University Hospitals·Elyria, Ohio
The Cath Lab Tech assists the cardiologist and electrophysiologist in cardiac catheterization and electrophysiology procedures, ensuring the quality of radiological work in the lab. Responsibilities include patient assessment, setup, assisting the physician during sterile procedures, and maintaining radiation safety protocols.
A Brief Overview The Cath Lab Tech is responsible to the Department Assistant Nurse Manager/Director and its clients for performing a variety of duties in cardiac catheterization and electrophysiology to assist the cardiologist and electrophysiologist and the quality of radiological work in the EP or cardiac catheterization laboratory. $10,000.00 Sign-On bonus for eligible external hires Free Parking What You Will Do Demonstrate the ability to assess patients' status and identify each patient’s requirements relative to their age specific needs.
Assists in the acquisition of patient history and entering into Hemodynamic system and/or EMR.
Prepping patient and attaching leads, Defibrillator Pads, BP cuff and setting up the sterile field.
Assisting the Physician at the table maintaining sterile procedure.
Responsible for availability of supplies and equipment keeping in mind fiscal responsibility.
Responsible for all duties related to Radiation Safety and Protection.
Additional Responsibilities Performs other duties as assigned.
Complies with all policies and standards.
For specific duties and responsibilities, refer to documentation provided by the department during orientation.
Must abide by all requirements to safely and securely maintain Protected Health Information (PHI) for our patients.
Annual training, the UH Code of Conduct and UH policies and procedures are in place to address appropriate use of PHI in the workplace.
Radiologic Technology Program or Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist Program. (Required) Work Experience Experience with pacemaker insertions (Preferred) and Scrubbing in may be required for the Adult setting, but preferred for the Pediatric setting (Preferred) and Special Procedures experience (Preferred) and Interventional Radiology or Cardiac Catheterization Lab or Electrophysiology Lab experience (Preferred) and Advance EKG recognition course experience within 1st year of hire. (Required) Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities Demonstrating proficiency in arrhythmia recognition (Preferred proficiency) Strong communication, problem-solving and interpersonal skills. (Required proficiency) Team player (Required proficiency) Basic computer skills and experience with Hemodynamic Monitoring. (Required proficiency) Use of a variety of equipment, including power injectors and various computers. (Required proficiency) Knowledge of all radiation safety QA. (Required proficiency) Knowledge of proper sterile procedure technique and infection control. (Required proficiency) Licenses and Certifications Registered Technologist Radiation Therapy (ARRT-T) (Required) or Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) (Required) and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) (Required within 1 Year) CCI equivalent (Required) and Licensed in the State of Ohio (Required) and Certification of completion in a cardiovascular review course (Preferred) Physical Demands Standing Frequently Walking Frequently Sitting Rarely Lifting Frequently 50 lbs Carrying Frequently 50 lbs Pushing Frequently 50 lbs Pulling Frequently 50 lbs Climbing Occasionally 50 lbs Balancing Occasionally Stooping Frequently Kneeling Frequently Crouching Frequently Crawling Occasionally Reaching Frequently Handling Frequently Grasping Frequently Feeling Constantly Talking Constantly Hearing Constantly Repetitive Motions Constantly Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination Constantly Travel Requirements 10%25
Candidates must have graduated from an accredited Radiologic Technology or Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist Program and possess required certifications like ARRT-T, BCLS, and CCI equivalent, along with Ohio licensure. Preferred experience includes pacemaker insertions, scrubbing, and work in Interventional Radiology or Cardiac Catheterization Labs.
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