Cardiovascular Technologist

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In 2020, united in a fierce commitment to deliver the highest quality care and exceptional patient experience, Virginia Mason and CHI Franciscan Health came together as natural partners to build a new health system centered around the patient: Virginia Mason Franciscan Health. Our combined system builds upon the scale and expertise of our nearly 300 sites of care, including 11 hospitals and nearly 5,000 physicians and providers. Together, we are empowered to make an even greater impact on the health and well-being of our communities. 

CHI Franciscan and Virginia Mason are now united to build the future of patient-centered care across the Pacific Northwest. That means a seamlessly connected system offering quality care close to home. From basic health needs to the most complex, highly specialized care, our patients can count on us to meet their needs with convenient access to the region’s most prestigious experts and innovative treatments and technologies. 

We're proud to share that St. Michael Medical Center was recognized among the Best Hospitals in Washington state by U.S. News & World Report.

While you’re busy impacting the healthcare industry, we’ll take care of you with benefits that may include health/dental/vision, FSA, matching retirement plans, paid vacation, adoption assistance, annual bonus eligibility, and more!

JOB SUMMARY

This job is responsible for performing special interventional diagnostic and therapeutic examinations of the heart and blood vessels under the direction of a licensed physician using radiologic imaging for guiding the procedure.  Work includes but is not limited to (1) reviewing and/or recording pertinent patient history and supporting clinical data;  (2) preparing patients for testing; (3) using C-arms fluoroscopy and tomography to perform exams and procedures and obtain a record of data for interpretation by provider; (4) participating in cardiovascular and interventional radiology procedures.

Incumbents are also accountable for keeping abreast of VMFH standards protocols and procedures relating to the department keeping skills current demonstrating evidence of continuing education to include department meetings individualized learning opportunities.

Cardiovascular Tech Non-Registered is a temporary classification for employees who have graduated from an accredited school of Cardiovascular Technology but for whom Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist (RCIS) is pending at the time of hire.  Employees have six months from the date of hire to obtain the requisite registration.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Prepares equipment/room to capture appropriate image per physicians' direction and in adherence to department protocols.
• Delivers patient care for all age groups while performing exams/procedures.
• Maintains records and logs as required by department protocols and licensure requirements.
• Performs incidental general office duties to include but not limited to answering phones inventory management inventory/stocking of equipment and supplies.

EDUCATION/WORK EXPERIENCE

• Graduation from an accredited school of Radiological Technology and one year of recent related work experience which may be obtained through practical education/training; OR
• Graduation from an accredited school of Cardiovascular Technology.

LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION

• Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist (RCIS) with Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI) and license to practice in the State of Washington OR
• American Registry of Radiological Technologists (ARRT) and State of Washington Certification.
• Current Healthcare Provider BLS certification from American Heart Association.
• American Heart Association ACLS certification required.
• Cardiovascular Technologist Cert must possess Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist (RCIS) through Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI).