Heart Cath Lab Technologist - PRN

Opelousas General Health System; Opelousas (LA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional healthcare provider in Opelousas is seeking a skilled technologist to perform diagnostic and interventional cardiovascular procedures in the Cardiac Cath Lab. The ideal candidate will have an Associate's degree in Radiology, required certifications, and minimum two years of Cath Lab experience. Responsibilities include routine equipment checks, patient monitoring, and maintaining sterility during procedures. Strong communication skills and an ability to work under pressure are essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• Associates degree in Radiology required.
• Certification/License: LSRT, ARRT, CPR required; ACLS preferred.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in Cath Lab required.

Responsibilities

• Perform diagnostic and interventional cardiovascular procedures.
• Assist in the operation and maintenance of Cath Lab equipment.
• Monitor patients’ vital signs during procedures.
• Ensure proper documentation for procedures and billing.
• Maintain sterility and assist in interventions.
• Work collaboratively within the healthcare team.

Skills

Knowledge of cardiovascular procedures

Technical proficiency in Cath Lab equipment

Effective communication skills

Ability to work under pressure

Patient monitoring

Teamwork

Education

Associates degree in Radiology

Tools

Cath Lab equipment

Lasers and Thrombectomy devices

Job description

The nature of the duties are to perform diagnostic and interventional cardiovascular procedures on OGH out-patient and inpatients, consistent with the objectives of the treatment plan designed for the patient and as directed by the attending physician. Under direct supervision of the physicians, the technologist will assist in performing diagnostic treatment and interventional procedures on patients according to the department protocol to achieve optimum diagnosis. The technologist will also be responsible for performing routine to complex diagnostic and therapeutic technical procedures in the OGH Cardiac Cath Lab.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Performs daily equipment checks for performance quality and maintains equipment used within the Cardiac Cath Lab.
• Prepares for operation of equipment pertinent to case and completion of case.
• Ensures all data transfer to the recording system is transported and stored properly.
• Enters patients on log for permanent records and billing purposes.
• Prepares procedure room with appropriate tray, supplies and support equipment. Supplies are provided or retrieved expediently with accuracy and reasonably anticipated prior to start of procedure.
• Assists with patient positioning, proper equipment positioning, and selection of radiation exposure parameters and image of the patient.
• Circulates within the procedure room, remains in room, engaged with procedure, and assists with any requests.
• Communicates effectively with all members of the health care team.
• Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide case to the adult and geriatric patient. Has ability to recognize waveforms, monitor patients' blood pressure and heart rate / rhythm during procedure and notify physician if something appears abnormal.
• Performs in scrub tech role, setting up and maintaining sterility throughout the entire procedure, assist the physicians in the diagnosis and treatment of peripheral vascular, interventional treatments, assisting in angioplasties and other such treatments deemed necessary by the physician.
• Demonstrates a thorough understanding and working knowledge of normal and abnormal anatomy and physiology of the peripheral vascular system, radiation safety, interventional supplies and equipment operation. Uses professional judgement and critical thinking when performing procedures.
• Maintains a high degree of accuracy and an awareness of all radiation and patient safety issues.
• Maintains expertise on assigned inventory and acts as a resource to the other staff and physicians. Becomes a "Train the trainer" for assigned equipment.
• Completes appropriate competency checklist for area of practice.
• Completes continuing education hours as directed and to maintain.
• Demonstrates knowledge of charting system.
• Demonstrates knowledge and ability to pull arterial / Venous sheaths and hold manual pressure to obtain hemostasis with documented competencies.
• Has technical knowledge and skill on any devices, machinery, and equipment specific to the Cath Lab, i.e. Laser, Orbital Artherectomy, Thrombectomy, FFR / IVUS and ETC.
• Has Knowledge and skill with documented competencies for deployment of vascular closure devices.
• Transports patients within the Hospital as needed. Follows infection control and safety guidelines.
• Ability to work as a team member in a stressful environment, to follow directions / instructions of his/her supervisor. Consistent attendance is required. Complies with all OGH policies, procedures, practices and standards of behavior.
• Ability to assume additional responsibilities, late shifts, etc.. at supervisors assignment and discretion.
• Basic understanding of computer technology.

Education: Associates degree in Radiology required.

Certification/License: LSRT, ARRT, CPR required. ACLS preferred.

Experience: 2 years in Cath Lab required.