Cath Lab Tech- Traveler - Talencia LLC

Title: Cath Lab Tech
Shift: 7:30-1600 m-f with occasional call shifts. Weekends are only call as well. On average, 1 call day a week and one weekend a month.
Length of assignment: 13 weeks

Duties
Works under the supervision of the Assistant Director Cardiology. Performs a variety of technical procedures that will
require independent judgement, ingenuity and initiative to apply and prescribe ionizing radiation for radiological
procedures in the Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory. Should be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary
to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on his/her unit.

1. Assists in performing diagnostic
fluoroscopic angiographic procedures, coronary and peripheral interventions and Electrophysiology procedures in the
Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory.

2. Assists in caring for patients in preparation for cardiac procedures. Assists in
monitoring patient condition pre and post procedure. Reports changes in the patients condition to physician or R.N. for
follow-up.

3. Assists in preventative maintenance of Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory equipment. Reports all
equipment malfunctions to Assistant Director and calls for services if indicated.

4. Assists with supply management.

5.Works as an integral part of the Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory team, knowing the responsibilities of each team
member and being able to perform these responsibilities as needed.

6. Initiates effective CPR measures and is familiar
with the location and use of all emergency equipment.

7. Assists in implementing and maintaining the Q.I. program
related to radiological equipment and on-going department initiatives.

8. Adheres to established hospital safety standards
by following safety procedures/techniques in utilizing equipment and supplies and in performing procedures and body
mechanics as well as reporting any unsafe condition immediately to the patient care manager.

9. Operates equipment
according to the protocol of the procedure being performed. Assists physician with all Cath Lab procedures. Demonstrates
knowledge of sterile technique.

10. Pulls contrast media as appropriate for procedure.

11. Should be able to demonstrate
the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on his/her unit.

12.Performs other duties as assigned.

Special Notes: Manager is looking for techs with EP experience, structural heart experience, and Minimum of 1 year Cardiac Catheterization Lab experience.

BLS AHA And any one (1) of the following credentials required: ARRT registration with CI credentials; or RCIS, or RCES credentials from CCI; or CEPS certification from IBHRE. For CVT program graduates: Any one (1) of the following credentials required: RCIS, or RCES credentials from CCI; or CEPS certification from IBHRE
**Note- if traveler has a RCIS , they do not need the fluoro license**