CT Technologist - Cardiac Cath Lab

GTS Scientific; York (York County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a dedicated CT Technologist for the Cardiac Cath Lab. This role involves providing critical technical support during invasive cardiology procedures, ensuring patient safety, and maintaining high standards of care. You'll work closely with a team to assist in diagnostic procedures, manage hemodynamic monitoring, and operate essential equipment. If you are passionate about cardiology and thrive in a fast-paced environment, this is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact on patient care.

Qualifications

• Graduate of a health science program required; Associate's preferred.
• 1 year of Cath Lab or interventional radiology experience required.

Responsibilities

• Assists Cardiologist during invasive procedures and maintains equipment.
• Monitors patients' hemodynamic status and responds to emergencies.

Skills

Cardiac knowledge

Interpersonal skills

Radiographic equipment handling

Surgical asepsis principles

EKG reading

Identifying arrhythmias

Education

Certificate in Health Science

Associate's Degree in Cardiovascular Technology

Tools

PACS imaging

Cardiac monitoring equipment

Job description

Position: CT Technologist - Cardiac Cath Lab (Contract)

Location: York, PA

Hours: Full Time (80 hours/pay period)

Days (6:00am - 2:00pm - 5 days OR 6:00am - 4:00pm 4 days)

General Summary

Provides technical support and assistance to the physician during invasive cardiology procedures. Performs scrub and hemodynamic monitoring duties with cardiac catheterizations using clinical knowledge, technical skills, and professional judgment in accordance with professional and departmental standards and protocols. Provides care, assessment prior, during and post-procedural instruction to patients. Prepares and maintains all pertinent information related to procedures.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Assists Cardiologist in performance of diagnostic invasive procedures. Maintains operational knowledge of Cath Lab equipment according to manufacture's specifications.
• Assists and performs diagnostic invasive procedures in the Cardiac Cath Lab. Provides care for patients prior, during and after procedures. Scrubs and assists Cardiologist as requested. Responds to patient distress situations and assists with equipment quality control and inventory management. Prepares sterile trays, instruments, supplies and equipment necessary for procedures, and maintains sterile field. Provides all appropriate services to safely and efficiently complete patient's procedures. Maintains knowledge of cardiac concepts and clinical practices.
• Possesses the knowledge & skills level of basic and complex invasive procedures which may include: Percutaneous Coronary Intervention (PCI), stents, IABP placement and operation and peripheral interventions. Responsible for patient safety in the CCL and must be able to recognize cardiac arrhythmias and respond according to emergency protocols, operate external cardiac pacemaker and defibrillator. Intervenes with appropriate therapy in the event of cardiac emergencies.
• Monitors and records patients' hemodynamic status during procedures.
• Properly handles and processes PACS images to include storage and transfer. Follows radiation safety policies as outlined by the NRC and York Hospital's Radiation Safety Committee.
• Immobilizes patients as necessary and practices radiation safety procedures.
• Assumes "off premise" call responsibilities as required to assure complete call coverage.

Qualifications

• Certificate Program Graduate of a certificate or degree granting program or post-secondary educational program in a health science (includes, but not limited to, cardiovascular technology, radiologic technology, Licensed Practical Nurse, Paramedic, Biomedical Engineering). Required
• Associates Degree Degree from an accredited school of Cardiovascular Technology. Preferred

Work Experience:

• 1 year Cath Lab and/or interventional radiology experience. Required
• Experience in electric countershock techniques. Required

Licenses:

• Registered Cardiac Invasive Specialist within 2 years Required
• Registered Technologist-Radiography - ARRT within 2 years Required
• Basic Life Support Upon Hire Required
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support Upon Hire Required

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of cardiology, electrophysiology, pacemakers and related equipment.
• Fluent in medical terminology.
• Ability to use radiographic equipment and handle patients who present in a variety of conditions.
• Ability to wear lead protective gear for long periods.
• Ability to function as a team member.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Ability to demonstrate the principles of surgical asepsis.
• Ability to read a 12 lead EKG.
• Ability to identify lethal arrhythmias 100% of the time.
• Ability to identify normal versus abnormal intra cardiac and peripheral pressure waveforms.

Seniority level: Not Applicable

Employment type: Contract

Job function: Other

Industries: Hospitals and Health Care