Cardiovascular Technician

Job Overview:

We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Cardiovascular Technician to join our multidisciplinary team at an Integrated Diabetes Center. The technician will play a key role in supporting cardiologists and other healthcare professionals in the evaluation and monitoring of cardiovascular health, especially in patients with diabetes and related metabolic disorders. The role involves operating diagnostic equipment, performing cardiovascular tests, and ensuring the highest standard of patient care and safety.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform and interpret non-invasive cardiovascular diagnostic procedures such as:

1. Electrocardiograms (ECG/EKG)
2. Holter monitoring
3. Treadmill stress testing
4. Ambulatory blood pressure monitoring (ABPM)
5. Ankle-brachial index (ABI)
6. Vascular ultrasounds (if trained)
7. Echocardiogram
8. Stress test
9. VO2 Max
10. Remote data/monitoring

• Prepare patients for tests, explain procedures, and ensure their comfort and safety.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and endocrinologists to support patient care plans.
• Maintain accurate patient records and ensure timely reporting of test results.
• Ensure all equipment is functioning properly, regularly maintained, and calibrated.
• Follow infection control protocols and safety guidelines in all procedures.
• Assist in triaging patients for cardiac evaluations as part of the diabetes risk assessment.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and multidisciplinary team meetings.
• Stay current with developments in cardiovascular diagnostics and diabetes-related cardiac care.