Job DescriptionAs a Catheterization Lab Technician, you will use physiological monitoring/recording systems to create, manipulate, improve, and record analog and digital radiographic images used in diagnostic, electrophysiology and interventional cardio-vascular procedures and examinations. You will perform a range of technical and supportive patient care tasks in accordance with facility and regulatory requirements.
We are currently offering a $5,000 sign-on bonus to newly hired Techs! Summary of Essential Duties:- Assists with CVIC procedures applying approved protocols per standards of practice for safety, speed, organization, precision, and accuracy based upon the department's accrediting agency and/or department guidelines for exam protocols, adhering to department safety and productivity standards.
- Scrubs, monitors, assists, and circulates safely and timely, supplying necessary equipment and performing vascular site management, while supporting FDA approved and clinical research procedures.
- Performs all diagnostic tests, including coronary and structural heart intervention using electronic physiologic monitoring equipment and accurately records ECG, electrograms, hemodynamics, echocardiographic and other vital tracing obtained throughout the procedure.
- Prepares and administers contrast and follows department procedures and guidelines in handling of contrast to maintain compliance with all safety requirements. Observes radiation and laser protection to regulatory safety requirements.
- Performs sterile processing within guidelines for sterile field and equipment preparation, including inspection, counting, cleaning, patient and equipment transport, room stock, and documentation, with notification to supervisor and action needed for resolution.
Sign-on bonus is only available to newly hired Techs. Current employees are not eligible. QualificationsEducation:- High School Diploma or GED required
- Successful completion of an Accredited CVT program with at least 800 hours of clinicals as part of that training program required
License/Certifications:- Basic Life Support from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross required
- RCIS from Cardiovascular Credentialing International required
- ACLS and PALS preferred
- Applicants with no RCIS may be considered as a Cath Lab Tech I
Experience:- At least 3 years of Cath Lab experience required to qualify for Tech II position
- Graduates of a CV Tech program with no experience can be considered at the Tech I level
- Congenital Heart experience preferred
Keywords: Cardiac, Cardio, Cardiovascular, Cath, Catheterization, Lab, Laboratory, Medical Center, Hospital, Healthcare, Los Angeles, CA, California
