Cath Lab Tech

Cath Lab Tech

Job Info:

• Request #:/ Cath Lab Tech
• Shift: 7:301600 mf with occasional call shifts. Weekends are only call as well. On average 1 call day a week and one weekend a month.
• Length of assignment: 13 weeks
• Certification: BLS AHA And any one (1) of the following credentials required: ARRT registration with CI credentials; or RCIS or RCES credentials from CCI; or CEPS certification from IBHRE.
• For CVT program graduates: Any one (1) of the following credentials required: RCIS or RCES credentials from CCI; or CEPS certification from IBHRE

**Note if traveler has a RCIS they do not need the fluoro license**

• Education: Graduate of CAHEP accredited CVT program or Completion of 2 (two) years Radiologic Technology training program approved by AMA
• Special Notes: Manager is looking for techs with EP experience structural heart experience and Minimum of 1 year Cardiac Catheterization Lab experience.

Duties

Works under the supervision of the Assistant Director Cardiology. Performs a variety of technical procedures that will require independent judgement ingenuity and initiative to apply and prescribe ionizing radiation for radiological procedures in the Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory. Should be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on his/her unit.

1. Assists in performing diagnostic fluoroscopic angiographic procedures coronary and peripheral interventions and Electrophysiology procedures in the Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory.

2. Assists in caring for patients in preparation for cardiac procedures. Assists in monitoring patient condition pre and post procedure. Reports changes in the patients condition to physician or R.N. for followup.

3. Assists in preventative maintenance of Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory equipment. Reports all equipment malfunctions to Assistant Director and calls for services if indicated.

4. Assists with supply management.

5. Works as an integral part of the Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory team knowing the responsibilities of each team member and being able to perform these responsibilities as needed.

6. Initiates effective CPR measures and is familiar with the location and use of all emergency equipment.

7. Assists in implementing and maintaining the Q.I. program related to radiological equipment and ongoing department initiatives.

8. Adheres to established hospital safety standards by following safety procedures/techniques in utilizing equipment and supplies and in performing procedures and body mechanics as well as reporting any unsafe condition immediately to the patient care manager.

9. Operates equipment according to the protocol of the procedure being performed. Assists physician with all Cath Lab procedures. Demonstrates knowledge of sterile technique.

10. Pulls contrast media as appropriate for procedure.

11. Should be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on his/her unit.

12. Performs other duties as assigned. Experience: Minimum of 1 year Cardiac Catheterization Lab experience.

Skills

• For Radiologic Technology program graduates: CRT and Fluoroscopy required.

And any one (1) of the following credentials required:

• ARRT registration with CI credentials; or RCIS or RCES credentials from CCI; or CEPS certification from IBHRE.

For CVT program graduates:

• Any one (1) of the following credentials required: RCIS or RCES credentials from CCI; or CEPS certification from IBHRE.
• BLS Required

Education

• Graduate of CAHEP accredited CVT program or Completion of 2 (two) years Radiologic Technology training program approved by AMA