Burien, WA, USA
16 days ago
Cardiovascular Technologist
Overview

In 2020, Virginia Mason and CHI Franciscan Health joined forces to create Virginia Mason Franciscan Health, a health system focused on delivering the highest quality care and exceptional patient experiences. With nearly 300 sites of care, including 11 hospitals and nearly 5,000 providers, we are dedicated to making a significant impact on the health and well-being of our communities. St. Anne Hospital in Burien, WA, is a vital part of this mission. As a 133-bed non-profit facility under CommonSpirit Health, we are committed to providing quality healthcare accessible to nearly 1 in 4 U.S. residents across 21 states.

If you’re passionate about social justice and health equity and eager to innovate in care delivery, we want you on our team!


Responsibilities

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

Reviewing and/or recording pertinent patient history and supporting clinical data; Preparing patients for testing Using C-arms, fluoroscopy, and tomography to perform exams and procedures and obtain a record of data for interpretation by provider; Participating in cardiovascular and interventional radiology procedures. Incumbents are also accountable for; keeping abreast of CHI Franciscan 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:Answer phones; inventory management.Inventory/stocking of equipment and supplies.
Qualifications
Education/Work Experience RequirementsGraduation from an accredited school of Radiological Technology, and one year of recent related work experience which may be obtained through practical education/training; ORGraduation from an accredited school of Cardiovascular Technology.  

Licensure/CertificationRegistered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist 1 (RCIS), with Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI) and license to practice in the state of Washington, ORAmerican Registry of Radiological Technologists (ARRT), and State of Washington Certification.Current Healthcare Provider BLS Certification.ACLS certification required.Cardiovascular Technologist Cert: Must possess Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist (RCIS) through Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI).
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