Cardiovascular Technologist

Massachusetts General Hospital
United States, Massachusetts, Boston
90 Blossom Street (Show on map)
Aug 07, 2025
Summary: Responsible for assisting with direct patient care activities in a variety of Cath Lab procedures. Prepares and stocks the Cath Lab before and after procedures, gathers clean and sterile supplies, sets sterile instrument fields, maintains and monitors aseptic techniques. Essential Functions: -Assists the cardiologist in all surgical and diagnostic procedures. -Attends to patient needs during cardiac lab procedures. -Attends to patient needs during cardiac lab procedures. -Recognizes and interprets arrhythmias and heart block abnormalities. -Tests tissue according to what the pathologist needs. -Describe the indications for electrophysiologic testing, permanent pacemaker. -Operates the radiographic equipment utilizing radiation safety procedures. -Protects healthcare organization value by keeping information confidential; cautioning others regarding potential breaches. Education: Associate's Degree required Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? No Licenses and Credentials: Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support [ACLS (AHA)] preferred Registered Technologist [ARRT-R] preferred Basic Life Support [BLS Certification] preferred Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist [RCIS] preferred Experience: On the job training consisting of 2-3 months (dependent on past experience and knowledge) training will consist of orientation to the clinical and radiological setting formal orientation with an experienced radiologic/cardiovascular technologist to become familiar with interventional, hemodynamic and radiologic equipment as well as patient care responsibilities, all age groups 0-1 year preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: - Knowledge of sterile technique. - Ability to handle assignments under minimal supervision is essential. - Technical Skills: strives to continuously build knowledge and skills, pursues training and development opportunities, shares expertise with others. - Knowledge of lab equipment and procedures. - strong desire and aptitude to learn. - Strong organizational skills with attention to detail. - Create various excel based sample reports with data exports. Physical Requirements Standing Frequently (34-66%) Walking Frequently (34-66%) Sitting Occasionally (3-33%) Lifting Frequently (34-66%) 35lbs+ (w/assisted device) Carrying Frequently (34-66%) 20lbs - 35lbs Pushing Occasionally (3-33%) Pulling Occasionally (3-33%) Climbing Rarely (Less than 2%) Balancing Frequently (34-66%) Stooping Occasionally (3-33%) Kneeling Occasionally (3-33%) Crouching Occasionally (3-33%) Crawling Rarely (Less than 2%) Reaching Frequently (34-66%) Gross Manipulation (Handling) Frequently (34-66%) Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (34-66%) Feeling Constantly (67-100%) Foot Use Rarely (Less than 2%) Vision - Far Constantly (67-100%) Vision - Near Constantly (67-100%) Talking Constantly (67-100%) Hearing Constantly (67-100%) The General Hospital Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.