Cath Lab Technician

Insight Hospital and Medical Center; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A progressive healthcare institution in Chicago is seeking a Cath lab tech to perform duties such as monitoring cardiac procedures and assisting patients. Candidates must have a high school diploma or equivalent and experience in a healthcare setting. Ideal applicants will possess a diploma from a cardiovascular technology school and have cath lab experience. This role emphasizes patient interaction and technical skills in a supportive healthcare environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma/GED with 2 years of experience, Associate's degree, or Technical degree required.
• Cath Lab experience required.
• RT with VI or CI credential preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform technical functions in the cardiac catheterization lab.
• Monitor, analyze, and document data obtained in procedures.
• Explain testing procedures to patients to reduce anxiety.

Skills

Knowledge of sterile technique

Interpersonal skills

Education

High school diploma/GED or Associate's degree

Diploma from a school of Cardiovascular Technology

Graduate of a licensed Radiologic Technology school

Tools

Electrocardiography (EKG) equipment

Job description

At INSIGHT, we believe there is a better way to provide quality healthcare. With a growing team that is dedicated to delivering world-class service to everyone we meet, it is our mission to be the most innovative, ethical, and insightful clinical biomedical technology institution in the world. As we continue to develop and grow in the fields of neuroscience, medicine, and ethics, our mission is guided by the highest levels of leadership development through (E6 I3):Energy, Energizing, Edge, Ethics, Expertise, Execution, Innovation, Insight, Incubation. Insight Hospital & Medical Center partners with the community to build a model healthcare organization providing patient care second to none. If you would like to be part of our future team, please apply now!

Job Summary

Job Summary: The Cath lab tech will assume duties such as using electrocardiography (EKG) equipment to help detect issues with the heart or blood vessels, taking patient medical histories, and assisting doctors with other tasks as needed during procedures.

Position Summary

• Performs technical functions, patient care, and other daily functions of the cardiac catheterization lab, the procedure room, and associated areas, as assigned, by the director or supervisor.
• Monitor, analyze, obtain, calculate and document data obtained in procedures. Alert physician to abnormalities or changes in patient responses.
• Assist in ordering supplies, maintaining inventory, cost efficiency, providing appropriate information towards future needs, and actively supports process improvement within the department.
• Explain testing procedures to patient in order to obtain cooperation and reduce anxiety.

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
• Minimum of two (2) years in a health care setting preferred
• Knowledge of sterile technique preferred
• RT with VIorCI credential preferred
• Demonstrates experience in establishing interpersonal relationships necessary to promote an effective working environment

License

• RCIS Registry OR ARRT Licensure
• BLS
• ACLS within 90 days of hire
• Basic Arrhythmia within 90 days of hire

Insight is an Equal Opportunity Employer & values workplace diversity!