Cath Lab Technologist I

Baptist; Jackson (MS); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional health care provider in Jackson, Mississippi, is seeking experienced candidates to assist in cardiovascular procedures within the Cardiac Cath Lab. The role involves scrubbing, circulating, and providing technical support under the supervision of cardiologists or electrophysiologists. Applicants must have at least 1 year of experience in a cardiac cath or EP lab, along with relevant education. Certifications in BLS and ACLS are required, ensuring high standards of patient care and safety.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year cardiac cath or EP lab experience.
• Graduate from accredited Cardiovascular Associate's degree or other relevant programs.
• BLS certification within 14 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Assist in cardiovascular procedures by scrubbing, circulating, and monitoring.
• Develop and implement procedure/treatment plans.
• Maintain equipment and work areas to ensure safety.

Skills

Cardiac Cath Lab principles

Patient safety

Technical support

Education

Accredited Cardiovascular Associate's degree

Accredited Surgical Technology program

Accredited Radiology program

Job description

Overview

Assists in cardiovascular procedures in the Cardiac Cath and EP Lab by scrubbing, circulating, and monitoring under the supervision of the performing interventional cardiologist or electrophysiologist. Provides technical support in the diagnosis and treatment of heart and vascular disease.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates a thorough understanding of Cardiac Cath Lab principals/theory and utilizes the most appropriate technique and positioning for optimal procedures/treatments, as demonstrated by procedure/treatment results.
• Develops appropriate procedure/treatment plan.
• Implements procedure/treatment plan utilizing established hospital protocols/guidelines and according to current competencies and scope of practice.
• Completes documentation as required to comply with hospital policies and procedures.
• Maintains equipment, procedure/treatment rooms, and work areas in a neat and safe condition to ensure the safety of patients and staff.
• Participates in hospital and departmental Performance Improvement activities to ensure that patient care is consistent with established standards.
• Completes assigned goals.

Specifications

Experience

Minimum Preferred

• Minimum of 1 year cardiac cath or EP lab experience

Education

Minimum Required

• Graduate of an accredited Cardiovascular Associate's degree or accredited Surgical Technology program or accredited Radiology program

Licensure

Minimum Required

• BLS certification within 14 days of hire; ACLS certification or within 6 months of hire; RCIS/RCES certification or CST certification or ARRT(R)