Cardiac Cath Lab Tech, Days

Piedmont; Macon (GA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Piedmont Macon Medical in Macon, GA is seeking an experienced Cath Lab Technologist to support interventional cardiac procedures under the Director of Cardiac Services. The role involves direct patient care and operation of advanced radiographic and computer equipment in the interventional suite.

The candidate must have RCIS or relevant RN/paramedic/imaging background, and hold current lifesaving certifications (BCLS, ACLS). Teamwork and infection control knowledge are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Infection control knowledge and sterile procedures
• Universal precautions and patient safety awareness
• Ability to work cohesively with a clinical team

Responsibilities

• Assist physicians during invasive cardiac procedures in the Cath Lab
• Operate and maintain Cath Lab equipment and ensure patient care
• Provide direct/indirect cardiovascular clinical care during procedures

Education

RCIS program graduate

RN/Respiratory/Paramedic/Imaging/Exercise physiology graduate

Job description

Overview

Under the supervision of the Director of Cardiac Services, the incumbent performs duties involving direct patient care and operation of highly sophisticated radiographic and computer equipment in the interventional cardiac catheterization laboratory. The Technologist will assist the Cardiologist and/or Interventional Cardiologist during diagnostic and interventional cardiac procedures. The Technologist must possess a general knowledge of infection control guidelines, universal precautions, sterile procedures, and must work cohesively with a team.

Overview

Under the supervision of the Director of Cardiac Services, the incumbent performs duties involving direct patient care and operation of highly sophisticated radiographic and computer equipment in the interventional cardiac catheterization laboratory. The Technologist will assist the Cardiologist and/or Interventional Cardiologist during diagnostic and interventional cardiac procedures. The Technologist must possess a general knowledge of infection control guidelines, universal precautions, sterile procedures, and must work cohesively with a team.

Responsibilities

Assists the physician in the performance of invasive cardiac procedures. Has thorough knowledge of all Cath Lab Equipment and maintenance of it and administers direct/indirect care to patients undergoing invasive cardiac procedures. Able to provide direct and indirect cardiovascular clinical care during established procedures.

Qualifications

Education

• Graduate of an accredited a RCIS program Required or
• Graduate of an accredited program in nursing, respiratory, paramedic, imaging, or exercise physiology. Required
  
  

Work Experience

• 1 year Healthcare Imaging, Exercise Physiology, Paramedic, Respiratory, or RN experience Required or
• No experience required if a graduate of an RCIS program Required
  
  

Licenses and Certifications

• Based on healthcare experience (see above), applicable license. Upon Hire Required and
• RCIS - Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist If a graduate of RCIS program RCIS within 2 Years Required or
• RN - Registered Nurse - Georgia State Licensure and/or NLC/eNCL Multistate Licensure Upon Hire Required or
• RCES - Registered Cardiac Electrophysiology Specialist Upon Hire Required
• BCLS - Basic Life Support Upon Hire Required and
• ACLS Upon Hire Required
  
  

Business Unit : Company Name:

Piedmont Macon Medical