Cath Lab Tech: Cardiac Care & Procedures

Insight Health Systems; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Chicago is seeking a Cath Lab Technician responsible for performing technical functions and patient care in the cardiac catheterization lab. Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED with relevant experience and training in cardiovascular technology. Cath Lab experience is essential, along with skills in monitoring and analyzing patient data. This role offers the chance to be part of an innovative healthcare team committed to patient care excellence.

Qualifications

• High school diploma/GED with 2 years of experience, Associate's degree, or Technical degree required.
• Diploma from a school of Cardiovascular Technology or graduate of a licensed Radiologic Technology school.
• Cath Lab experience required.
• Knowledge of sterile technique preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform technical functions, patient care, and other daily functions in the cath lab.
• Monitor and document data obtained during procedures and alert physicians to abnormalities.
• Assist in ordering supplies and maintaining inventory.
• Explain testing procedures to patients to reduce anxiety.

Skills

Patient care

Technical functions in cath lab

Monitoring and analyzing data

Interpersonal skills

Education

High school diploma/GED

Associate's degree or Technical degree

Diploma from a school of Cardiovascular Technology

Tools

EKG equipment

Cardiovascular Technology tools

Job description

A healthcare organization in Chicago is seeking a Cath Lab Technician responsible for performing technical functions and patient care in the cardiac catheterization lab. Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED with relevant experience and training in cardiovascular technology. Cath Lab experience is essential, along with skills in monitoring and analyzing patient data. This role offers the chance to be part of an innovative healthcare team committed to patient care excellence.