Cath Lab Technician
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Job Location:
Hickory, NC - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
19 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Role: Cath Lab Technician
Location: Hickory NC-28601
Position: Full Time Benefits
Must Have:
Current ARRT or RCIS certification required.
Basic Life Support (BLS) required.
Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS).
Nice to Have:
Hospital experience in Acute or Rehab setting.
Duties:
1. Patient Preparation & Care
- Prepare patients for procedures like angiograms angioplasty and stent placement.
- Explain procedures and help reduce patient anxiety.
- Monitor vital signs (heart rate blood pressure oxygen levels).
- Ensure proper patient positioning and sterile field maintenance
2. Assisting During Procedures
- Assist cardiologists during cardiac catheterization procedures.
- Hand instruments and catheters to the physician
- Operate imaging equipment (fluoroscopy/X-ray systems)
- Monitor patient condition throughout the procedure
3. Equipment & Technical Duties
- Set up and calibrate cath lab equipment.
- Ensure all devices (monitors contrast injectors imaging systems) are functioning properly.
- Maintain sterile instruments and supplies.
- Troubleshoot equipment issues during procedures.
4. Monitoring & Documentation
- Record procedure details and patient data
- Monitor ECG (heart rhythm) and report abnormalities
- Maintain accurate patient records and procedure logs.
5. Post-Procedure Care
- Assist in patient recovery and monitoring
- Apply pressure to catheter insertion site to prevent bleeding.
- Educate patients on post-procedure care instructions.
6. Safety & Compliance
- Follow radiation safety protocols.
- Maintain infection control standards.
- Adhere to hospital policies and healthcare regulations.
Key Skills Required
- Knowledge of cardiovascular anatomy and procedures.
- Attention to detail and quick decision-making.
- Technical proficiency with imaging equipment.
- Strong communication and teamwork skills.
