Professional SummaryUnder the direction of the Cath Lab Manager, provides specialized clinical and technical support for invasive cardiovascular and electrophysiology procedures while ensuring safe, high-quality patient care across all age groups. Demonstrates expertise in cardiac catheterization laboratory operations, hemodynamic monitoring, diagnostic and interventional cardiovascular procedures, and patient care management.
Key Responsibilities- Assist cardiologists and electrophysiologists during cardiac catheterization, peripheral vascular, and electrophysiology procedures.
- Support invasive procedures by managing arterial and venous access, obtaining blood samples, flushing and removing lines, and assisting physicians during diagnostic and interventional cases.
- Scrub and provide procedural support, including guidewire handling, contrast administration, and first-assist responsibilities during electrophysiology procedures as required.
- Prepare catheterization suites by ensuring all equipment, supplies, sterile instruments, and monitoring systems are operational and procedure-ready.
- Operate angiographic, hemodynamic, and non-radiographic equipment used in diagnostic and interventional cardiovascular procedures.
- Monitor and interpret hemodynamic waveforms, cardiac rhythms, heart pressures, and arterial blood pressures, promptly communicating significant findings to physicians and clinical staff.
- Provide post-procedure patient care, including sheath removal, vital sign monitoring, and assessment of peripheral circulation.
- Set up, operate, and troubleshoot advanced cardiovascular technologies such as IVUS, FFR, atherectomy/thrombectomy systems, intra-aortic balloon pumps, ventricular assist devices, laser consoles, temporary pacemakers, and other mechanical circulatory support equipment.
- Manage digital imaging systems, including image acquisition, processing, analysis, archiving, and reproduction of diagnostic studies.
- Maintain accurate patient records, procedural documentation, inventory tracking, and charge entry within EPIC/LifeChart systems.
- Support quality assurance, infection prevention, safety initiatives, and compliance with departmental and hospital policies.
- Coordinate equipment maintenance and repairs to ensure optimal laboratory functionality and patient safety.
Qualifications- Associate degree in Exercise Physiology, Radiologic Technology, or a related healthcare field required; Bachelor's degree strongly preferred.
- Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification required within three months of hire or transfer.
- Ability to recognize and respond to common cardiac arrhythmias.
- Certification as one of the following required: Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist (RCIS) Registered Cardiac Electrophysiology Specialist (RCES) Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS) Registered Radiologic Technologist (RT)
- Demonstrated ability to provide age-appropriate and culturally sensitive patient care across diverse populations.
Experience- Minimum of three years of experience in Cardiology, Interventional Radiology, Radiology, or Exercise Physiology required.
Pay Range: $35.90-$59.23
Location:The Miriam Hospital - 164 Summit Ave Providence, Rhode Island 02906
Work Type:M-F with rotating weekday, weekend and holiday call
Work Shift:Day
Daily Hours:10 hours
Driving Required:No
