The Heart Cath Lab Technologist performs diagnostic and interventional cardiovascular procedures under the supervision of physicians. They are responsible for equipment checks, patient positioning, and maintaining sterility during procedures.
Requirements summary
An associate degree in Radiology is required along with certifications in LSRT, ARRT, and CPR. A minimum of 2 years of experience in a Cath Lab is also required.
The nature of the duties are to perform diagnostic and interventional cardiovascular procedures on OGH out-patient and inpatients, consistent with the objectives of the treatment plan designed for the patient and as directed by the attending physician. Under direct supervision of the physicians, the technologist will assist in performing diagnostic treatment and interventional procedures on patients according to the department protocol to achieve optimum diagnosis. The technologist will also be responsible for performing routine to complex diagnostic and therapeutic technical procedures in the OGH Cardiac Cath Lab.
Essential
Duties & Responsibilities
Performs daily equipment checks for performance quality and maintains equipment used within the Cardiac Cath Lab.
Prepares for operation of equipment pertinent to case and completion of case.
Makes sure all data transfer to the recording system is transported and stored properly.
Enters patients on log for permanent records and billing purposes.
Prepares procedure room with appropriate tray, supplies and support equipment. Supplies are provided or retrieved expediently with accuracy and reasonably anticipated prior to start of procedure.
Assists with patient positioning, proper equipment positioning, and selection of radiation exposure parameters and image of the patient.
Circulates within the procedure room, remains in room, engaged with procedure, and assists with any requests.
Communicates effectively with all members of the health care team.
Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide case to the adult and geriatric patient. Has ability to recognize waveforms , monitor patients' blood pressure and heart rate / rhythm during procedure and notify physician if something appears abnormal.
Performs in scrub tech role, setting up and maintaining sterility throughout the entire procedure, assist the physicians in the diagnosis and treatment of peripheral vascular, interventional treatments, assisting in angioplasties and other such treatments deemed necessary by the physician.
Demonstrates a thorough understanding and working knowledge of normal and abnormal anatomy and physiology of the peripheral vascular system, radiation safety, interventional supplies and equipment operation. Uses professional judgement and critical thinking when performing procedures.
Maintains a high degree of accuracy and an awareness of all radiation and patient safety issues.
Maintains expertise on assigned inventory and acts as a resource to the other staff and physicians. Becomes a " Train the trainer" for assigned equipment.
Completes appropriate competency checklist for area of practice. Completes continuing education hours as directed and to maintain
Demonstrates knowledge of charting system.
Demonstrates knowledge and ability to pull arterial / Venous sheaths and hold manual pressure to obtain hemostasis with documented competencies.
Has technical knowledge and skill on any devices, machinery, and equipment specific to the Cath Lab, i.e. Laser, Orbital Artherectomy, Thrombectomy, FFR / IVUS and ETC..
Has Knowledge and skill with documented competencies for deployment of vascular closure devices.
Transports patients within the Hospital as needed. Follows infection control and safety guidelines.
Ability to work as a team member in a stressful environment, to follow directions / instructions of his/her supervisor. Consistent attendance is required. Complies with all OGH policies, procedures, practices and standards of behavior.
Ability to assume additional responsibilities, late shifts, etc.. at supervisors assignment and discretion.
