Cardiovascular Cath Lab Technician

Brown-University-Health-1; Providence (RI); On-site; USD 47,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Brown University Health seeks a skilled professional to support the cardiac cath lab, assisting physicians during catheterizations and related procedures. You will handle arterial/venous line management, prepare sterile fields, and monitor patients through post-procedure care, including catheter sheath removal and vital signs assessment.

The role requires knowledge of hemodynamics, operating imaging and digital systems, and maintaining equipment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree or radiologic technology training required.
• RCIS preferred.
• BLS and ACLS certification required within 3 months of hire.
• Ability to recognize common cardiac arrhythmias within six months of employment.

Responsibilities

• Assist cardiologists during cardiac catheterizations and related procedures.
• Flushing and removing arterial/venous lines; drawing arterial/venous blood samples.
• Assist with passing guide wires and injecting contrast as needed.
• Operate and maintain non-radiographic equipment and image archival systems.
• Provide post-procedure care and monitor vital signs and peripheral circulation.
• Ensure procedure rooms are prepared with sterile equipment and supplies.

Skills

Cardiac cath lab knowledge

Team collaboration

ACLS within 3 months

Education

Bachelor's degree in Exercise Physiology or Radiologic Technology

Tools

Medical imaging equipment

Job description

Brown University Health seeks a skilled professional to support the cardiac cath lab, assisting physicians during catheterizations and related procedures. You will handle arterial/venous line management, prepare sterile fields, and monitor patients through post-procedure care, including catheter sheath removal and vital signs assessment.

The role requires knowledge of hemodynamics, operating imaging and digital systems, and maintaining equipment.