Cath Lab Lead Tech – Cardiac Imaging & Leadership

UAB Medicine; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus up to $25,000 for experienced/Ct

Paid time off

Tuition Reimbursement Program

Parental leave

Job summary

UAB Medicine in Birmingham, AL, seeks a dedicated Cath Lab Tech to assist physicians in diagnosing and treating cardiac and peripheral vascular disease, and to operate cath lab equipment.

The role functions as scrub, monitor, and circulator; maintains sterile fields, supports labeling and documentation, and ensures patient safety throughout procedures.

Candidates must hold current CPR and ACLS certifications, RCIS or ARRRT registration, and a high school diploma with Cath Lab experience.

Qualifications

• Current CPR certification required or must be obtained within thirty (30) days of hire.
• ACLS certification from the American Heart Association (AHA) required within six (6) months from date of hire into classification.
• Currently registered as a Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist (RCIS) through Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI) and/or American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT).

Responsibilities

• Serves as a technical resource to other technicians; provides leadership and guidance in performance of daily tasks.
• Prepares staff work schedule and coordinates employee time off. Plans and coordinates orientation and completes appropriate documentation of the orientation process.
• Admits and orients patient to cardiac cath lab according to pre-procedural checklist. Accurately enters patient information to database, hemodynamic and x-ray systems. Explains testing procedure to patient and/or significant others including exam to be performed, type of contrast media used, length of exam and equipment necessary to perform exam.
• Functions as a scrub assistant; establishes and maintains sterile field according to department/institution policy. Follows all guidelines regarding infection control.
• Functions in the role of monitor; operates EKG, x-ray and hemodynamic equipment to monitor changes in patient's blood pressure, heart rate, EKG and pulse oximetry during diagnostic or therapeutic procedures. Intervenes appropriately to changes in patient's physiological status.
• Interacting with patient as to his/her comfort and safety, monitors patient vital signs and procedural documentation, sets up and maintains equipment and treatment room during diagnostic or therapeutic procedure, runs blood oximetry for cardiac output and assists physician with various diagnostic and mapping systems.
• Operates various equipment used in diagnostic and therapeutic procedures, including but not limited to, Hemodynamic monitoring, defibrillator, intra-aortic balloon pump (IABP), posit injector, stents, rotoblator, temporary pacemakers, TEC device, angiojet and x-ray in a safe and effective manner.
• Observes all occupational and radiation safety regulations. Wears appropriate protective aprons, goggles and gloves.
• Demonstrates a responsible attitude toward continued professional growth. Maintains all required certifications/licensures; completes all mandatory education requirements. Stays abreast of changes in technology.
• Performs other duties as assigned

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Two years Cath Lab Technologist experience

Job description

UAB Medicine in Birmingham, AL, seeks a dedicated Cath Lab Tech to assist physicians in diagnosing and treating cardiac and peripheral vascular disease, and to operate cath lab equipment.

The role functions as scrub, monitor, and circulator; maintains sterile fields, supports labeling and documentation, and ensures patient safety throughout procedures.

Candidates must hold current CPR and ACLS certifications, RCIS or ARRRT registration, and a high school diploma with Cath Lab experience.