Cardiovascular Technician

Associate’s or Vocational degree graduate of accredited Cardiovascular Technology program; or Bachelor’s degree in life, physical science, or health care related field; or EMT certification
BLS Tier 1 – Basic Life Support – Multisource required upon hire
ACLS-BLS Tier 2 – Advanced Cardiac Life Support – required if working at Abbott Northwestern within 180 days

Effectively operates laboratory equipment
Prepares and operates equipment within department, manufacturer and federal guidelines
Performs quality control and basic troubleshooting as needed
Promptly reports all equipment problems to appropriate source
Ensures a safe and sterile environment for the patient
Practices aseptic technique, maintains sterile field and reports/corrects any breaks in sterile technique
Prepares the equipment and competently assists the physician during the procedure
Understands the anatomy and physiology of the conduction system, and associated intra cardiac electrocardiographic signals
Detects and responds to changing patient conditions, observing EKG, blood pressure, and other electrograms
Performs complete diagnostic and provocative pacing protocols under the direction of the physician
Differentiates basic and complex arrhythmias and assists in mapping
Records, compiles and enters patient data accurately into electronic medical record and image retrieval system
Protects self and others from injury by using equipment per manufacturer and department guidelines
Uses transfer lifts, transport equipment and body mechanics to protect from injury
Practices good habits of radiation safety
Other duties as assigned.