Cardiovascular Technologist (CVT) - Cardiac Catheterization (Cath) and EP Lab - UW Medical Center-Northwest

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Seattle, WA

Full time

REQ-0000136649

Job Description

Job Posting Text

$10,000 Recruitment Incentive to eligible new employees

UW Medical Center - Northwest's Cath and EP Lab has an outstanding opportunity for an CARDIOVASCULAR TECHNOLOGIST (CVT).

WORK SCHEDULE

• 100% FTE, Full-time, 40-hours-per-week

• Day Shift, Monday-Friday, 7:00am – 5:30pm, with rotating day off

• On-Call Shifts after regular department hours according to a monthly schedule

DEPARTMENT DESCRIPTION

The Cardiac Cath and EP Labs at UW Medical Center – Northwest are procedural areas providing advanced diagnostic and interventional cardiovascular care for adult patients. As a regional referral center and part of a nationally recognized academic medical center, the labs perform a broad range of procedures including diagnostic coronary angiography, percutaneous coronary interventions (PCI), device implantations, cardiac ablations and emergent cardiac procedures. The Cath/EP Lab team works collaboratively in a fast-paced environment to deliver safe, evidence-based, and patient-centered care.

POSITION HIGHLIGHTS

• Work as part of a dynamic, comprehensive care team

• Make a difference for the patients and employees we serve

• Opportunity to provide career growth

PRIMARY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Scrubbing, monitoring and circulating interventional cardiac procedures in the Cath Lab. Scrubbing device implant and ablation procedures in the EP Lab. There is no back room/monitoring expectation in the EP Lab (but we are willing to train in this if desired).

• Effectively communicate with physicians and staff about changes in the patient’s condition, including hemodynamic monitoring, symptomatology and any changes. May participate in quality improvement activities within the department.

• Case types include diagnostic assessments (Cors, RHC, R&L, EP studies), complex coronary interventions (PCI, CTO), cardiac arrythmia ablations, device implantations (pacemaker, ICD), and support devices (IABP, Impella).

REQUIREMENTS

• Associate of Arts (AA) degree from an accredited Interventional Cardiovascular Technologist (CVT) program AND registration by Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI) AND Licensure by the State of Washington as a Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist (CIS)

OR

• Associate of Arts (AA) degree from an accredited Radiologic Technologist program AND Registration by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) AND Licensure by the State of Washington as a Radiologic Technologist (RT)

• Equivalent education and/or experience may substitute for minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license, certification, and/or registration.

ABOUT UW MEDICAL CENTER-MONTLAKE:

UW Medical Center is an acute care academic medical center located in Seattle with two campuses: Montlake and Northwest. As the No. 1 hospital in Seattle and Washington State since 2012 (U.S. News & World Report) and nationally ranked in seven specialties, UW Medical Center prides itself on compassionate patient care as well as its pioneering medical advances.

The UW Medical Center-Montlake campus is located on the edge of the beautiful UW campus which includes many amenities available to our staff as well as very convenient public transit options including the Sound Transit’s light rail station across the street.

Excellence. Exploration. Education. (https://www.uwmedicine.org/about/career-opportunities/uw-medical-center-montlake)

ABOUT UW MEDICINE – WHERE YOUR IMPACT GOES FURTHER

UW Medicine is Washington’s only health system that includes a top-rated medical school and an internationally recognized research center. UW Medicine’s mission is to improve the health of the public by advancing medical knowledge, providing outstanding primary and specialty care to the people of the region, and preparing tomorrow’s physicians, scientists and other health professionals.

All across UW Medicine, our employees collaborate to perform the highest quality work with integrity and compassion and to create a respectful, welcoming environment where every patient, family, student and colleague is valued and honored. Nearly 29,000 healthcare professionals, researchers, and educators work in the UW Medicine family of organizations that includes: Harborview Medical Center, UW Medical Center - Montlake, UW Medical Center - Northwest, UW Medicine Primary Care, UW Physicians, UW School of Medicine, and Airlift Northwest.

Become part of our team. (https://www.uwmedicine.org/jobs) Join our mission to make life healthier for everyone in our community.

Compensation, Benefits and Position Details

Pay Range Minimum:

$53.39 hourly

Pay Range Maximum:

$77.64 hourly

Other Compensation:

$10,000 Sign-On Bonus Relocation assistance available On-Call Pay Call Back Pay

Benefits:

For information about benefits for this position, visit https://www.washington.edu/jobs/benefits-for-uw-staff/

Shift:

First Shift (United States of America)

Temporary or Regular?

This is a regular position

FTE (Full-Time Equivalent):

100.00%

Union/Bargaining Unit:

SEIU 1199NW UWMC Northwest Professional

About the UW

Working at the University of Washington provides a unique opportunity to change lives – on our campuses, in our state and around the world.

UW employees bring their boundless energy, creative problem-solving skills and dedication to building stronger minds and a healthier world. In return, they enjoy outstanding benefits, opportunities for professional growth and the chance to work in an environment known for its diversity, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits and natural beauty.

Our Commitment

The University of Washington is committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful and welcoming community for all. As an equal opportunity employer, the University considers applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship, sex, pregnancy, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability, or veteran status consistent with UW Executive Order No. 81 (https://policy.uw.edu/directory/po/executive-orders/eo-81-prohibiting-discrimination-harassment-and-sexual-misconduct/) .

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