Peds Cardiovascular Technologist II

Company: Medical University of South Carolina
Location: Charleston
Posted on: April 1, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Summary The Pediatric Interventional Cardiovascular Technologist II reports to the Cath Lab Supervisor and Interventional Cardiology and Imaging Manager. Under limited supervision, the Cardiovascular Technologist II assists physicians in diagnosing and treating cardiac disease by performing and assisting in complex technical procedures, operates at a high level of technical competency, and models the ability to act with initiative and ingenuity under limited supervision. This role is responsible for the safe use of ionizing radiation for special cardiovascular, EP, and interventional procedures on a population ranging from neonate to adult congenital heart patients. This position functions proficiently during all heart catheterization, electrophysiology studies, ablations, and other cardiovascular interventional radiographic procedures. This role commands a strong knowledge of both normal and abnormal cardiovascular anatomy and physiology. Entity Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA) Worker Type Employee Worker Sub-Type? Regular Cost Center CC000320 CHS - Cath Lab - 3 (SJCH) Pay Rate Type Hourly Pay Grade Health-28 Scheduled Weekly Hours 40 Work Shift Job Description Education: Graduate of an accredited school of Radiological Sciences, RT, or an accredited school for Cardiovascular Technology/CVT Licenses/Certifications: ARRT, CVIS, CRT or CVT Licensure from the South Carolina Radiation Quality Standards Association (SCRQSA) Current BLS for Healthcare Providers certification (or completed within the first 30 days), PALS, and ACLS (may be completed in first 6 months of hire) Cath lab or Cardiovascular specialty certification preferred Additional Job Description Minimum Requirements: Associate's Degree or equivalent, and 1 year of experience as a Cardiovascular Technologist I or similar expertise. Required License Certification and Registration: Must be certified as a AART, RCIS OR RCES with Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI). Licensure from the South Carolina Radiation Quality Standards Association is required. Current American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) certification or American Red Cross BLS for Healthcare Providers certification is required. Physical Requirements Mobility & Posture Standing: Continuous Sitting: Continuous Walking: Continuous Climbing stairs: Infrequent Working indoors: Continuous Working outdoors (temperature extremes): Infrequent Working from elevated areas: Frequent Working in confined/cramped spaces: Frequent Kneeling: Infrequent Bending at the waist: Continuous Twisting at the waist: Frequent Squatting: Frequent Manual Dexterity & Strength Pinching operations: Frequent Gross motor use (fingers/hands): Continuous Firm grasping (fingers/hands): Continuous Fine manipulation (fingers/hands): Continuous Reaching overhead: Frequent Reaching in all directions: Continuous Repetitive motion (hands/wrists/elbows/shoulders): Continuous Full use of both legs: Continuous Balance & coordination (lower extremities): Frequent Lifting & Force Requirements Lift/carry 50 lbs. unassisted: Infrequent Lift/lower 50 lbs. from floor to 36”: Infrequent Lift up to 25 lbs. overhead: Infrequent Exert up to 50 lbs. of force: Frequent Examples: Transfer 100 lb. non-ambulatory patient = 50 lbs. force Push 400 lb. patient in wheelchair on carpet = 20 lbs. force Push patient stretcher one-handed = 25 lbs. force Vision & Sensory Maintain corrected vision 20/40 (one or both eyes): Continuous Recognize objects (near/far): Continuous Color discrimination: Continuous Depth perception: Continuous Peripheral vision: Continuous Hearing acuity (with correction): Continuous Tactile sensory function: Continuous Gross motor with fine motor coordination: Continuous Selected Positions: Olfactory (smell) function: Continuous Respirator use qualification: Continuous Work Environment & Conditions Effective stress management: Continuous Rotating shifts: Frequent Overtime as required: Frequent Latex-safe environment: Continuous If you like working with energetic enthusiastic individuals, you will enjoy your career with us! The Medical University of South Carolina is an Equal Opportunity Employer. MUSC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, age, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, family or parental status, or any other status protected by state laws and/or federal regulations. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment based upon applicable qualifications, merit and business need. Medical University of South Carolina participates in the federal E-Verify program to confirm the identity and employment authorization of all newly hired employees. For further information about the E-Verify program, please click here: http://www.uscis.gov/e-verify/employees

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