Cath Lab Technician - Prov Cardiovascular Lab - Providence

USA Health • Mobile, AL

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About The Position

The Cath Lab Technician works in the Providence Cardiovascular Lab and performs diagnostic and interventional cardiology support duties. The role includes digital image management, preparation and operation of imaging equipment, patient positioning, sterile and scrub procedures, and direct assistance to cardiologists during catheter-based procedures. The technician completes patient examinations and related documentation, ensures images are available for physician review, and follows radiation protection, infection control, safety, confidentiality, and organizational standards. The role also involves equipment and supply maintenance, patient and team communication, emergency response, education and quality activities, and related duties as assigned.

Employees must hold a regular position of at least 20 hours per week (.50 FTE or greater) to qualify for benefits.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent and two years of cardiovascular experience; or completion of a related allied health program and registration or certification with an accepted certifying board within six months of employment.
• Accepted credentials include ARRT in Radiography, CCI as a Certified Cardiographic Technician (CCT) or Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist (RCIS), or certification as a Surgical Technologist by NBSTSA.
• Basic Life Support (BCLS) certification within 180 days is required.
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification within 180 days is required.
• A comparable combination of education and experience may substitute for the stated requirements.
• Ability to work the defined schedule and overtime as required.

Nice To Haves

• Advanced registry is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform digital image management tasks, including exceptions and annotations.
• Maintain working knowledge of imaging equipment and supplies, including angiographic suites, C-arms, ultrasound, ablation equipment, catheters, guidewires, and equipment for device implants.
• Position patients for routine and procedural examinations and adjust immobilization devices with physician guidance as needed.
• Maintain high aseptic standards, including scrub procedures and sterile techniques.
• Prepare for diagnostic and interventional cardiology examinations, including appropriate setup and supplies.
• Assist interventional or diagnostic cardiologists in a scrub assistant role during catheter-based procedures.
• Label patient position to show correct image orientation and adjust technical factors for the patient and body part while minimizing radiation.
• Provide radiation protection to patients, families, staff, and self according to safety standards.
• Review examination requests and written orders for special instructions and consult physicians when needed.
• Greet patients, confirm identity using two identifiers, introduce oneself, and explain procedures to patients and families.
• Perform advanced modality examinations as assigned.
• Inspect equipment for safety, report problems to leadership, maintain and rotate supply inventory, and keep the department clean and orderly.
• Recognize emergency situations and initiate code procedures as needed.
• Complete examinations, ensure images are available for physician review on PACS, charge procedures and supplies, document contrast use, and record history or additional PACS notes.
• Maintain knowledge of CPT/HCPCS codes and coding for complex procedures.
• Follow infection control, safety, compliance, confidentiality, hospital, and departmental policies.
• Maintain professional and technical knowledge and complete mandatory education requirements.
• Cooperate with colleagues, communicate appropriately with patients and healthcare team members, and adhere to Standards of Performance.
• Use proper body mechanics when moving, positioning, or transferring patients and when moving equipment or supplies; seek assistance when needed for safety.
• Demonstrate CPR according to American Heart Association standards.
• Assist with training radiology students.
• Participate in committees, Performance Improvement, and Quality Control activities as assigned.
• Maintain regular and prompt attendance, work the defined schedule and overtime as required, and perform related duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED