What are the responsibilities and job description for the Peripheral Cardiac Cath Lab Technician/Interventional Radiology Tech - PRN position at Outpatient Cath Lab?
Peripheral Cath Lab Technologist- PRN
Peripheral diagnostic and interventional cath lab looking to hire a tech to assist with procedures, pre-procedure and post-procedure care including sheath removal. Duties include managing all administrative aspects of the lab. All cases are scheduled and there are no emergency or weekend cases.
The position's tasks and responsibilities include:
- Competently operates C-arm and related equipment including electronic backup of images.
- Operates hemodynamic monitoring computer during procedures
- Assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating the care of the Cath Lab patient.
- Check-in and sterile prepping of patient for procedure
- Coordinates and organizes supplies, equipment and instruments needed for Cath Lab procedures. Responsible for tracking and maintaining adequate stock of all supplies and equipment. Operates all equipment safely and correctly. Assesses procedure room for equipment functioning and readiness. Obtains supplies for individual cases.
- Provides assistance to physician performing Cath Lab procedures.
- Loads pressure injector with contrast media as directed. Sets controls for appropriate volume and pressure and triggers injection upon physician order.
- Performs moderate point of care testing per CLIA guidelines (ACT machine)
- Administers prescribed medications under guidance of the physician and RN. Observes and reports patient reaction.
- Responds appropriately in an emergency situation and has a good working knowledge of emergency medications, CPR and defibrillation. Maintains ACLS certification.
- Monitors, records and maintains accurate case and recovery log
- Monitors patient during recovery and perform patient care duties up to and including sheath removal and discharge
This position is in an outpatient setting.
Demonstrate ownership, teamwork, communication, troubleshooting and compassion that support patient satisfaction and principles of service excellence.
Job Type: Part-time
Medical Specialty:
- Cath Lab
Schedule:
- Day shift
Work Location: In person