MA - Cardiovascular

Presbyterian is seeking a Cardiovascular Invasive Technologist.

Similar to a Medical Assistant / MA, Cardiovascular invasive technologists provide essential support by preparing patients for procedures, ensuring smooth clinical flow, and assisting physicians during cardiac treatments and interventions. They are skilled in operating cardiac monitoring equipment such as EKGs, Holter monitors, event recorders, and performing pacemaker checks. Beyond procedural duties, they maintain a clean, safe, and well-stocked environment-ensuring each exam or intervention is conducted with precision, efficiency, and optimal patient care.

Type of Opportunity: Full Time (1.0 FTE/40 hours per week)
Work Schedule: 8 Hour Days

How you grow, learn and thrive matters here.
* Educational and career development options, including tuition and certification reimbursement, scholarship opportunities
* Strongline Staff Safety (a wearable badge that allows nurses to quickly and discreetly call for help when safety is a concern)
* Differentials for higher education, certifications and various lead roles
* Loan forgiveness through the New Mexico Higher Education Department
* EPIC electronic charting system

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This position is eligible for the Northern New Mexico differential of $4.00 per hour. (This differential may be adjusted or discontinued based on business requirements.)

High school or equivalent
• 1 Year experience as a Medical Assistant preferably in a cardiac setting.
• Specialized training in clinical medical skills from an accredited Medical Assistant program completed
• BLS required time of hire

• Provides primary support by preparing patients for visits and assisting physicians during cardiac procedures.

• Operates and manages cardiac equipment including EKGs, Holter monitors, event recorders, and pacemaker checks.

• Maintains a clean, well-stocked, and safe clinical environment in alignment with infection control standards.

• Uses teamwork and communication to support care coordination and efficient patient flow.

• Handles patient calls regarding test results, medications, and referrals under provider direction.

• Trained in scheduling, prior authorization processes, and referral management.

• Manages indirect care tasks including Kanban stocking, document tracking, and clerical support when needed.

• Schedules appointments, monitors provider calendars, and manages no-shows and reminder calls.

• Processes authorizations and referrals for diagnostics, durable medical equipment, and specialist care.

• Tracks and manages patient forms including Advanced Directives and FMLA paperwork.

• Applies AIDET principles and strong communication skills to deliver responsive, compassionate patient care.

• Keeps providers informed of patient concerns and clinical environment issues.

• Participates in quality improvement initiatives and supports clinical metric goals.

• Demonstrates CARES values: Collaborative, Accountable, Respect, Engage, Serve.

• Carries out additional duties as needed in alignment with job responsibilities.

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About Presbyterian Healthcare Services
Presbyterian exists to improve the health of patients, members and the communities we serve. We are a locally owned, not-for-profit healthcare system comprised of nine hospitals, a statewide health plan and a growing multi-specialty medical group. Founded in New Mexico in 1908, we are the state's largest private employer with nearly 13,000 employees - including more than 1,200 providers and nearly 3,500 nurses.

Our health plan serves more than 640,000 members statewide and offers Medicare Advantage, Medicaid (Centennial Care) and Commercial health plans.

AA/EOE/VET/DISABLED. PHS is a drug-free and tobacco-free employer with smoke free campuses.