Cath Lab Tech

Cath Lab Rad Tech

Performs all aspects of physiological monitoring, recording and calculations for diagnostic and therapeutic procedures done in the Cardiac Catheterization Lab. Responsible for all radiographic procedures and their quality control in the lab. Assists physicians as a scrub technician during cardiac catheterization procedures.

-Assists with equipment and room setup for appropriate patient age and size.

-Assists with preparation of patients for cardiac and non-cardiac procedures.

-Appropriately preps and drapes patients and sets up procedure tables.

-Acquires and maintains technical skills required to function completely and assist in a variety of cardiac procedures.

-Assists with staff education by presenting scrubbing techniques and annual procedure/device competencies.

-Demonstrates knowledge and skills necessary to provide age specific to patient's needs.

-Selects radiographic factors to ensure the least amount of patient radiation exposure while maintaining established department standards of performance.

-Responsible for radiation protection of self, patients, and other patients care team members.

-Direct qualified physicians and support personnel in use of radiologic equipment

-Assists in inventory management by maintaining accurate records of supplies used in each procedure.

-Performs daily and weekly quality control checks of radiologic equipment and other quality control activities as requested.

-Maintains clinical competencies according to department.

-Contributes to the efficient operation of the department.

-Basic knowledge of cardiac anatomy, cardiac pressures, and EKG interpretation.

School Education:

• Associate's Degree (Preferred)

• H.S. Diploma, GED, or Equivalent (Minimum)

Area of Study: Area of Study in a Field Related to the Position

Experience:

• 2 Years of Experience (Preferred)

Licenses and Certifications:

• ARRT (Minimum)

• BLS for Health Providers (AHA) (Minimum)

• Cert Radiologic Technologist (Minimum)

• Fluoroscopy License (Minimum)

Quality:

• Quality 1: Accurately produces quality diagnostic radiographs by following departmental standards, procedures, policies & protocols.

• Quality 2: Follows established digital image processing techniques & procedures as defined in the department protocols, standards, policies & procedures.

• Quality 3: Assists physicians with fluoroscopic examinations & other procedures with 100% accuracy demonstrated by following department competencies & standards.

• Quality 4: Takes initiative to help maintain commonly used equipment areas; monitors equipment in the radiographic area; & maintains supplies by following department standards & protocols.

• Quality 5: Performs general office duties in an accurate manner, including entering information into system per departmental guidelines, & follows all department standards & expectations.

• Quality 6: Accurately & timely follows policies & procedures to contribute to the efficiency of the Cardiac Cath Lab

People:

COMMUNICATION: Delivers and receives information effectively.

CONFIDENTIALITY: Keeps private discussions confidential.

DIGNITY & RESPECT: Treats everyone with dignity and respect.

SOLUTIONS FOCUS: Analyzes and solves problems by working toward solutions.

TEAM PLAYER: Develops and maintains positive work relationships. Supports team member contributions.

Service:

AIDET CUSTOMER SERVICE MODEL: Uses the AIDET customer service model to decrease customer anxiety, increase customer compliance, improve outcomes and increase customer satisfaction.

ANTICIPATING CUSTOMER NEEDS: Anticipates customer needs, proactively offers assistance and responds to requests in a timely manner.

CUSTOMER SERVICE: Holds self and others accountable for providing high quality service to internal and external customers.

PROBLEM RESOLUTION: When customer dissatisfaction occurs, provides excellent service recovery by resolving problems to mutual satisfaction.

WORK AVAILABILITY: Is available for work on a consistent and timely basis

Finance:

PRIORITIZATION: Prioritizes time and resources on activities that will yield the greatest organizational benefit.

RESOURCES & SUPPLIES: Uses supplies and resources responsibly.

RISK MANAGEMENT: Recognizes and effectively minimizes risk within scope of role. Works to control the probability and/or impact of negative or adverse events.

TIME MANAGEMENT: Uses own and other's time effectively.

TIME TRACKING: Accurately tracks time worked as appropriate in the applicable system(s).

Community:

MISSION DRIVEN: Demonstrates support of the Organization's mission.

NETWORKING: Builds effective networks and alliances outside the department/organization which benefit the department/organization.

PROFESSIONAL IMAGE: Presents a positive and professional image to departmental, organizational, local, regional and/or national community.

DEMONSTRATES RESPECT FOR OTHERS AND FOSTERS A CULTURE OF BELONGING: Demonstrates a commitment to fostering a respectful and collaborative environment by modeling inclusive behaviors, participating in development opportunities, and actively promoting fairness and understanding. Contributes to an environment where differences are valued and encouraged by establishing and maintaining effective relationships with patients and families from different backgrounds.

WORK PRIORITIZATION: Appropriately prioritizes work issues and problems keeping in mind the organization's longterm goal of being a world-class organization through excellence in care, education, research and advocacy.

Compliance:

• Policies & Procedures: Consistently complies with Policies, Procedures and Safety Standards

Physical Requirements:

• Bio-Hazards: Working with bio-hazards (blood, sewage, hospital waste, etc.)

• Chemical Exposure: Exposure to dust, gas, fumes, or chemicals

• Competing Priorities: Ability to balance competing priorities and manage multiple projects simultaneously. Ability to work under pressure and within tight timelines.

• Foot Controls: Operation of foot controls or repetitive foot movement

• Machinery: Working around machinery or equipment