Cath and EP Lab Special Procedure Tech

Trinity Health•Livonia, MI

About The Position

The Cath and EP Lab Special Procedure Tech scrubs and gowns for surgery to assist cardiologists with invasive cardiovascular procedures, and performs specialized and complex invasive and non-invasive cardiovascular procedures. The role assists with surgical and diagnostic procedures, prepares patients, and helps monitor their condition during invasive cardiovascular procedures. The technician works as part of the cardiovascular lab team, supporting routine cardiac diagnostic and minor surgical procedures. Responsibilities include preparing patients and compiling histories; assisting with procedural monitoring, catheter and guide-wire manipulation using aseptic technique, and equipment calibration; scheduling and transporting patients; administering medications and fluids under cardiologist supervision; processing angiographic images; and documenting procedures, inventory, and billing information. The role also involves maintaining supplies and work areas, supporting patient and family education, participating in the on-call schedule, and keeping certifications and continuing education current. Cross-training between Cath and EP labs may be required. The position requires an associate’s degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience in Cardiovascular Technology or a related field. BLS and ACLS are required. RCIS/RCES (CCI) or CI (ARRT) certification is preferred. The technician should be able to recognize ECG rhythms and ischemia or infarction patterns, understand aseptic technique and radiation safety, communicate effectively, prioritize work, collaborate with a team, think critically, operate and calibrate equipment, interpret medical technology, and monitor patient condition during cardiac procedures. The role follows departmental policies and Trinity Health’s Mission, Vision, and Values; protects confidential information; maintains cooperative working relationships; and performs duties safely. Other duties may be assigned. Trinity Health states its commitment to equal opportunity and to honoring the dignity, perspectives, experiences, and talents of its colleagues.

Requirements

Associate’s degree or an equivalent combination of experience and education in Cardiovascular Technology or a related field.
BLS and ACLS are required.
Ability to recognize normal and abnormal ECG rhythms and ischemia and infarction patterns.
Understanding of basic aseptic technique.
Strong written and oral communication skills.
Strong organizational skills and ability to prioritize.
Positive, collaborative team approach.
Team-building and leadership skills.
Critical-thinking aptitude.
Mechanical and mathematical aptitude for equipment calibration and operation.
Ability to interpret medical technology.
Knowledge of potential radiation hazards and appropriate safety practices and procedures.
Manual dexterity to assist during invasive procedures.
Analytical and clinical ability to monitor patient condition during cardiac procedures.

Nice To Haves

RCIS/RCES (CCI) or CI (ARRT) certification is preferred.

Responsibilities

Assist cardiologists and the cardiovascular lab team with routine cardiac diagnostic procedures and minor surgical procedures.
Prepare incoming patients and compile and summarize patient histories from physician letters and notes.
Participate in pre- and post-procedure time-outs according to hospital policy.
Monitor patients during invasive cardiac procedures and communicate deteriorating conditions to the team leader.
Troubleshoot and calibrate monitoring equipment used during invasive cardiac procedures.
Scrub for procedures and assist cardiologists with invasive cardiovascular procedures, including cardiac catheter and guide-wire manipulation using aseptic technique.
Prepare patients for cardiovascular procedures and transport them to the procedure room when necessary.
Receive requests and schedule specialized diagnostic procedures; arrange patient transportation to and from procedural and post-procedure locations; relay reports to nursing staff.
Administer routinely used procedural and emergent medications, contrast fluids, and flush fluids under cardiologist supervision.
Attend Cath Interventional Meetings, department and staff meetings, and/or Ground Rounds in line with ACC/SCAI requirements.
Maintain an orderly and clean patient and work area; report equipment and system problems; and help prepare, clean, and sterilize disposable and reusable supplies.
Identify angiographic images, process cine-angiographic images, assess image quality, and deliver images for interpretation and results.
Monitor patients and accurately document procedures, including inventory control.
Monitor supplies to keep them current.
Provide information needed for patient billing.
Assist with patient and family education.
Participate in the on-call schedule.
Maintain certification and CEU requirements and stay current on cardiovascular practice; cross-train between Cath and EP labs as required.
Follow departmental policies, practices, and procedures.
Maintain cooperative working relationships, address conflict constructively, identify problems, offer solutions, and participate in resolution.
Maintain confidentiality of information concerning patients, physicians, employees, and visitors, discussing it only with appropriate personnel in private settings.
Perform duties safely, protect personal and coworker safety, and promptly report preventable hazards and unsafe practices to management.
Behave in accordance with Trinity Health’s Mission, Vision, and Values.
Perform other duties as assigned.