Cath Lab Tech
About The Position
Assists the physician with imaging during diagnosis and treatment of cardiac cath lab patients of diverse ages. Ensures quality of imaging and image acquisition, DSA, and hemodynamic monitoring. Ensures radiation safety practices are used for patients and personnel. Proficient with aseptic technique and assists physician with scrubbing during procedure. Transport patients to and from the cath lab. May apply manual pressure to puncture site to obtain hemostasis following procedures. Assists with technical utilization of physiologic monitoring/data devices in the cath lab. Calibrates physiologic and monitoring devices. Prepares appropriate forms to document procedural data. Prepares and maintains physiological data after completion of each procedure.
Requirements
- Completion of a two-year training program in radiologic technology and ARRT registry, with a valid Iowa Radiology technologist permit to practice, OR a graduate of Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist certification program OR an Advanced medical training degree or certification (Associate of Science degree or Associate’s degree in paramedic, or Allied Health Profession).
- Valid Illinois permit to practice, degree or certification if working in Illinois.
- Basic Life Support required within 3 months of hire. Acceptable credentialing bodies and certifications include American Heart Association Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers.
- Mandatory Reporter required within 3 months of hire.
Nice To Haves
- Two years of related experience preferred
- Basic EKG monitoring class preferred.
- ACLS preferred required within 6 months of hire.
Responsibilities
- Assists the physician with imaging during diagnosis and treatment of cardiac cath lab patients of diverse ages.
- Ensures quality of imaging and image acquisition, DSA, and hemodynamic monitoring.
- Ensures radiation safety practices are used for patients and personnel.
- Proficient with aseptic technique and assists physician with scrubbing during procedure.
- Transport patients to and from the cath lab.
- May apply manual pressure to puncture site to obtain hemostasis following procedures.
- Assists with technical utilization of physiologic monitoring/data devices in the cath lab.
- Calibrates physiologic and monitoring devices.
- Prepares appropriate forms to document procedural data.
- Prepares and maintains physiological data after completion of each procedure.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
