Travel Cath Lab Tech - $2,316 to $3,116 per week in Sioux City, IA at AlliedTravelCareers
Sioux City, IA 51101
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$2,316 to $3,116 per week
About The Position
Cardiac Catheterization Technologist (Traveler) Job Description Overview: We are seeking a skilled and adaptable Cardiac Catheterization Technologist (Cath Lab Tech) to join our team as a traveler and assist in the diagnosis and treatment of cardiac conditions across various healthcare facilities. In this role, you’ll work alongside physicians and other healthcare professionals to provide high-quality care for patients undergoing cardiac catheterization and related procedures. This role requires flexibility, technical expertise, and a commitment to patient safety and comfort. Key Responsibilities: Patient Preparation: Gather patient medical histories, answer patient questions, assess vital signs, and prepare patients for procedures. Equipment Operation: Set up, calibrate, and maintain specialized equipment, including x-ray machines, EKG monitors, hemodynamic monitoring systems, and ultrasound devices. Procedure Assistance: Support physicians during procedures by passing instruments, manipulating catheters and guidewires, and operating angiographic equipment. Patient Monitoring: Continuously monitor vital signs, comfort levels, and cardiac rhythms during procedures, promptly recognizing and addressing cardiac arrhythmias. Patient Care & Emergency Response: Assist during adverse reactions or emergencies, participate in life-saving measures such as defibrillation and CPR, and provide post-procedure care before patient transfer. Documentation: Maintain accurate and detailed records for each procedure, ensuring compliance with healthcare regulations and standards. Skills & Qualifications: Strong technical skills in operating and troubleshooting complex equipment. Ability to respond calmly and efficiently in high-stress situations, using critical thinking to address challenges. Strong communication and interpersonal skills for collaborative teamwork and compassionate patient interaction. Proficiency with electronic health records (EHR) systems for documentation and record-keeping. Flexibility to work in different facilities and adapt to various work environments as a traveler. Education & Experience: Associate degree in Cardiovascular Technology or a related field; certification as a Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist (RCIS) or similar is preferred. Minimum of 1-2 years of experience in a cath lab or cardiac care setting. Willingness to travel and adjust to varying shift schedules and facility protocols.
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Job Requirements
Required for Onboarding
- BLS
- Core Mandatory Part I
- Core Mandatory Part II (Allied)
- Core Mandatory Part III
- Managing Agressive Behaviors
About TLC Nursing Associates Inc
We would like to welcome you to the TLC Nursing Team!
You're stepping into a role within a community of esteemed healthcare staffing professionals. Welcome to an exciting era at TLC Nursing. As we grow and evolve, our focus remains steadfast: to be adaptable, motivated, and responsive to both our new team members and our diverse clients. Our foundation as a nurse-owned and operated healthcare staffing organization allows us to serve a wide array of healthcare facilities with top-tier staffing solutions.
In the face of numerous changes and amidst a nationwide shortage of healthcare professionals, TLC Nursing is proactively responding to these challenges. We're at the forefront of a rapidly aging population, ensuring that our staffing services cater to the dynamic needs of the healthcare industry. Our commitment is to keep TLC Nursing on the cutting edge, providing innovative solutions that meet the evolving demands of healthcare providers and facilities alike.
Our essence revolves around people. Within our organization, we have individuals who develop strategies and those who implement them. However, our ultimate focus is on those we serve through our staffing solutions. The cornerstone of TLC Nursing is you, the healthcare professional. Our achievements and daily operations depend heavily on our dedicated employees. Your professionalism, adherence to our standards, courteous interactions, and respectful demeanor are crucial in maintaining the positive reputation of TLC Nursing among our clients and within the community at large.
As we expand our services to encompass a broader spectrum of healthcare staffing needs, your contribution becomes even more significant. You are the key to delivering the high-quality care and professionalism that TLC Nursing stands for, making a meaningful impact on the healthcare landscape.
Our growth and reputation depend on you and the care you provide.
We strive to assure that you, our health care provider, have the ability, knowledge, and skills to give our clients the best care possible. We are also able to provide our staff with any facility trainings or certification prior to onboarding them to your facility. We can provide Pro-ACT (Professional Assault Crisis Training), MOAB (Management of Aggressive Behavior), PAC-training (Positive Approach To Care), and any other facility-required training for TLC Nursing staff prior to their onboarding for their assignment.
As a mission-driven organization, we thrive on bringing great people together by providing qualified healthcare professionals to support your unique organizational staffing needs. TLC Nursing's team is dedicated to providing our clients with the right people through our extensive screening process to meet your unique staffing needs. We provide passionate and committed staff while creating a culture of caring and professional development.