Cardiac Catheterization Lab (CCL) Technologist

Winfield, Kansas•Winfield, KS

About The Position

Under general supervision, the Cardiac Catheterization Lab Technologist provides technical support and assistance to physicians during diagnostic and invasive cardiovascular and peripheral vascular procedures. The role performs scrub and hemodynamic-monitoring duties during cardiac catheterization, vascular, and interventional radiology procedures, applying clinical knowledge, technical skills, and professional judgment in accordance with professional and departmental standards and protocols. The technologist assesses and cares for patients before, during, and after procedures, provides procedural instruction, and prepares and maintains pertinent procedure information. The position supports safe and efficient procedures by preparing sterile trays and equipment, maintaining the sterile field, monitoring patients’ hemodynamic status, operating and maintaining lab equipment, and responding to cardiac emergencies. It also includes image and data handling, radiation safety, documentation, preventive maintenance, staff education, and participation in department and organizational quality and safety activities.

Requirements

Graduate from an approved school of radiologic technology.
Certification as an ARRT.
Two to three years of clinical experience in diagnostic and/or interventional CCL.
Current ACLS and BLS certifications.
Clinical competence in basic cardiac physiology and pathology.
Knowledge of 12-lead EKG interpretation.
Knowledge of physiologic monitoring, including intracardiac pressure waveforms.
Knowledge of pacemaker operation, including implantable and external pacemakers.
Knowledge of radiographic equipment related to cardiac care.
Adhere to professional dress and appearance standards and complete annual educational requirements.
Maintain applicable regulatory requirements, patient confidentiality, and compliance with organizational policies and procedures.

Nice To Haves

Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist (RCIS) certification.

Responsibilities

Scrub and assist cardiologists during invasive diagnostic and interventional cardiac procedures.
Maintain operational knowledge of CCL equipment, including fluoroscopy and hemodynamic-monitoring equipment, and use it according to manufacturer specifications; this includes IVUS/FFR.
Prepare sterile trays, instruments, supplies, and equipment for procedures, and maintain the sterile field.
Provide appropriate services to complete patient procedures safely and efficiently.
Maintain knowledge of cardiac concepts and clinical practices, including vascular sheath pulls.
Monitor and record patients’ hemodynamic status during procedures.
Know the location, care, and operation of CCL equipment, including imaging and hemodynamic-monitoring systems, defibrillation equipment, crash carts, temporary pacemakers, IABP, and Impella.
Provide patient care before, during, and after procedures, including assessment and procedural instruction.
Respond immediately to a Code Blue in the CCL, take charge, and initiate emergency treatment until a physician arrives.
Promote patient safety by recognizing cardiac arrhythmias, following emergency protocols, operating external and internal pacemakers and defibrillators, and providing appropriate therapy during cardiac emergencies.
Handle and process CVIS/Hemo images and data, including storage and transfer.
Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot fluoroscopy equipment; calibrate equipment and perform routine preventive maintenance.
Follow radiation safety policies established by the NRC and the Hospital’s Radiation Safety Committee.
Prepare required written documentation, including patient assessment results, individualized treatment plans, and progress reports.
Comply with safety regulations, report actual and potential errors and hazardous conditions, identify opportunities to standardize and error-proof processes, and participate in safety education and root-cause analyses as required.
Provide outstanding customer service, foster teamwork, and practice fiscal responsibility through improvement and innovation.
Assist with orientation and in-service training for hospital staff and participate in guidance and education programs.
Attend administrative staff, committee, and other meetings as assigned or appropriate.
Meet professional and departmental standards, including dress and appearance standards, annual education, regulatory requirements, confidentiality, infection control, and organizational policies.
Maintain cooperative working relationships and communicate appropriately with physicians, staff, administration, patients, and visitors.
Report to work on time, complete assigned duties within designated time, wear identification while on duty, and use the computerized time system correctly.
Attend annual reviews, department in-services, and staff meetings; review meeting minutes when absent.
Participate actively in performance improvement and continuous quality improvement activities.
Represent the organization professionally and communicate the hospital’s mission, vision, core values, ethics, and goals.