Cath Lab Technologist I: Cardiac Procedures & Patient Care

ChristianaCare; Town of Newark (WI); On-site; USD 54,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

ChristianaCare is seeking a Cardiac Cath Lab Technician to prepare patients for invasive procedures and assist physicians during catheterizations, PTCA, or EP studies. The role rotates through all aspects of the lab and requires maintaining sterile technique and patient safety.

Responsibilities include scrubbing during procedures, monitoring patients, processing films, and ensuring efficient workflow with healthcare teams.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of the anatomy and physiology of the heart.
• Knowledge of rhythms, disrhythms, and pressures in the heart chambers.
• Knowledge of radiation safety for patients and staff.
• Experience as a darkroom technician and related workflow.
• Ability to maintain sterile technique during procedures.
• Strong communication with medical staff and patients.
• Ability to perform CPR if needed.

Responsibilities

• Prepares a patient for cardiac catheterization, PTCA, or EP study and maintains sterile techniques.
• Assists the physician as a scrub person during a cardiac catheterization or PTCA.
• Monitors the patient during the cardiac catheterization.
• Develops the film after each procedure and maintains quality in the darkroom.
• Keeps the schedule flowing and coordinates with lab staff.
• Reviews pre-cath labs and reports to RN or physician as needed.
• Performs duties safely and adheres to safety rules.
• Demonstrates care appropriate to pediatric to geriatric patients.
• Performs other duties as required.

Skills

Anatomy & physiology of the heart

Rhythms & pressures knowledge

Radiation safety

Darkroom technician

Manual dexterity

Professional communication

CPR capability

Education

Registered X-Ray Technologist or Cardiovascular Technologist program

Accredited Licensed Practical Nurse program

Cardiac Catheterization experience preferred

Job description

ChristianaCare is seeking a Cardiac Cath Lab Technician to prepare patients for invasive procedures and assist physicians during catheterizations, PTCA, or EP studies. The role rotates through all aspects of the lab and requires maintaining sterile technique and patient safety.

Responsibilities include scrubbing during procedures, monitoring patients, processing films, and ensuring efficient workflow with healthcare teams.