Cath lab/ IR Tech

AdventHealth•Live Oak, CA

10h•Onsite

About The Position

The Cath lab/ IR Tech maintains and operates equipment and supplies for cardiovascular procedures, ensuring proper setup and sterilization. The role performs diagnostic and therapeutic cardiovascular procedures, including coronary, electrophysiology, interventional radiology, and peripheral interventions. Responsibilities include verifying orders, facilitating their implementation, communicating with physicians, and administering and evaluating treatments and medications according to policy and training. The position produces accurate and timely patient medical records based on the scope and complexity of procedures and patients’ clinical conditions, and maintains secure records using prescribed documentation processes. The Tech trains and supervises new personnel, participates in quality and performance improvement activities, follows regulatory and safety standards, and demonstrates cross-functional abilities and leadership within the cardiovascular team. The role takes scheduled emergency calls, responds in a timely manner, and responds appropriately to clinical emergencies within its scope of practice. This is a part-time, day-shift position in New Smyrna Beach, Florida. The listed pay range is $28.97–$53.88. Certain positions are subject to Florida Level 2 background screening, including fingerprinting, as required by state law.

Requirements

Knowledge of ECG training and arrhythmia interpretation.
Knowledge of cardiovascular anatomy.
Knowledge of vascular anatomy.
Knowledge of hemodynamic monitoring.
Ability to communicate appropriately and effectively with patients and their families, hospital staff, nurses, physicians, and other health care professionals.
Knowledge of commonly used concepts, practices, and procedures in the health care industry.
Ability to monitor patient blood pressure, ECG, and pulse oximetry using sophisticated clinical equipment.
Basic computer skills and knowledge of Microsoft Office.
Ability to read, write, and speak conversational English.
Ability to prepare and position patients and accurately select anatomic and technical parameters.
Ability to prepare and administer contrast media and medications within the accepted scope of practice and applicable regulations.
Ability to observe patients during procedures and report abnormal activity; monitor protocols and recommend updates or refinements as warranted.
Follow radiation safety procedures and guidelines.
Ability to perform specialized imaging procedures such as angiography and complex vascular and nonvascular interventional and therapeutic procedures.
Ensure all activities comply with regulatory agency standards.
Basic Life Support (BLS) CPR certification required.
One of the following credentials is required: Registered Nurse (RN), Registered Technologist—Radiography (R.T.(R)(ARRT)), Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT), Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist (RCIS), Registered Cardiac Electrophysiology Specialist (RCES), Cardiovascular Interventional Tech certification (CVIT), Licensed Paramedic (PARA), or Certified Surgical Technologist (CST).

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of electrophysiology diagnostic procedures.
Knowledge of interventional radiology procedures.
Knowledge of peripheral diagnostic procedures.
Knowledge of peripheral intervention procedures.
Knowledge of interventional cardiology procedures.
Basic EKG interpretation.
Associate degree in Science.
Bachelor’s degree in Science.
One or more years of work experience.
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification.

Responsibilities

Maintain and operate equipment and supplies for cardiovascular procedures, ensuring proper setup and sterilization.
Produce accurate and timely medical records for each patient based on the procedure and the patient’s clinical condition.
Train and supervise new personnel, providing orientation and ongoing education.
Participate in quality and performance improvement activities to enhance patient outcomes.
Ensure adherence to regulatory standards and enforce safety regulations.
Maintain accurate and secure medical records according to prescribed documentation processes.
Demonstrate cross-functional abilities and leadership skills within the cardiovascular team.
Take scheduled emergency calls and respond in a timely manner.
Perform diagnostic and therapeutic cardiovascular procedures, including coronary, electrophysiology, interventional radiology, and peripheral interventions.
Verify orders, facilitate implementation, and communicate with physicians as needed.
Administer treatments and medications and evaluate their effectiveness according to policy and training.
Respond appropriately in clinical emergencies and perform within the scope of practice for the position.
Perform other duties as assigned.