Cath Lab Technologist

Saint Peter's Healthcare System; New Brunswick (NJ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) match

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Saint Peter's Healthcare System is seeking a Cath Lab Technologist to ensure safe operations in the cardiac lab and assist in patient procedures. Candidates must be graduates of an approved Radiology technology or Cardiovascular technology program. Key responsibilities include maintaining equipment, documenting procedures, and ensuring patient safety. A strong knowledge of cardiac procedures and teamwork skills are essential. Competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits packages, including health insurance and tuition assistance, are offered.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an approved ARRT Radiology technology program or equivalent.
• Registered Radiology Technologist, RT (R) or Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist, RCIS.
• Strong knowledge of cardiac diagnostic and interventional procedures.

Responsibilities

• Maintain safe operation of designated equipment and instruments.
• Assist in patient preparation for procedure.
• Maintain accurate documentation of procedures.

Skills

Knowledge of cardiac diagnostic and interventional procedures

Ability to assist in procedures

Teamwork skills

Radiation safety knowledge

Ability to think and move quickly

Education

Graduate of approved ARRT Radiology technology program

Registered Radiology Technologist RT (R) or Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist RCIS

Tools

Hemodynamic monitoring systems

X-ray equipment

Job description

Cath Lab Technologist

Cardiac Cath Lab

The Cath Lab Technologist will:

• Maintain safe operation of designated equipment and instruments.
• Set up equipment prior to procedure, as appropriate to the ages of the patient’s growth and development through the life cycle factors (Adults and Geriatrics).
• Assist in patient preparation for procedure as appropriate to the ages of the patient’s growth and development through the life cycle factors (Adults and Geriatrics).
• Maintain accurate and thorough documentation of procedure utilizing event log on hemodynamic monitoring system.
• Maintain the power injection during procedure.
• Maintain accurate monitoring of image acquisitions during procedure.
• Perform as an active member of cath lab team in assisting with other duties as appropriate to patient growth and development through the life cycle factors (Adults and Geriatrics).
• Maintain Supply and Inventory Management.
• Be responsible for Patient Safety.
• Report all necessary information and/or unusual occurrences in accordance with established hospital policies and procedures.
• Participate in staff development and educational activities.

Requirements:

• Graduate of an approved ARRT Radiology technology program or Graduate of an approved and accredited Cardiovascular Technology program or equivalent.
• Registered Radiology Technologist, RT (R) or Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist, RCIS.
• Requires a working knowledge of the x‑ray equipment with the ability to assist the physician.
• Requires a working knowledge of radiation safety and the hemodynamic monitoring systems. Able to correctly mark images ensuring accuracy of image identification.
• Possesses the strong knowledge of cardiac diagnostic and interventional procedures and the ability to recognize cardiac arrhythmias.
• Maintains and understanding working knowledge of monitoring equipment, information system, emergency equipment, and department’s specific equipment.
• Possesses the ability to think and move quickly in order to deliver quality and efficient patient care.
• Possesses the skills and sensitivity to work well as a team member with physicians, patients and co‑workers.
• BLS Certification required, as approved by the American Heart Association.
• ACLS certification required within 90 days of entry into role.

We offer competitive base rates that are determined by many factors, including job‑related work experience, internal equity, and industry‑specific market data. In addition to base salary, some positions may be eligible for clinical certification pay and shift differentials.

The salary range listed for exempt positions reflects full‑time compensation and will be prorated based on employment status.

Saint Peter’s offers a robust benefits program to eligible employees that will support you and your family in working toward achieving and maintaining secure, healthy lives now and into the future. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance; savings accounts, voluntary benefits, wellness programs and discounts, paid life insurance, generous 401(k) match, adoption assistance, back‑up daycare, free onsite parking, and recognition rewards.

You can take your career to the next level by participating in either a fully paid tuition program or our generous tuition assistance program. Learn more about our benefits by visiting our site at Saint Peter’s.