Cardiac Catheterization Technician - FT

UMC Health System; Mission (KS); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Kansas is seeking a Cardiac Catheterization Technician. The role involves preparing patients for procedures, assisting physicians, and ensuring compliance with hospital standards. Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma and experience in cardiac procedures. Join a supportive team dedicated to patient care and professional growth.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of hemodynamic waveforms and pressures.
• Experience in cardiac catheterization or similar procedures preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients for catheterization procedures and assist physicians.
• Perform hemodynamic monitoring and maintain sterile environment.
• Assist in patient transportation and housekeeping duties.

Skills

Technical Competency

Effective Communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Cardiac Catheterization Technician - FT

Apply locations: UMC Main Campus | Time type: Full time | Posted on: Posted 2 Days Ago | Job requisition id: R16269

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Job Summary:

Primarily responsible for preparing patients for catheterization procedures and directly assisting the attending physicians during procedures. Will be responsible for patient hemodynamic monitoring, recording, and report generating when not scrubbed in to a procedure. Assists in the care and stocking of instruments, equipment, and supplies. Assists in the transportation of patients and with housekeeping duties to maintain cleanliness of the department. Must comply with hospital and department policies and procedures and work with supervisors to meet DNV, JCAHO, and hospital standards. This position may have scribing responsibilities.

Reports To:

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Job Specific Responsibilities:

1. Demonstrates knowledge of procedures, preparing for procedures, and identifying supplies and equipment needed for procedures.
2. Performs proper scrub and draping techniques.
3. Anticipates needs of the physician for instruments, catheters, wires, and other supplies according to technique, procedure, and special requirements.
4. Demonstrates knowledge of Infection Control and Universal Precautions for proper handling of blood and bodily fluids.
5. Performs proper instrument, sponge, and sharps counts, and reports discrepancies accordingly.
6. Maintains aseptic, sterile environment on procedure drape and back table.
7. Competent in clinical and technical skills specific to the Cardiac Cath Lab.
8. Observes assigned work hours, is readily available when “On-Call,” and respects hospital policies on attendance and tardiness.
9. Performs and maintains correct patient ECG lead placement during cases.
10. Properly performs hemodynamic pressure monitoring, recording, and data collection accurately and timely.
11. Assists in maintaining proper function of hemodynamic equipment and reports malfunctions.

Education and Experience:

High school diploma or GED. Competent in maintaining sterile technique. Knowledge of hemodynamic waveforms and pressures; experience in cardiac catheterization or similar procedures preferred.

Required Licenses, Certifications, and Registrations:

CPR certification required upon employment. RCIS preferred.

Skills and Abilities:

Ability to work under stress, demonstrate technical competency, comply with policies, and maintain professional relationships. Effective communication with hospital and medical team members.

Interactions with Other Departments and Relationships:

Works closely with Central Supply, Sterile Processing, and Cath Lab Materials Management. Interacts with OPS, ICU, Pediatrics, Physicians, Nursing, Transportation, Housekeeping, Chemistry, Patient Services, and Volunteers. Must communicate effectively and respectfully with all.

Physical Capabilities:

Moderate physical demand. Standing, sitting, wearing protective aprons, lifting instruments and patients with assistance, visual acuity, hand/eye coordination, hearing, and verbal communication required.

Environmental/Working Conditions:

Indoor, high-stress, fast-paced environment. Exposure to blood-borne pathogens. Long and irregular hours, including on-call duties.

Direct Reports:

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UMC Health System provides equal employment opportunities and prohibits discrimination and harassment based on protected characteristics. Request for accommodations should be directed to UMC Human Resources.