What are the responsibilities and job description for the Cath Lab Imaging Technician - Cardiac Cath Lab - Casual position at IRMC?
Job Summary
Following established procedures, assists in cardiac diagnostic and interventional catheterizations and peripheral angiography procedures. Is responsible for fluoroscopic, imaging, and recording equipment. Is able to assess and provide the appropriate equipment to treat adult and geriatric patients. Must be able to work as a team member as well as independently. Must possess the necessary acuities to perform the essential functions of this position.
Job Specification
- Minimum Education Required
- Must have completed an accredited radiology technologist program.
- Minimum Experience Required
- Must possess a minimum of two - three years of diagnostic and interventional cardiac catheterization lab experience preferred.
- Licensure/Certification Required
- Must be currently registered with the ARRT and be in good standing
- Must be BLS certified required (or obtain within one month of hire)
- ACLS certified within 6 months required.
- AART (CV) certification is preferred but not required.
- Certification as a Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist (RCIS) preferred.
Skills
- Must be proficient in interpreting EKG and hemodynamic pressure tracings, pacemakers, and related equipment, ability to use radiographic equipment and handle patients who present in a variety of conditions.
- Experience in electric countershock techniques.
- Ability to function as a team member.
- Ability to demonstrate the principles of surgical asepsis.
- Must possess the necessary acuities to perform the essential functions of this position.
Shifts
- Varies Days with Call Hours