Radiology - Cath Lab Tech

Cath Lab Technician

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

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.

We offer competitive benefits, including:

• Medical, dental & vision insurance
• Free and unlimited continuing education units (CEUs)
• 24/7 dedicated Care Line and clinical liaison support
• Personalized career consultant and "single point of contact" service
• Industry‑leading pay rates, loyalty rewards & referral bonuses
• Free tax return assistance for travelers
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Disability Insurance (Short-Term and Long-Term)
• Life and AD&D Insurance
• Paid Sick Leave (where required by applicable state or local law)
• Supplemental Insurance Plans
• Identity Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance
• Employee Wellness Programs
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Career Growth and Professional Development Opportunities

Disclaimer: Benefits eligibility, accrual rates, and usage limits may vary based on employment status, length of service, and work location. Paid Sick Leave is provided in strict accordance with applicable state and municipal mandates. Cynet Health reserves the right to modify, amend, or terminate any benefit plans at any time in accordance with applicable laws.

About Cynet Health: Cynet Health is a Joint Commission-accredited, Minority-Owned healthcare staffing agency headquartered in Sterling, Virginia, proudly serving healthcare facilities across the United States since its founding in 2010. As one of the nation's largest and fastest‑growing healthcare staffing firms in the nation, we staff thousands of nursing, allied health, locum tenens, pharmacy, therapy, direct‑hire, and non‑clinical professionals across hospitals, clinics, long‑term care facilities, labs and more. We're one of the most decorated staffing agencies in America-ranked a Top Travel Nursing Company by BluePipes, recognized among the fastest‑growing and most diverse staffing firms by Inc. 5000, Staffing Industry, WBJ and USPAACC-and remain deeply committed to excellence, inclusion, and community impact.

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