Description

Position Summary:

Phoenix Heart, PLLC is looking for a Full Time Cardiovascular Technician (CVT). The CVT is responsible for performing a variety of cardiac diagnostic testing procedures as ordered by providers.

This role requires specialized knowledge and technical skill in support of diagnostic and therapeutic cardiovascular services provided to the Practice patient population.

Key duties include:

Perform diagnostic Holter monitor scanning as ordered by providers with excellent recognition of complex arrhythmias and EKG abnormalities
Perform pacemaker follow-up to include in-house testing and trans-telephonic monitoring
Perform diagnostic cardiac testing including routine, nuclear, and medicated cardiovascular stress tests
Perform proper lead placement and administration of EKGs
Maintain accurate and complete patient charts and testing records
Provide test data, results, and patient information to the physician for diagnostic interpretation
Monitor the patient’s physical condition during all procedures; report changes in status or emergency situations to clinical staff, manager, and/or cardiologist
Recognize abnormal rhythms and immediately notify the physician or appropriate clinical staff
Ensures proper care in the use and maintenance of equipment and supplies; promotes continuous improvement of workplace safety and environmental practices.
Troubleshoot equipment and document errors or equipment malfunctions; escalate issues and concerns to manager and/or cardiologist.
Perform tasks that are within the scope of his/her educational preparation, knowledge, and local, state, and federal guidelines.

Requirements

Qualifications

Desired Skills and Experience:

2+ years of experience as a CVT
Basic knowledge of life-threatening EKG abnormalities and arrhythmias
Basic knowledge of EKG interpretation and pacemaker functions
Knowledge and ability to perform Holter monitoring, stress testing, and pacemaker procedures
Ability to perform stress testing and other cardiac diagnostic procedures
Professional attitude with a strong commitment to patient care and safety
Ability to solve problems, prioritize, and multi-task in a deadline-driven environment
Ability to make independent decisions regarding matters of significance and work with little to no supervision
Able to work in a team environment, interact positively with team members, and work outside core business hours as needed
Excellent verbal & written communication skills
Keenly attentive to detail
Ability to keep sensitive information confidential
High level of proficiency with PC based software programs
Compliance with Infection Control, Standard Precautions and OSHA standards for healthcare professionals
Able to wear personal protective equipment (e.g. face mask, goggles. Latex/non-latex gloves) as needed
Ability to perform physical demands such as turning, bending, squatting, kneeling, and the ability to lift up to 50 pounds; constant/repetitive standing; requires normal, correctable vision and hearing, and the ability to accurately discern color as necessary to perform job functions.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent; RCT or RCVT (registered) and/or CT or CVT (certified) Cardiology Technician Certification and/or proof of attending specialized training in pacemakers
2+ years of experience as a CVT preferred
Maintenance of current Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) or Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification

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