities

Responsibilities:

Multi-Modality:

Must have

  • the knowledge to make quick and highly technical decisions in order to accommodate the 
    changing work environments.
  • Be able to resolve conflict and endure the pressures associated with a changing work environment. 

Assists physician as necessary to provide support during invasive as well as non-invasive procedures. 
Educates patient regarding pending procedure and answers all questions and concerns to the patient’s satisfaction. 
Provides patient assistance for personal care including ambulation, bathing, dietary needs, toileting and transfer. 
Ensures patient safety and comfort with regards to table pads and back support in preparation and during procedure. 
Seeks pertinent information related to patient and assists with provision of care based on physical, psychosocial, 
educational, safety and related criteria appropriate to the age of the patients served in his/her assigned area. Accurately 
completes all patient/procedure paperwork. Completes orders in EMR within the allotted time frame. 
Utilizes appropriate aseptic techniques to prevent contamination and transfer of infections. Based on assessment, 
notifies medical staff of problems/concerns

Qualifications:

Education: Degree/Diploma Obtained Program of Study
Associates Degree Cardiovascular Technology
OR
Respiratory Therapist

OR
Radiologic Technology

 

OR

In Lieu of education requirements, a minimum of five (5) years’ experience as a Cath Lab Techn


Experience Requirements
Min Experience Type of Experience
0 - 1 year CV Technologist (with Degree)


Certificates/Licenses/Registration 
BLS provided by the American Heart Association (AHA), required within 30 days of hire. 
ACLS provided by the American Heart Association (AHA), required within 3 months of hire.
Basic Life Support (BLS) 

 

Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) 

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