Cath Lab Tech

Trinity Health; Waterloo (AL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Trinity Health in Alabama seeks a Cath Lab Imaging Technologist to assist physicians with imaging during diagnosis and treatment of cardiac cath lab patients. Must live within 30 minutes of the facility; day shift with on-call requirements.

Responsibilities include ensuring quality imaging, aseptic technique, patient transport, and documentation of physiologic data. ARRT registry or equivalent is required; BLS within 3 months, ACLS preferred within 6 months; RCIS certification pursued within 1.5

Qualifications

• Completion of a two-year training program in radiologic technology and ARRT registry, with a valid permit to practice.
• Two years of related experience preferred.
• Basic Life Support within 3 months of hire; ACLS preferred within 6 months; mandatory reporter within 3 months.

Responsibilities

• Assists the physician with imaging during diagnosis and treatment of cardiac cath lab patients.
• Proficient with aseptic technique and assists with scrubbing during procedures; transports patients to/from cath lab; may apply hemostasis.
• Assists with physiologic monitoring/data devices; calibrates devices; documents procedural data.

Skills

Patient care

Radiology safety

Aseptic technique

Cath lab support

Education

Two-year radiologic tech program

ARRT registry

RCIS certification planned

Tools

Physiologic monitors

Imaging devices

Job description

Employment Type:

Full time

Shift:

Day Shift

Description:

Hours:

Day w/ call - must live within 30 minutes of medical facility

What you will do:

• Assists the physician with imaging during diagnosis and treatment of cardiac cath lab patients of diverse ages. Ensures quality of imaging and image acquisition, DSA, and hemodynamic monitoring. Ensures radiation safety practices are used for patients and personnel.
• Proficient with aseptic technique and assists physician with scrubbing during procedure. Transport patients to and from the cath lab. May apply manual pressure to puncture site to obtain hemostasis following procedures.
• Assists with technical utilization of physiologic monitoring/data devices in the cath lab. Calibrates physiologic and monitoring devices. Prepares appropriate forms to document procedural data. Prepares and maintains physiological data after completion of each procedure.
• Completes annual competencies and educational requirements.
• Sets up trays for procedures using sterile technique.
• Assists physician with scrubbing during and after procedure.

Qualifications:

• Completion of a two-year training program in radiologic technology and ARRT registry, with a valid Iowa Radiology technologist permit to practice, OR a graduate of Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist certification program OR an Advanced medical training degree (Associate of Science degree or Associate’s degree in paramedic, or Allied Health Profession)
• Two years of related experience preferred.
• Basic Life Support required within 3 months of hire. Acceptable credentialing bodies and certifications include American Heart Association Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers.
• Basic EKG monitoring class preferred.
• ACLS preferred required within 6 months of hire.
• Mandatory Reporter required within 3 months of hire

will have to obtain his RCIS certification. This will entail him performing 600 procedures and then taking a test.

This all needs to be done by 1.5 years of the hire date.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.