Cath Lab Technologist I - Cardio Cath

Jobtome; Corpus Christi (TX); Presencial; USD 65.000 - 90.000; Tempo integral

Resumo da vaga

Jobtome is seeking a Cath Lab Technologist I to support cardiac catheterization procedures by preparing the lab, operating essential imaging equipment, and ensuring accurate patient documentation and safety. The role collaborates with the medical team to optimize patient care and departmental efficiency, serving as the radiation safety representative during X-ray usage.

The position emphasizes aseptic technique, equipment readiness, and ongoing proficiency in cath lab technologies while

Qualificações

• Graduate from an accredited school of Radiology Technology or an associate's degree in a healthcare-related field, or an equivalent.
• Experience 0-1 year in an acute care setting preferred.
• BLS, ACLS, PALS certifications required within 6 months of hire for independent work.

Responsabilidades

• Prepares the Cath Lab and ensures sterile technique.
• Operates imaging equipment and assists with hemodynamic measurements and documentation.
• Ensures proper patient information entry and quality control of procedure records.
• Acts as radiation safety representative during X-ray usage and maintains patient safety.
• Supports department with patient transport and equipment readiness.

Formação

Associate degree in healthcare-related field

Graduate from an accredited school of Radiology Technology

Descrição da vaga

Description The Cardiac Cath Lab consists of 6 angiographic suites, one of those being dedicated to Electrophysiology Procedures (EP), as well as a Hybrid OR suite. We do 4000 diagnostic and 900 interventional cardiology and peripheral procedures annually. Our procedures include Right/Left Heart Catheterizations, percutaneous coronary/peripheral interventions, AAA stent repairs, Transcutaneous Aortic Valve Repair (TAVR), EP Ablations, and pacemaker/ICD implants. We are a member of the Society of Cardiovascular Patient Care, with door-to-balloon times of 60 minutes. Our employees have a combined experience level of well over 200 years on the team.

Summary

The Catheterization Laboratory Technologist I has a critical role in supporting cardiac catheterization procedures by preparing the lab and operating essential equipment, including fluoro imaging and digital image acquisition. This role ensures the accurate documentation of patient information and hemodynamic measurements, while also maintaining stringent aseptic technique and patient safety standards. The Technologist I actively collaborates with the medical team to optimize patient care and departmental efficiency, serving as the radiation safety representative during X‑ray usage and continually developing proficiency in specialized cath lab technologies.

Responsibilities

• Meets expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders. Promotes Organizational Principles of Catholic Healthcare;
• Solidarity, Holistic Care, Respect for Human Life, Participatory Community of Work and Mutual Respect, Stewardship, Act in communion with the Church. Ensures major equipment is operational in assigned area(s) and documents as required for quality control;
• reports any issues through chain of command and per hospital process. Participates in daily room checks and stocking of supplies. Accesses daily patient schedule and appropriate patient information for assigned procedures. Ensures appropriate equipment, supplies, and room configuration for all procedures. Collaborates with procedure team and Cath Lab Lead/Coordinator to ensure appropriate patient care and departmental efficiency at all times. Ensures proper patient information is entered into cath lab computer and imaging systems. Ensures proper procedure documentation, hemodynamic measurements/recording, and ECG recognition during assigned procedures. Ensures patient position is appropriate and safely secured on procedure table per procedure type. Trains and completes competencies to set up and operate cath lab equipment including, but not limited to: Imaging (X-Ray, intravascular ultrasound-IVUS, intracardiac echo-ICE), contrast injector, hemodynamic system, intra-aortic balloon pump, rotational atherectomy, thrombectomy, left ventricular assist device, etc. Supports and anticipates the needs of the physician and ensures patient safety when scrubbing procedures;
• moves/pans table appropriately during fluoro and X‑Ray acquisition. Adheres to aseptic technique 100% of the time during procedures and stops the line if a break in sterile technique is identified. Adheres to organizational policies and processes related to patient safety, patient privacy, infection control (hand hygiene), and patient communication before, during, and after procedure. Collaborates with others on the team in sharing knowledge;
• to gain and provide appropriate knowledge as appropriate;
• to foster teamwork and team cohesion. Supports department and team by engaging in patient transport as appropriate. Obtains and maintains proficiency in access site management. Acts as radiation safety representative for patients and team while X‑Ray is used. Performs fluoro imaging and digital image acquisition as appropriate for procedure or as instructed by the physician. Supports department and organization's commitment to Zero Harm and Customer Service. Supports and promotes Unit based Councils, process improvement projects, and a nursing collaborative care model that meets requirements Demonstrates commitment to the organization’s mission, vision, and core values by promoting dignity, integrity, excellence, compassion, and stewardship in all aspects of patient care and teamwork.* Adheres to the attendance policy and departmental productivity standards. Adheres to departmental and organizational dress code.

Requirements

Education/Skills Graduate from an accredited school of Radiology Technology, an associate's degree in a healthcare‑related field, or an acceptable equivalent required Bachelor's degree preferred Experience 0-1 year of experience in an acute care setting preferred Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is required Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification is required within 6 months of hire to work/perform independently Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification is required within 6 months of hire to work/perform independently at Pediatric facilities One of the following certifications is preferred (individuals whose ARRT certification lapsed prior to June 1, 2023, may qualify under LSRTBE exemption criteria): Registered Cardiac Electrophysiology Specialist (RCES) by CCI Registered Cardiac Sonographer (RCS) by CCI Radiography (R) by ARRT Cardiac Interventional Radiography (CI) by ARRT Cardiovascular Interventional Radiography (CV) by ARRT Vascular Interventional Radiography (VI) by ARRT Abdomen (AB) RDMS by ARDMS Obstetrics & Gynecology (OB/GYN) RDMS by ARDMS Adult Echocardiography (AE) RDCS by ARDMS Registered Vascular Technologist (RVT) by ARDMS State Licensure required based on modality Texas: MRT or LMRT by TMB Louisiana: LRT (R) or (F) by LSRTBE New Mexico: RRT or FUS by MIRTP NMED Work Schedule: 4 Days - 10 Hours Work Type: Full Time