Cath Lab Technologist II
About The Position
As our Cath Lab Tech, you will help deliver excellent patient care by performing diagnostic and therapeutic procedures to assist physicians in diagnosing and treating patients with cardiovascular disease in the cath lab setting. Every day you’ll independently operate all ancillary equipment in the lab including but not limited to: IVUS, pressure wire, rotablator, IMPELLA, atherectomy devices, laser and angiojet. You will demonstrate competencies in scrubbing techniques of all diagnostic and interventional procedures, utilize good radiation safety practices and you will make a positive impact on internal and external customers. To be successful in this role, you'll need to fully understand the importance of diagnostic imaging. This includes knowledge of the general imaging workflow, various patient positioning techniques, and capturing clear results for timely and accurate diagnosis.
Requirements
- Associates Of Science, upon hire
- Minimum three (3) years clinical experience in a hospital setting, upon hire
- Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist, upon hire or Registered Technologist Radiography ARRT, upon hire
- Basic Life Support - CPR, within 14 days
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support, within 6 months
Responsibilities
- Operates the radiographic equipment utilizing radiation safety procedures
- Operates physiologic recorder/database system with expertise recognizing arrhythmias and normal/abnormal waveforms
- Operates manifold, power injector, and other support equipment (VCR, ACT machines, oximeters, and transport monitors)
- Develops cines when necessary according to policy
- Able to recognize basic equipment malfunctions and troubleshoot equipment in room. Report malfunctions to Biomed promptly if unable to resolve
- Exhibits a strong knowledge base of cardiovascular diseases and is able to interpret date gathered during procedures and recognize potential implications in patient care or complications
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
