Cath Lab Tech - Minneaopolis

Five Star Nursing; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 81,000 - 109,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Orientations

Positive Work Environment

Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance

Paid Holidays / On-Call Rates

Job summary

Five Star Nursing is seeking a Cath Lab Technician to support cardiology procedures in a clinical setting. The role involves assisting during catheterizations, angioplasty, stent placements, and electrophysiology studies, with emphasis on sterile technique and patient safety.

The position offers an hourly pay rate of $69, with benefits including paid orientations, medical/dental/vision insurance, paid holidays and on-call rates, and a positive work environment. ACLS, ARRT R, and BLS are required.

Qualifications

• ACLS, ARRT R, and BLS certifications required.
• Pending state license accepted.
• 1.5 years of cath lab experience required.

Responsibilities

• Assist cardiologists and other physicians during cardiac catheterization, angioplasty, stent placement, electrophysiological studies, and other interventional procedures.
• Handle sterile instruments, such as catheters, balloons, and stents, during the procedure, ensuring correct placement and maintaining a sterile field.
• Operate X-ray fluoroscopy equipment and assist with imaging during diagnostic tests, such as angiograms, to visualize blood vessels and heart function.
• Monitor vital signs (e.g., heart rate, blood pressure, oxygen saturation) during procedures and report any abnormalities to the physician.
• Administer medications under physician direction, such as sedatives or contrast dyes, ensuring patient safety throughout the procedure.
• Help with patient recovery by monitoring cardiac rhythm, vital signs, and the insertion site for any signs of complications, particularly bleeding or hematoma formation.

Skills

ACLS

BLS Certification

ARRT R Certification

Education

ARRT R Certification

ACLS Certification

BLS Certification

Job description

Cath Lab Technician Needed!

Hourly Pay Rate: $69

Benefits:

Paid Orientations

Positive Work Environment

Medical, dental, vision insurances available

Paid Holidays / On-Call Rates

Responsibilities:

• Assist cardiologists and other physicians during cardiac catheterization, angioplasty, stent placement, electrophysiological studies, and other interventional procedures.
• Handle sterile instruments, such as catheters, balloons, and stents, during the procedure, ensuring correct placement and maintaining a sterile field.
• Operate X-ray fluoroscopy equipment and assist with imaging during diagnostic tests, such as angiograms, to visualize blood vessels and heart function.
• Monitor vital signs (e.g., heart rate, blood pressure, oxygen saturation) during procedures and report any abnormalities to the physician.
• Administer medications under physician direction, such as sedatives or contrast dyes, ensuring patient safety throughout the procedure.
• Help with patient recovery by monitoring cardiac rhythm, vital signs, and the insertion site for any signs of complications, particularly bleeding or hematoma formation.

Requirements:

• ACLS, ARRT R, & BLS Certification Required
• Pending State License accepted
• 1.5 years experience required