Technologist Catheterization Lab

Assists with procedures to analyze, diagnose and treat the cardiovascular system.

• Performs active physiological monitoring of heart rate, rhythm, pressures, and saturations. Anticipates changes during cases that indicate necessary information, such as catheter position. Accurately identifies and communicates patient condition changes to the physician and team.
• Routinely performs patient testing and/or monitoring to include oxygen saturation, cardiac output, shunting, hemodynamic calculations and other intra-procedure testing and resulting as applicable.
• Demonstrates knowledge and variation of procedures, including the equipment/supplies used for performance. Demonstrates proper handling, preparation, and maintains asepsis.
• Anticipates and adapts to physician and case needs.
• Assists with room setup, patient transport and post-procedure clean-up. Ensures infection control and sharp safety procedures are followed regarding waste and reusable products.
• Performs patient education regarding post-procedure monitoring and care of catheter insertion site. Provides instructions and information regarding activity including normal, variant and issues requiring intervention.

Licensure / Certification / Registration

• Required Credential(s):
  • BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
  • One or more of the following:
    • Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist credentialed from the Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.
    • Cardiographic Tech specializing in Electrophysiology credentialed from the Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.
    • Radiologic Technologist specializing in Radiography credentialed from the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.
• Preferred Credential(s):
  • Advanced Life Support. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
  • Pediatric Advanced Life Support. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.

Education

• High School diploma equivalency with 2 years of cumulative experience OR Associate's degree/Technical degree OR 4 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.