Cardiac Cath Lab Tech

The University of Kansas Hospital•Kansas City, KS

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About The Position

The Cardiac Cath Lab Technologist performs advanced diagnostic and interventional cardiac procedures, peripheral vascular procedures, and structural heart procedures in the Cardiac Cath Lab. Cardiac Cath Lab Technologists are responsible for scrubbing, monitoring, and assisting providers as requested. Technologists respond with the team to patient distress situations and assist with equipment quality control and inventory management.

Requirements

High School Graduate
Associates Degree in Radiologic Technology OR
Associates Degree Cardiovascular or Vascular Technology OR
Associates Degree Healthcare related field, plus previous experience in a Cardiac Cath Lab, Interventional Radiology or Electrophysiology Lab OR
Bachelors Degree Healthcare related field, plus previous experience in a Cardiac Cath Lab, Interventional Radiology or Electrophysiology Lab OR
Graduate of a non-accredited program in invasive cardiovascular technology and previous experience in a Cardiac Cath Lab, Interventional Radiology, or Electrophysiology Lab OR
Basic Cardiac Life Support (BLS or BCLS) - American Heart Association (AHA)
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) - American Heart Association (AHA) within 120 Days
Knowledge of radiations safety
Basic EKG interpretation
Ability to learn and use multiple imaging hemodynamic and medical record systems

Nice To Haves

1 or more years Previous experience in the following roles: ICU, Cardiac, Cardiovascular technologist, first responders/EMT, radiologic technologists, ultrasound technologist, or respiratory therapy, physiology, or other relevant medical experience.
Knowledge in computer-based imaging and hemodynamic management
Proficient in EKG interpretation
Basic knowledge of cardiac anatomy and pathophysiology

Responsibilities

Assist in transporting patients to nursing units.
Attends to patient needs during cardiac lab procedures.
Circulates during procedure, as applicable.
Obtains and records hemodynamic, electrical, and angiographic data by operating - hemodynamic and electrical amplifiers and digital and line fluoroscopic equipment.
Participates in life-saving measures such as defibrillation and cardiopulmonary resuscitation.
Participates in On-call per established call schedule, if applicable.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Prepares patient and equipment for cardiac lab procedures by preparing site of entry, - draping patient, arranging sterilized instruments and catheters, and calibrating and setting up pressure transducers and tubing.
Prepares the Cardiac Lab procedures rooms by ensuring that adequate stock is available.
Scrubs during procedure, as applicable. Assists the physician in maneuvering catheters.
Must be able to perform the professional, clinical and or technical competencies of the assigned unit or department.
These statements are intended to describe the essential functions of the job and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities. Skills and duties may vary dependent upon your department or unit. Other duties may be assigned as required.