Cardiac Catheter Lab Technician- Must be RCIS Certified

Full Time
Warrenton, VA
Posted
Job description

Cardiac Cath Lab Technician

Brightstar Care is looking to help staff a hospital with a Cardiac Catheter Lab Technician

JOB SUMMARY A cardiac catheterization laboratory technician assists doctors during invasive cardiovascular procedures such as cardiac catheterization. The technician is an essential member of the team. The duties scrubbing to assist the MD, Circulating for supplies to assist during procedure, and monitoring the patient's hemodynamic status during the procedure. These services will be performed in the cardiac cath lab. In the execution of job duties, it is the universal expectation that all tasks are performed with a patient centered focus, while also seeking opportunities to continually improve core processes. Incumbent will be scheduled based on operational need, which may include but is not limited to: holidays, extended shifts, night and/or weekend shifts, standby and/or on-call. This job description is only meant to be a representative summary of the major responsibilities and accountabilities performed by the incumbents of this job. Employees may be directed to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.

Reports to: Cardiac Cath Service Line Manager FLSA: Non-exempt Grade: G19 EEO: □ 01 Officials and Managers □ 02 Professionals □ 03 Technicians □ 04 Sales Workers □ 05 Administrative Support Workers □ 06 Craft Workers □ 07 Operatives □ 08 Laborers and Helpers X 09 Service Workers JOB REQUIREMENTS Minimum Education □ Associates Degree in Science or Allied Health training X Preferred □ Required Required Skills Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.

Certifications: X Basic Life Support (BLS) ; X ACLS required within 30 days of hire; Must have at least one of the following certifications and/or licensure: Cardiovascular Technologist (CVT) and/or Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist (RCIS) and/or American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (AART).

Minimum Work Experience

Minimum of 6 months Experience working in Cardiac Cath Lab Job Description Report REPORT GENERATED: MARCH 8, 2023, 3:40 PM

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Assists the physician with cardiac catheterizations. Demonstrates competency in sterile technique preparing for procedure including scrubbing, applying surgical gown, gloving, draping and set up of instrument table. Under the direction and supervision of the physician administers medications pertinent to cardiac catheterization. Demonstrates competency in IV access and phlebotomy procedures for the patient. Demonstrates competency in Holter monitor. This includes initialization, application and correct removal. Scans Holter monitors accurately and efficiently, identifying, documenting, and reporting any significant/life threatening arrhythmias to MD. Performs emergency therapeutic maneuvers during procedures. (ACLS protocol) Operates and ensures the quality control of all equipment utilized in the cath lab. Exhibits extensive knowledge of all related equipment within the laboratory to include but limited to intra-aortic balloon pump, fractional flow reserve. Ensures supplies and equipment are available and in working condition, including instrument sterilization if applicable. NONESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Assists with orientation and training of others as directed. Cross trains in order to perform all assigned duties required by the department. FUNCTIONAL DEMANDS Populations Served □ Does not treat or care for patients. X Neonate (<30 days) X Infant (<1 year) X Early Childhood (1 year and <5 years) X Late Childhood (5 years and <13 years) X Adolescent (13 and <17 years) X Young Adult (17 to <30 years) X Middle Adult (30 years to <60 years) X Older Adult (>60 years) Protected Health Information Type of Protected Information Accessed: □ Demographic □ Clinical □ Insurance □ Financial x Complete Medical Record Bloodborne Pathogens Exposure While performing this job, occupational exposure is present for all employees Physical Requirements - Physical Dexterity and Effort: Rarely <1%, Occasionally 1-33%, Frequently 34-66%, Constantly 67-100%

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $50.00 - $60.00 per hour

Benefits:

  • Flexible schedule

Schedule:

  • 10 hour shift
  • 8 hour shift

Ability to commute/relocate:

  • Warrenton, VA: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Application Question(s):

  • Do you have an RCIS certification?

License/Certification:

  • BLS Certification (Preferred)

Work Location: One location

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