The Cath Lab Technologist provides patient care in x-ray diagnostic and therapeutic angiography procedures, operating support equipment and x-ray emitting devices to ensure technical success of the procedures. Works closely with medical doctors, nurses, and O.R. technologists.
Requirements
- Demonstrates proficiency and quality in procedures according to departmental policy and procedure
- Selects appropriate techniques, labels and marks digital films correctly
- Applies knowledge of the principle of scrubbing circulating, X-ray and hemodynamic monitoring techniques
- Demonstrates a thorough knowledge of all Cath lab / specials equipment
- Operates the Medrad injector and Radiology equipment
- Ensures X-ray badges are maintained according to policy and employees are aware of results badges
- Maintains good radiation safety and in services are provided by Cardiovascular/X-ray Tech as needed
- Is accurate with x-ray dosage and time of exposure
- Ensures that radiation equipment is tested at the appropriate intervals so that exposure to patients and coworkers is kept to the lowest levels
- Maintains current license with both LSRT and ARRT
- Maintains current license for CPR
- Coordinates work schedule with Departmental Director and/or scheduling desk to assure workload coverage
- Assumes responsibility for the safety, mental and physical comfort of patients while they are in the Cardiology department
- Maintains a daily log of patients seen / completes exam billing forms
- Maintains equipment and work area and maintains adequate supplies
Benefits
- Competitive salary
- Benefits package
- Opportunities for professional development