Cath Lab RT - PRN (Ambulatory Surgical Center)

NATURE OF DUTIES:

The nature of the duties are to perform diagnostic and interventional cardiovascular procedures on CIS ASC out-patients  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 CIS Ambulatory Surgery Center.          

SPECIFIC DUTIES:

1. Performs daily equipment checks for performance quality and maintains equipment used within the interventional cardiac cath lab.
2. Prepares for operation of equipment pertinent to case and completion of case.
3. Makes sure all data transfer to the recording system is transported and stored properly.
4. Enters patients on log for permanent records and billing purposes and assigns medical record numbers to all patient records.
5. 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.
6. Assist with patient positioning, proper equipment positioning, and selection of radiation exposure parameters and image the patient.
7. Circulates within the procedure room, remains in room, engaged with procedure, and assists with any requests.
8. Communicates effectively with all members of the health care team.
9. The CIS ASC Cath Lab Technologist must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care to the adult and geriatric patient.  Has ability to recognize waveforms and perform hemodynamic measurements on the hemodynamic system currently in use. Able to monitor patients’ blood pressure and heart rate/rhythm during procedure and notify physician if something appears abnormal.
10. Competent to perform 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.
11. 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 judgment and critical thinking when performing procedures.
12. Maintains a high degree of accuracy and an awareness of all radiation and patient safety issues involved with any invasive procedure. Reports fluoro times to physicians at standard intervals. Guides non-RT personnel in safe radiation practices.
13. Maintains expertise on assigned inventory and acts as a resource to the other staff and physicians. Becomes a “Train the Trainer” for assigned equipment.
14. Completes appropriate competency checklist for area of practice. Completes continuing education hours as directed and to maintain ARRT credentials and state licensing. Supervises or serves as a preceptor to orientees.
15. Demonstrates knowledge of charting system. When not in rad/scrub tech role participates in charting specifics of the procedure.
16. Demonstrates knowledge and ability to pull arterial/venous sheaths and holds manual pressure to obtain hemostasis with documented competencies.
17. Has technical knowledge and skill on any devices, machinery, and equipment specific to the Cath Lab, i.e. Laser, Orbital Atherectomy, Thrombectomy, FFR/IVUS, and etc.
18. Has knowledge and skill with documented competencies for deployment of vascular closure devices
19. Transports patients within department as needed. Follows infection control and safety guidelines.
20. 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 CIS ASC policies, procedures, practices, and Standards of Behavior.
21. Ability to assume additional responsibilities, late shifts, etc., at supervisor’s assignment and discretion.
22. Basic understanding of computer technology

QUALIFICATIONS FOR THE POSITION:

1. RCIS preferred
2. ARRT required
3. Licensed by the Louisiana State Board of Medical Examiners in Radiologic Technology
4. Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required
5. Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) required.
6. 2 years Cath lab experience required