Working under the guidance of a registered cardiovascular invasive specialist as needed, conducts tests on pulmonary or cardiovascular systems of patients for diagnostic purposes. May conduct or assist in electrocardiograms, cardiac catheterizations, pulmonary-functions, lung capacity, and similar tests. Maintains equipment; records test results. Follows department policies and protocols. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES + Works under the guidance of a registered cardiovascular invasive specialist as needed. + Monitors, analyzes, obtains, calculates and documents data obtained in procedures. Alerts physician to abnormalities or changes in patient responses. + Explains testing procedures to patient to obtain cooperation and reduce anxiety. + Prepares reports of diagnostic procedures for interpretation by physician. + Observes gauges, recorder, and video screens of data analysis system during imaging of cardiovascular system. + Assists the physician during cardiac cath lab procedures including angioplasty procedures. + Conducts electrocardiogram, phonocardiogram, echocardiogram, stress testing, and other cardiovascular tests to record patients' cardiac activity, using specialized electronic test equipment, recording devices, and laboratory instruments. + Prepares and positions patients for testing. + Obtains and records patient identification, medical history and test results. + Checks, tests, and maintains cardiology equipment, making minor repairs when necessary, to ensure proper operation. + Completes quality assurance processes and practices. Complies with all Joint Commission, federal, state, and local regulatory laws, standards, and protocols. + Maintains all required documentation, logs, charts, forms and records in paper and electronic formats. + Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; participating in professional societies. + Performs other related duties as required and directed. QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED + Associate degree in allied health field; or bachelor’s of science degree as health science; or enrolled in an associate degree allied health program with a graduation date within six months and registry eligible RCIS. + One year of current allied health experience in an acute care setting or registry eligible RCIS. + BLS Certification _Preferred:_ * Recent cardiac cath lab or special procedures experience. * Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist (RICS) by Cardiovascular Credentialing International. Note: Non-registered cardiovascular technologist is strongly encouraged to obtain registration. #LI-ME1