Cath Lab Tech

Trinity Health; Waterloo (IA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Trinity Health in Waterloo, IA seeks a Radiology Technologist specialized in cath lab imaging. You will assist physicians with imaging during diagnosis and treatment of cardiac cath lab patients, ensure quality of imaging and radiation safety, and prepare data documentation.

Requires ARRT registry, 2-year radiologic tech program, BLS within 3 months, ACLS within 6 months, and RCIS certification within 1.5 years. Full-time day shift with on-call; Trinity Health is an equal opportunity employer.

Qualifications

• Completion of a two-year training program in radiologic technology and ARRT registry, with a valid Iowa Radiology technologist permit to practice.
• Two years of related experience preferred.
• Basic Life Support required within 3 months of hire.
• ACLS preferred required within 6 months of hire.
• Mandatory Reporter required within 3 months of hire.
• Will have to obtain RCIS certification; 600 procedures and test within 1.5 years of hire date.

Responsibilities

• Assists physician with imaging during diagnosis and treatment of cardiac cath lab patients; ensures quality of imaging, DSA, and hemodynamic monitoring; ensures radiation safety.
• Proficient with aseptic technique and assists physician with scrubbing during procedure; transports patients to and from cath lab; applies manual pressure to puncture site if needed.
• Assists with physiologic monitoring/data devices; calibrates devices; documents procedural data; maintains physiological data after each procedure.
• Completes annual competencies and educational requirements.
• Sets up trays for procedures using sterile technique.
• Assists physician with scrubbing during and after procedure.

Skills

Radiology imaging

Aseptic technique

Radiation safety

Education

Associate degree in radiologic technology

ARRT registry

BLS within 3 months

ACLS within 6 months

Tools

Cath lab equipment handling

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.