Entry Level Invasive Cardiovascular Technologist Jobs in Missouri

Shift: Part time for call coverage between Monday through Friday with some weekends and holidays.
Work Arrangement: On-Site
Department: Capital Region Medical Center Cardiovascular Lab
Facility: Capital Region Medical Center - 1125 Madison Street Jefferson City, MO 65101
Compensation:
• Base Pay Range: $38.44 per hour
ABOUT THE JOB
MU Health Care is looking for a highly detail-oriented and calm professional who thrives in fast-paced, high-acuity cardiac environments and brings confidence to complex clinical situations. The ideal candidate is intellectually curious, technically sharp, and motivated by precision, using critical thinking to interpret complex physiological data that directly impacts patient outcomes. This role is well suited for someone who values teamwork and communication, partnering seamlessly with physicians and procedural teams to support accurate diagnosis and life-saving care. A strong commitment to patient safety, sterile technique, and quality standards is essential, along with pride in maintaining advanced technology and clinical excellence. The right individual is driven to keep learning, embraces ongoing education, and is passionate about delivering exceptional cardiovascular care at an academic health system that leads with innovation and compassion.
ABOUT MU HEALTH CARE
MU Health Care is proud to be named one of Forbes' Best-in-State Employers seven years in a row, and that's largely a result of the incredible culture and team we've built. At MU Health Care, we have an inspired, hard-working and collaborative environment driven by our mission to save and improve lives. Here, we believe anything is possible and rally around solutions. We celebrate innovation and offer opportunities to be a part of something bigger - to have a voice and role in the work that is serving our community and changing the field of medicine.
Our academic health system - the only in mid-Missouri - is home to seven hospitals, including the region's only Level 1 Trauma Center and region's only Children's Hospital, as well as over 90 specialty clinics. Here you can define your career among our many clinical and nonclinical positions - with growth, opportunity and support every step of the way.
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DETAILED JOB DESCRIPTION
• Monitor the physiological condition of cardiac patients during such procedures as heart catheterization, temporary and permanent pacemakers, intra-aortic balloon pump insertions, coronary angiography, angioplasties, streptokinase infusions, and electrophysiologic procedures. Calibrate and maintain equipment used in the conduction of tests and the processing of results while following departmental quality control guidelines. Use of sterile technique for setting up procedure, handing off supplies, and prepping the patient for the procedure.
• Calculate more complex cardiac parameters using data obtained from heart catheterizations, and IE shunt runs. Measure systolic, diastolic, and mean pressures from various locations in the heart and blood vessels. Draw ventricular silhouettes from angiograms to measure ventricular volumes and calculate the patient's ejection fraction. Provide hemodynamic monitoring during cardiac catheterization procedures and prepare reports for attending cardiologists to enable the proper diagnosis and treatment of patients. Participate in in-service education and outside educational programs. May complete unit/department-specific duties as outlined in department documents.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
• Associates degree (or equivalent credit hours) in a health science area, or an equivalent combination of education and experience from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities can be acquired. One (1) year of experience in invasive cardiovascular technology.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
• Additional license/certification requirements as determined by the hiring department.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met with or without reasonable accommodation. The performance of these physical demands is an essential function of the job. This position is very active and requires ambulating, reaching, and moving objects weighing up to and over 20 lbs. This role also routinely comes into contact with patients who may have contagious illnesses. This position is in a health care facility open 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Rotating shifts as well as holiday and work during inclement weather will be required.
Equal Employment Opportunity
The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer.