Community Health Systems

Operates acute care hospitals nationwide

Cardiovascular Radiology Tech

Diagnostics & Laboratory ProfessionalsPosted on Nov 9

Full-timeBirmingham, AL, USANo salary listedIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

An Associate Degree in Cardiovascular Technology, Radiologic Technology, or a related field is preferred.
0–1 years of experience in cardiovascular or invasive procedures is required.
A strong understanding of cardiovascular anatomy, physiology, and procedural protocols is required.
Proficiency in operating specialized cardiovascular equipment and maintaining sterile techniques is required.
The ability to collaborate effectively with healthcare professionals is required.
The ability to document accurately and follow procedures under general supervision is required.
Basic Life Support (BCLS) must be obtained within 90 days of hire.
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) is required.

Responsibilities

Assist physicians during cardiovascular diagnostic and interventional procedures while adhering to protocols that maintain sterile techniques.
Operate specialized cardiovascular equipment safely and efficiently and monitor patient status throughout procedures.
Record, calculate, and verify procedural data for physician review, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
Prepare procedural documentation, including treatment plans, evaluation results, and progress reports, in accordance with department and regulatory requirements.
Maintain a safe environment in the acute care area by following safety protocols and responding promptly to changes in patient condition.
Support patient preparation, positioning, and monitoring during cardiovascular procedures to ensure patient comfort and safety.
Collaborate with the healthcare team to support efficient workflow, equipment readiness, and timely communication during procedures.
Participate in quality improvement initiatives and adhere to best practices for cardiovascular invasive procedures.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Maintain regular and reliable attendance.
Comply with all policies and standards.

Job Summary

The Cardiovascular Invasive Technician - Non-Certified provides specialized support during diagnostic and therapeutic/interventional cardiovascular procedures. This role involves assisting the physician, operating specialized equipment, maintaining sterile techniques, and ensuring a safe environment for adult patients. The Technician records data and prepares documentation to support the physician's evaluation and decision-making processes.

Essential Functions

Assists physicians during cardiovascular diagnostic and interventional procedures, adhering to protocols to maintain sterile techniques.
Operates specialized cardiovascular equipment safely and efficiently, monitoring patient status throughout procedures.
Records, calculates, and verifies data during procedures for physician review, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
Prepares procedural documentation, including treatment plans, evaluation results, and progress reports, in accordance with department and regulatory requirements.
Maintains a safe environment in the acute care area by following safety protocols and responding promptly to changes in patient condition.
Supports patient preparation, positioning, and monitoring during cardiovascular procedures, ensuring patient comfort and safety.
Collaborates with the healthcare team to ensure efficient workflow, equipment readiness, and timely communication during procedures.
Participates in quality improvement initiatives and adheres to best practices for cardiovascular invasive procedures.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
Complies with all policies and standards.

Qualifications

Associate Degree in Cardiovascular Technology, Radiologic Technology, or a related field preferred
0-1 years of experience in cardiovascular or invasive procedures required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Strong understanding of cardiovascular anatomy, physiology, and procedural protocols.
Proficiency in operating specialized cardiovascular equipment and maintaining sterile techniques.
Excellent communication and teamwork skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with healthcare professionals.
Detail-oriented, with the ability to document accurately and follow procedures under general supervision.

Licenses and Certifications

BCLS - Basic Life Support obtained within 90 days of hire required and
ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support required

About the Company

Community Health Systems

Operates acute care hospitals nationwide

Community Health Systems operates general acute care hospitals across 14 states, owning or leasing 71 facilities to deliver healthcare outside urban centers. Its main business is running hospital networks and providing medical and surgical services to patients, funded by payments from patients, insurers, and government programs like Medicare and Medicaid. The company also offers management services to its affiliates through a professional services corporation. Its workflow centers on developing and operating healthcare delivery systems, supporting a wide range of needs from emergency care to specialized treatments. The goal is to help people get well and live healthier by providing accessible non-urban and suburban hospital-based care while navigating a regulated, competitive US healthcare market.

Company size: 5,001-10,000
Company stage: IPO
Headquarters: Franklin, TN
Founded: 1985

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