Description
The Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking a contractor to provide Cardiovascular Technologist staffing services for the VA Greater Los Angeles Healthcare System. The contractor will provide a minimum of 7 Cardiovascular Technologists to perform a range of diagnostic tests and support duties. The contract will be for a period of 5 years, with a guaranteed minimum amount of $1,000 and a maximum aggregate value of $7,000,000. The contractor will be responsible for providing replacement personnel in the event of absences and will be subject to quality assurance standards and regulations. Key responsibilities of the Cardiovascular Technologist include:
• Performing diagnostic tests and support duties
• Operating radiologic fluoroscopy equipment
• Assisting with testing and monitoring procedures
• Maintaining logs of patient data and archiving studies
• Ensuring proper function of digital fluoroscopy systems
The contractor must adhere to VA policies and procedures, including those related to patient care, confidentiality, and employee conduct.
Some of the key qualifications for the Cardiovascular Technologist include:
• Completion of an accredited educational program
• Certification in Registered Vascular Technologist
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in catheterization and electrophysiology laboratory procedures
• Ability to recognize abnormal and life-threatening rhythms
• Knowledge of electrocardiography and coronary arteries and cardiac chamber anomalies