Cath Lab Tech - Days
About The Position
The Cath Lab Tech assists physicians in diagnosing and treating cardiac and peripheral vascular disease and cardiac arrhythmias. The role functions as scrub assistant, monitor, and circulator, and operates equipment used in the cardiac catheterization lab. The team provides outpatient diagnostic and interventional procedures in three cardiac catheterization labs, including heart catheterization, PCI, stent placement, balloon angioplasty, intravascular imaging (IVUS and OCT), functional assessments (FFR and iFR), and structural heart procedures such as TAVR, MitraClip, PFO closure, and device implantation. The position is based at UAB St. Vincent's Birmingham and is full-time, with 4x10-hour and 5x8-hour schedules available. It is a day-shift position with on-call duty every fifth week. A bonus of up to $25,000 may be available to experienced Cath Lab Techs with two or more years of experience. Benefits apply to eligible positions only.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Current CPR certification, or obtain it within 30 days of hire.
- ACLS certification from the American Heart Association, required within six months of hire into the classification.
- Current registration as a Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist (RCIS) through Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI) and/or as an American Registry of Radiology Technologists (ARRT).
- Two years of experience in a cardiac catheterization lab or electrophysiology lab may substitute for the licensure, certification, or registration requirement.
Nice To Haves
- One year of experience is preferred.
- Two or more years of experience may qualify for a bonus of up to $25,000.
Responsibilities
- Admit and orient patients to the cardiac cath lab using the pre-procedural checklist.
- Enter patient information accurately into databases, hemodynamic systems, and x-ray systems.
- Explain the procedure to patients and/or significant others, including the exam, contrast media, expected duration, and required equipment.
- Serve as a scrub assistant and establish and maintain a sterile field in accordance with department and institutional policies.
- Follow infection-control guidelines.
- Serve as a monitor and operate EKG, x-ray, and hemodynamic equipment to monitor blood pressure, heart rate, EKG, and pulse oximetry during procedures.
- Respond appropriately to changes in a patient's physiological status.
- Monitor patient comfort and safety, vital signs, and procedural documentation.
- Set up and maintain equipment and the treatment room during diagnostic and therapeutic procedures.
- Run blood oximetry for cardiac output and assist physicians with diagnostic and mapping systems.
- Operate diagnostic and therapeutic equipment safely and effectively, including hemodynamic monitoring equipment, defibrillators, IABPs, power injectors, stents, rotoblator, temporary pacemakers, TEC devices, AngioJet, and x-ray equipment.
- Observe occupational and radiation safety regulations and wear appropriate protective aprons, goggles, and gloves.
- Maintain required certifications and licensures, complete mandatory education, and stay current with technology changes.
- Demonstrate a responsible attitude toward continued professional growth.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Generous paid time off.
- Paid parental leave.
- Associate Assistance Program.
- Tuition Reimbursement Program.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
