Cardio Catheterization Technician - Cath Lab - Per Diem

Cardio Catheterization Technician

The Cardio Catheterization Technician performs a variety of technical and supportive patient care tasks to assist physicians in performing complex invasive cardiac catheterization procedures and surgeries.

• Uses imaging equipment to help doctors detect and treat any heart and blood vessel issues.

• Takes patients' medical history and answers patients' questions before any procedure is done.

• Ensures that the equipment is in good working order and ready for use.

• Executes any noninvasive course of action, such as ultrasound images.

• Evaluates images to ensure good quality and makes sure that area in question is included.

• Keeps abreast of the differences between a normal image and an abnormal image.

• Communicates with the physician regarding the results of the image.

• Assists the physician with inserting catheters and other invasive procedures.

• Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets.

This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities as necessary.

Minimum Qualifications

• Education: Associate degree or equivalent

• Experience: Minimum 1 year of relevant experience

Knowledge, Skills and Attitudes:

• Skill in completing assignments accurately and with attention to detail.

• Ability to analyze, organize and prioritize work under pressure while meeting deadlines.

• Ability to process and handle confidential information with discretion.

• Ability to work evenings, nights, and weekends as necessary.

• Commitment to the University's core values.

• Ability to work independently and/or in a collaborative environment.

The University of Miami offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, tuition remission and more.