Cath Lab Technologist

Details

Client Name
Ascension Seton - Austin

Job Type
Travel

Offering
Allied

Profession
Radiology

Specialty
Cath Lab Tech

Job ID
35521010

Job Title
Cath Lab Technologist

Weekly Pay
$2891.0


Shift Details

Shift
Day - 8x5 - 09AM

Scheduled Hours
40


Job Order Details

Start Date
08/31/2026

End Date
11/29/2026

Duration
13 Week(s)


Job Description
Job Title: Cath Lab Technician
Profession: Cath Lab Technician
Specialty: Cath Lab Technician
Duration: 13 weeks
Shift: Day
Hours per Shift: 8
Experience: Minimum 1 year
License: Valid state license required
Certifications: BLS


Must-Have:
- Experience in diagnostic and invasive cardiovascular procedures
- Knowledge of radiation safety procedures
- Strong patient assessment and monitoring skills


Description:
Prepares and positions patients and selects anatomic and technical parameters accurately.


Prepares and administers contrast media and/or medications within the accepted scope of practice and applicable state and federal regulations.


Observes patients during procedures and reports abnormal activity.


Monitors protocols and recommends updates or refinements as warranted.


Follows radiation safety procedures and guidelines.


Performs diagnostic, specialized radiographic, and cardiovascular invasive procedures using ionizing radiation.


Determines appropriate documentation methods via filmed medium, performing complex image manipulation, data interpretation, and analysis.


Produces quality radiographic images for physician interpretation.


Performs specialized imaging training and mentoring for medical imaging staff.


Acquires quantitative and qualitative data to aid physicians in making diagnoses or performing treatments.


Performs data analysis, assesses techniques, methodology, equipment operation, and quality control to ensure accurate information is obtained and presented.


Arranges preventative maintenance checks and service on radiographic and ancillary procedure equipment at appropriate intervals as necessary.


Performs complex patient assessments, monitoring, and care, including preparation, vital signs, pulse oximetry, blood pressure, and heart rhythm.


Manages venous and arterial access in the presence of a physician, urinary catheterization, suturing, compression, bandaging, and distal pulses.


Performs wire and catheter manipulation and placements as permitted by license, observing departmental standards for competency and proficiency.


Documents patient medical charts in accordance with stated procedures.


Establishes and maintains sterile equipment and procedure environments while complying with infection control standards.


Performs sterile field and infection control mentoring and competency documentation for medical imaging staff.


Manages active inventory, maintains adequate supply, rotates stock, communicates stock information, orders supplies, and performs case-specific charging to maximize reimbursement potential.


Obtains procedure and supply coding information.


Communicates with vendors for specialty stock items.


Schedules procedures, obtains authorizations, and confirms physician privileges as necessary.


Arranges patient reservations and referrals.


Obtains patient history and physicals, pertinent lab results, and prior films for physician review.


Interviews patients and performs preliminary communication and education regarding procedures for patients and families.


Provides post-procedure and discharge education, ensuring patient and family understanding of instructions.


Documents procedure records as necessary.


Uses specialized knowledge of radiation procedures and protocols to ensure that all individuals in the procedure room conduct duties in a manner consistent with maximizing radiation safety for self and others.


Documents patient radiation exposure.


Assists medical radiation physicists as needed.


Responds to emergency situations and call-backs as required.


Rotates room, case, and call-back assignments with other qualified staff.


Performs additional duties as assigned.


May be required to be on-call.


Client Details

Address
1345 Philomena St

City
Austin

State
TX

Zip Code
78723


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