Cath Lab Tech

Summary

• JOB SUMMARY/PURPOSE

  • Provides care for the patient undergoing cardiac and radiologic procedures and is responsible for data entry for billing purposes and logging of case data into the digital archive of the department.

• DEPARTMENT DESCRIPTION

  • The Diagnostic Imaging teams at Samaritan Health Services use state-of-the-art imaging technology while providing health care teams with the information needed for a fast, accurate diagnosis. Imaging services include: X-Ray, Fluoroscopy, Bone Density, CT Scan, Digital Mammography, MRI, Nuclear Medicine, PET-CT, Ultrasound services, Cardiac Cath and Interventional Radiology.

• EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION/QUALIFICATIONS

  • Graduate of College/Technical/Accredited CVT or RCIS program required.

  • Current unencumbered CVT/RCIS registration required. CCI credential required (or must be obtained within six (6) months of hire).

  • One (1) year experience or training in a Cath Lab/Angio hospital setting preferred.

  • Healthcare Provider BLS required.

  • ACLS required within six (6) months of hire.

  • GSR Cardiac Cath Lab :

    • Verification of high school diploma or equivalent required due to the College of American Pathologists (CAP) requirements for moderate complexity testing.

• KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES

  • Adaptability/Flexibility/Social Perceptiveness: Basic understanding of age-related differences in caring for and communicating with patients and caregivers. Ability to respond quickly and appropriately to urgent situations that may arise with diverse patient populations, as well as adjust actions in relation to others and adapt to offer best possible care to patients. Possess sensitivity to the needs and experiences of others and a non-judgmental attitude towards persons of differing standards, values, lifestyles, and ages.

  • Communication/Medical Terminology: Effective written and oral communication skills to explain complex issues, exchange information between team members, and tactfully discuss issues. Knowledge of medical records, procedures, and terminology.

  • Confidentiality/Health Information Technology: Knowledge of and ability to comply with State and Federal (HIPAA) laws pertaining to confidentiality of protected health information and how it applies to health information technology.

  • Customer Service: Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer service. This includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services and evaluation of customer satisfaction.

  • Safety/Mechanical: Knowledge of safety practices and procedures, as well as knowledge of equipment and systems and the ability to promote safe and secure operations.

  • Stress Management/Problem Solving/Time Management: Ability to maintain patience and composure in high stress/difficult situations. Ability to organize, plan and prioritize work to be completed within required time frames and to follow-up on pending issues. Ability to perform multiple tasks simultaneously and thrive in dynamic fast-paced environments.

• PHYSICAL DEMANDS

  • Rarely (1 - 10% of the time)	Occasionally (11 - 33% of the time)	Frequently (34 - 66% of the time)	Continually (67 – 100% of the time)
    CLIMB - STAIRS KNEEL (on knees) CRAWL (hands & knees) REACH - Upward PINCH Fingers	SIT LIFT (Knee to chest: 24"-54") 0 - 20 Lbs LIFT (Waist to Eye: up to 54") 0 - 20 lbs LIFT (Floor to Waist: 0"-36") 0 - 20 lbs LIFT (Overhead: 54" and above) 0 - 20 lbs CARRY 2-handed, 0 - 20 pounds CARRY 1-handed, 0 - 20 pounds SQUAT Static (hold >30 sec) SQUAT Repetitive WALK - INCLINE ROTATE TRUNK Sitting ROTATE TRUNK Standing ENTER & EXIT VEHICLE/MACHINERY PULL (20-40 pounds force) BEND FORWARD at waist REACH - Forward FINGER DEXTERITY MANUAL DEXTERITY Hands/wrists GRASP Hand/Fist PUSH (20-40 pounds force)	WALK - LEVEL SURFACE STAND	None specified