University Hospitals
Location
Beachwood, Ohio
The Cath Lab Tech assists the cardiologist and electrophysiologist in cardiac catheterization and electrophysiology procedures, ensuring the quality of radiological work in the lab. Responsibilities include patient assessment, assisting the physician at the table while maintaining sterility, and managing necessary supplies and equipment.
Candidates must have graduated from an accredited Radiologic Technology or Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist Program and possess knowledge of radiation safety QA and proper sterile technique. Required certifications include ARRT-R, BCLS (within 90 days), ACLS (within 1 year), and Ohio State licensure, along with proficiency in communication and hemodynamic monitoring.
Radiologic Technology Program or Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist Program. (Required) Work Experience Experience with pacemaker insertions (Preferred) and Scrubbing in may be required for the Adult setting, but preferred for the Pediatric setting (Preferred) and Special Procedures experience (Preferred) and Interventional Radiology or Cardiac Catheterization Lab or Electrophysiology Lab experience (Preferred) and Advance EKG recognition course experience within 1st year of hire. (Required) and Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities Demonstrating proficiency in arrhythmia recognition (Preferred proficiency) Strong communication, problem-solving and interpersonal skills. (Required proficiency) Team player (Required proficiency) Basic computer skills and experience with Hemodynamic Monitoring. (Required proficiency) Use of a variety of equipment, including power injectors and various computers. (Required proficiency) Knowledge of all radiation safety QA. (Required proficiency) Knowledge of proper sterile procedure technique and infection control. (Required proficiency) Licenses and Certifications Registered Technologist Radiography (ARRT-R) (Required) and Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) (Required within 90 Days) and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) (Required within 1 Year) CCI equivalent (Preferred) and Licensed in the State of Ohio (Required) Physical Demands Standing Frequently Walking Frequently Sitting Rarely Lifting Frequently up to 50 lbs Carrying Frequently up to 50 lbs Pushing Frequently up to 50 lbs Pulling Frequently up to 50 lbs Climbing Occasionally up to 50 lbs Balancing Occasionally Stooping Frequently Kneeling Frequently Crouching Frequently Crawling Occasionally Reaching Frequently Handling Frequently Grasping Frequently Feeling Constantly Talking Constantly Hearing Constantly Repetitive Motions Constantly Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination Constantly Travel Requirements 10%25