Cath Lab Technician

The Radiology / Cardiology Cath Lab Technician is responsible for performing diagnostic and interventional procedures related to coronary artery disease, peripheral vascular disease, and cardiac arrhythmias. This role involves working in an acute care hospital setting, supporting coronary and peripheral diagnostics and interventions, as well as permanent pacemaker procedures. The technician collaborates with the healthcare team to ensure patient safety and procedural success, requiring strong technical skills and appropriate certifications. A minimum of 2 years of experience is required, with first-time candidates considered under certain conditions. Responsibilities:

• Perform coronary diagnostic and interventional procedures.
• Conduct peripheral diagnostic and interventional procedures.
• Assist with cardiac arrhythmia treatments and permanent pacemaker insertions.
• Maintain and prepare the cath lab environment for daily caseload of 8-12 procedures.
• Collaborate with nursing and medical staff to ensure patient safety and procedure efficiency.
• Adhere to all safety protocols and radiation guidelines during procedures.
• Document procedures accurately according to hospital standards.
• Participate in orientation and ongoing training as required.

• Minimum 2 years of relevant Cath Lab technician experience.
• ARRT certification.
• Fluoroscopy Permit (pending applications considered if already applied).
• BLS (Basic Life Support) certification.
• ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support) certification.
• Ability to work effectively within an acute care hospital environment.

• Experience with coronary artery disease, peripheral vascular disease, and cardiac arrhythmias procedures.
• Familiarity with Epic charting system.
• Local candidates preferred but not required.

• Call requirement is mandatory.
• No weekend shifts required.
• No floating assignments required.
• RTO (Return to Office) must be approved at time of submission.
• Facility may call off one shift per two weeks.
• Orientation consists of 30 hours.
• Scrub colors provided for OR/Cath Lab staff.
• Free parking on first day; assignment parking provided during orientation.

• Block scheduling may be accommodated.
• Typical daily caseload ranges from 8 to 12 procedures.
• Shift times and patterns determined by department needs and call schedule.