Cardiac Catheterization Technician

CHRISTUS Health; Alexandria (LA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

CHRISTUS Health in Louisiana is seeking a Cath Lab Technician I to support diagnostic, interventional cardiac catheterization and EP procedures. You will prepare the lab, equipment and supplies, assist during procedures, and ensure accurate patient documentation with strict sterile technique.

You will operate and troubleshoot specialized cath lab equipment, prioritize patient safety, and collaborate with the procedure team to maintain departmental efficiency and quality care.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in cardiovascular technology, radiologic technology, or a healthcare-related field preferred.
• 0-1 year of experience in an acute care setting preferred.
• BLS/ACLS/PALS certifications or ability to obtain per policy within specified timelines.

Responsibilities

• Prepare cath lab, equipment and supplies for diagnostic, interventional, and EP procedures.
• Assist the medical team during procedures while maintaining sterile technique.
• Document patient information and ensure accurate procedure records.
• Operate and troubleshoot cath lab equipment and ensure patient safety.
• Collaborate with the Cath Lab Lead/Coordinator to maintain efficiency.

Skills

Sterile technique

Patient safety

Lab equipment troubleshooting

Procedure support

Documentation

Education

Associate's degree in cardiovascular technology, radiologic technology, or a healthcare-related field

Tools

Imaging systems

Contrast injector

Hemodynamic system

IVUS

ICE

Job description

The Catheterization Laboratory Technician I supports diagnostic, interventional cardiac catheterization, and EP procedures by preparing the lab, equipment, and supplies. This role involves assisting the medical team during procedures, ensuring accurate patient documentation, and maintaining sterile technique. The technician operates and troubleshoots specialized cath lab equipment, prioritizing patient safety and efficient departmental operations. They also contribute to a collaborative environment by sharing knowledge and adhering to organizational principles and safety standards.

• Meets expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders
• .Promotes Organizational Principles of Catholic Healthcare; Solidarity, Holistic Care, Respect for Human Life, Participatory Community of Work and Mutual Respect, Stewardship, Act in communion with the Church
• .Ensures major equipment is operational in assigned area(s) and documents as required for quality control; reports any issues through chain of command and per hospital process
• .Participates in daily room checks and stocking of supplies
• .Accesses daily patient schedule and appropriate patient information for assigned procedures
• .Ensures appropriate equipment, supplies, and room configuration for all procedures
• .Collaborates with procedure team and Cath Lab Lead/Coordinator to ensure appropriate patient care and departmental efficiency at all times
• .Ensures proper patient information is entered into cath lab computer and imaging systems
• .Ensures proper procedure documentation, hemodynamic measurements/recording, and ECG recognition during assigned procedures
• .Ensures patient position is appropriate and safely secured on procedure table per procedure type
• .Trains and completes competencies to set up and operate cath lab equipment including, but not limited to: imaging (intravascular ultrasound-IVUS, intracardiac echo-ICE), contrast injector, hemodynamic system, intra-aortic balloon pump, rotational atherectomy, thrombectomy, left ventricular assist device, etc
• .Supports and anticipates the needs of the physician and ensures patient safety when scrubbing procedures; moves/pans table appropriately during fluoro and X-Ray acquisition
• .Adheres to aseptic technique 100% of the time during procedures and stops the line if a break in sterile technique is identified
• .Adheres to organizational policies and processes related to patient safety, patient privacy, infection control (hand hygiene), and patient communication before, during, and after procedure
• .Collaborates with others on the team in sharing knowledge; to gain and provide appropriate knowledge as appropriate; to foster teamwork and team cohesion
• .Supports department and team by engaging in patient transport as appropriate
• .Obtains and maintains proficiency in access site management
• .Acts as radiation safety representative for patients and team while X-Ray is used but is not licensed to administer fluoro imaging
• .Adheres to the attendance policy and departmental productivity standards
• .Supports department and organization’s commitment to Zero Harm and Customer Service
• .Adheres to departmental and organizational dress code
• .Understands and upholds the CHRISTUS mission, vision, and purpose
• .Supports and promotes Unit based Councils, process improvement projects, and a nursing collaborative care model that meets requirements for magnet status
• .Promotes and serves with respect to the CHRISTUS core values; Dignity, Integrity, Excellence, Compassion, Stewardship

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Job Requirement

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Education/Ski

• llsAssociate's degree in cardiovascular technology, radiologic technology, or a healthcare-related field prefer

redExperie

• nce0-1 year of experience in an acute care setting prefer

redLicenses, Registrations, or Certificati

• onsBasic Life Support (BLS) certification is requi
• redAdvanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification is required within 6 months of hire to work/perform independen
• tlyPediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification is required within 6 months of hire to work/perform independently at Pediatric facilit
• iesOne of the following certifications is preferr
• ed:Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist (RCIS) by
• CCIRegistered Cardiac Electrophysiology Specialist (RCES) by
• CCIRegistered Cardiac Sonographer (RCS) by
• CCIRadiography (R) by A
• RRTCardiac Interventional Radiography (CI) by A
• RRTCardiovascular Interventional Radiography (CV) by A
• RRTVascular Interventional Radiography (VI) by A
• RRTAbdomen (AB) RDMS by AR
• DMSObstetrics & Gynecology (OB/GYN) RDMS by AR
• DMSAdult Echocardiography (AE) RDCS by AR
• DMSRegistered Vascular Technologist (RVT) by AR