Job Description
We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Cardiovascular Technician to join our healthcare team. The role involves utilizing specialized equipment, assisting in diagnostic and interventional procedures, and supporting physicians in providing excellent patient care.
Key Responsibilities:
Diagnostic Support:
- Operate electrocardiography (EKG) and other diagnostic equipment to monitor and record heart or blood vessel activity.
- Prepare patients for EKG tests and other cardiovascular diagnostic procedures.
- Record and archive diagnostic data for physicians’ analysis and relay findings to patients.
Procedural Assistance:
- Assist doctors during procedures, including the insertion of catheters into the heart.
- Measure and administer special fluids as part of diagnostic or treatment protocols.
- Ensure smooth workflow during procedures by managing supplies and sterile consumables.
Equipment Maintenance:
- Maintain and manage technical equipment, ensuring it is in proper working condition.
- Sterilize and prepare consumables and manage inventory to support efficient operations.
Patient Interaction:
- Take patient medical histories and provide information about upcoming procedures.
- Assist in preparing patients physically and mentally for tests or treatments.
Administrative Tasks:
- Archive clinical data accurately and ensure secure storage.
- Maintain records of diagnostic procedures and manage related documentation.
Qualifications:
- Strong understanding of cardiovascular anatomy and diagnostic procedures.
- Proficiency with EKG equipment and other diagnostic tools.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to interact effectively with patients and staff.
- Attention to detail for accurate data recording and equipment management.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, clinical environment and maintain a patient-centered approach.