Health Care Provider
Cardiac Cath Lab Technologist
Job Title: Cardiac Cath Laboratory Technologist
Duration: 3+ Months
Location: Salinas, CA
Job Description:
- Performs a variety of technical procedures that will require independent judgement, ingenuity and initiative to apply and prescribe ionizing radiation for radiological procedures in the Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory.
- Should be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on his/her unit.
- Assists in performing diagnostic fluoroscopic angiographic procedures, coronary and peripheral interventions and Electrophysiology procedures in the Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory.
- Assists in caring for patients in preparation for cardiac procedures.
- Assists in monitoring patient condition pre and post procedure.
- Reports changes in the patient’s condition to physician or R.N. for follow-up.
- Assists in preventative maintenance of Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory equipment.
- Reports all equipment malfunctions to Assistant Director and calls for services if indicated.
- Assists with supply management.
- Works as an integral part of the Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory team, knowing the responsibilities of each team member and being able to perform these responsibilities as needed.
- Initiates effective CPR measures and is familiar with the location and use of all emergency equipment.
- Assists in implementing and maintaining the Q.I. program related to radiological equipment and on-going department initiatives.
- Adheres to established hospital safety standards by following safety procedures/techniques in utilizing equipment and supplies and in performing procedures and body mechanics as well as reporting any unsafe condition immediately to the patient care manager.
- Operates equipment according to the protocol of the procedure being performed.
- Assists physician with all Cath Lab procedures.
- Demonstrates knowledge of sterile technique.
- Pulls contrast media as appropriate for procedure.
- Should be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on his/her unit.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
- Experience: Minimum of 1 year Cardiac Catheterization Lab experience.
Salinas, California, United States