Cath Lab Technologist

Cardiovascular Technician

Expected Work Week: 40 w/rotating on-call coverage Assist with procedures to analyze, diagnose and treat the cardiovascular system. Perform active physiological monitoring of heart rate rhythm, pressures, and saturations. Anticipate changes during cases that indicate necessary information, such as catheter position. Accurately identify and communicate patient condition changes to the physician and team. Routinely perform patient testing and/or monitoring to include oxygen saturation, cardiac output, shunting, hemodynamic calculations and other intra-procedure testing and resulting as applicable. Demonstrate knowledge and variation of procedures, including the equipment/supplies used for performance. Demonstrate proper handling, preparation, and maintain asepsis. Anticipate and adapt to physician and case needs. Assist with room setup, patient transport and post-procedure clean-up. Ensure infection control and sharp safety procedures are followed regarding waste and reusable products. Perform patient education regarding post-procedure monitoring and care of catheter insertion site. Provide instructions and information regarding activity including normal, variant and issues requiring intervention. Licensure Required: RT-R ARRT or RCIS Pediatric Cardiac Cath Lab performing, Heart, IR, and EP procedures.