Cath Lab Technologist

LCMC Health • Metairie, LA

22h

About The Position

Your job is more than a job. Cath Lab Technologist performs those duties directly involved with a variety of technical procedures. This includes applying ionizing radiation or other forms of energy, following sterile technique to scrub into procedures, and the ability to document relevant case information in the case log. This position requires advanced certification consistent with independent judgment and use of critical thinking skills, and with ingenuity and initiative essential to successful completion of the procedure and satisfaction of the physician. The technologist recognizes and respects the uniqueness of each patient and co-worker and functions as a caring, contributing and considerate member of the health care team. GENERAL DUTIES Produces Images of Desired Quality: Accomplishes all positions that are related to each procedure without error and applies immobilization devices for patient comfort. Selects proper technique factor and produces images of desired quality. Responsible for processing film, producing no artifacts that will cause deficiencies in the results. Produces subtraction print and/or film duplication upon request, without error in a timely manner. Ensures that all film and records pertaining to the procedure are transferred to the archival system within (1) hour upon completion of exam. Performs calibration test to satisfy density factors and to meet correct specifications prior to utilization that guarantees no discrepancies in the results. Performs proper warming up procedures in a manner that will not result in damage to equipment. Understands and applies Radiation Protection procedures daily to eliminate excessive radiation to the patient and other individuals in the room. Responsible for individual radiation exposure not exceeding standards set by the National Committee on Radiation. Demonstrates borders on all images and uses collimation devices to eliminate excessive radiation. Assists in delivery of care and accepts responsibility of authority: Arms the syringe and assists the physician in the delivery of contrast media without error. Arms the injector for delivery of contrast media, has a general knowledge of the injector, and is able to identify malfunctions and corrective action. Recognizes life threatening situations and acts accordingly to assist members of the health care team. Questions all female patients of child-bearing years for possibility of pregnancy. Transports patients as necessary and transfers patients to the table without patient complaint. Assists in the use of a variety of equipment or procedures not routinely taught. Accepts Lead Tech responsibility in their absence and performs in a manner that will not produce any complaints. Assists and evaluates students and support personnel in their activities to ensure proper care is provided without deficiencies in the film quality and/or complaints. Attends in-service lectures and reads routine or professional literature such as bulletin boards daily, journals periodically and seeks resources as necessary; and request and attends appropriate out-of-house educational offerings as they pertain to the position. Seeks additional information as needed and makes suggestions to improve the established manual. Seeks assistance for complex or non-routine learning needs from the Lead Tech or appropriate authority. Participates in sterile technique presentations and applies daily. Proper documentation of records and charges: Appropriately documents the procedure in the case event log ensuring appropriate chronology of events and a complete record of all supplies utilized. Ensures all films are properly identified in accordance with the department policy without error producing no complaints. Status as "IN PROCESS" exams performed prior to or within (5) minutes of ordering exam. Provides adequate information on the exam request without error. Documents in a timely fashion all pertinent information relative to the patient's care and charges accordingly. Maintains all Hospital Equipment utilized: Inspects, maintains, and cleans all equipment on a daily basis in a manner that will not cause damage or excessive wear; and removes damaged equipment and reports same to appropriate personnel for corrective action. Ensures that all equipment is properly secured which will not produce loss or damage while not in use. Accepts special projects and accomplishes each assignment without error within the specified time as directed. Ensures that the Director is informed of any situation that may produce staff, patient, or physician complaint prior to the complaint being received, and ensures that the Director has all the facts and circumstances on any issue that may result in a complaint. Notifies Lead Tech of his/her presence within (7) minutes upon arriving in the department.

Requirements

• One year of experience X-ray, Cath Lab, or radiology special procedures training
• Radiologic Technologist license by the Louisiana State Radiologic Technology Board of Examiners. (LSRT)
• Vascular Interventional Radiology Certification by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (ARRT) (VI) (CV)
• American Heart Association, BLS.

Responsibilities

• Produces Images of Desired Quality
• Assists in delivery of care and accepts responsibility of authority
• Proper documentation of records and charges
• Maintains all Hospital Equipment utilized
• Accepts special projects and accomplishes each assignment without error within the specified time as directed.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees