Cath Lab Tech / Cath Lab Technologist

Responsibilities

Scrub, circulate, and monitor patients during cardiac catheterization and interventional procedures. Perform comprehensive patient assessments and prepare patients for diagnostic and therapeutic procedures. Administer contrast media and monitor patient response under physician supervision in accordance with established protocols. Maintain strict adherence to sterile technique and infection control standards to ensure a safe procedural environment. Assist physicians and clinical staff during cardiac catheterization laboratory procedures. Support and participate in coronary angiography, balloon angioplasty, and stenting procedures. Assist with pacemaker and implantable cardioverter-defibrillator (ICD) implantation procedures. Assist with electrophysiology studies, cardiac mapping, and ablation procedures. Provide clinical support for vascular and interventional radiology procedures as needed. Operate and monitor hemodynamic monitoring equipment to assess patient status throughout procedures. Accurately document procedural activities, patient responses, and clinical observations in accordance with facility policies. Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to ensure high-quality patient care and procedural efficiency. Operation of fluoroscopy systems and C-arms. Experience with PACS, DICOM, CPRS, VistA, and cardiovascular imaging systems. Ability to perform equipment quality control, calibration, and troubleshooting

Qualifications

ARRT certification in Radiologic Technology. Minimum one year of direct patient care experience within the last 3 years. Active AHA BLS certification All candidates must be able to: Sit, stand, walk, lift, squat, bend, twist, and reach above shoulders during the work shift Lift up to 50 lbs from floor to waist Lift up to 20 lbs Carry up to 40 lbs a reasonable distance Push/pull with 30 lbs of force All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.