Cardiac Cath Lab Technologist II

Job Description

Job Summary:

• Demonstrates understanding of cardiac, vascular, respiratory, and renal physiology and pathology.
• Assists with orientation and training of Cath Lab staff.
• Participates in special projects and relevant committees as assigned.
• Adheres to principles of medical ethics applicable to the Cardiac Cath Lab Tech II role.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Demonstrates thorough knowledge of ECG interpretation, including waveform morphology, lethal arrhythmias, chamber enlargement, and myocardial infarction.
• Recognizes and responds appropriately to ECG changes using ACLS standards.
• Identifies and describes common cardiac pathologies, including symptoms and treatments.
• Demonstrates knowledge of cardiac medications (generic and trade names), pharmacokinetics, indications, and dosages; documents administration accurately.
• Recognizes abnormal clinical laboratory values (ABGs, electrolytes, hemoglobin, BUN, creatinine) and alerts physicians accordingly.
• Performs all components of cardiopulmonary resuscitation during cardiac arrest situations.
• Monitors diagnostic and interventional cardiac catheterization procedures.
• Identifies coronary anatomy in cine angiographic projections.
• Interprets cardiac pressure waveforms and communicates findings to the Interventional Cardiologist.
• Calculates basic hemodynamic parameters using recording systems.
• Documents catheterization events in electronic databases.
• Prepares and manages supplies; sets up sterile tables for diagnostic catheterizations.
• Monitors patients safely throughout procedures.
• Performs cardiac output calculations, oxygen saturation measurements, and ACT (Activated Clotting Time) testing.
• Monitors percutaneous coronary interventions (PCI) and differentiates between PTCA, atherectomy techniques, and mechanical devices.
• Demonstrates full knowledge of extraction and revascularization devices, including AngioJet, Rotablator, and laser systems.
• Explains indications and potential complications of thrombolytic therapy for acute myocardial infarction.
• Utilizes adjunct imaging technologies such as intravascular ultrasound and Doppler velocimetry.
• Describes indications for electrophysiology studies, pacemaker implantation, ablation procedures, and ICDs.
• Operates Cath Lab fluoroscopy systems to ensure optimal visualization for physicians.

Education:

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Graduate of an accredited Allied Health Sciences program (e.g., Cardiovascular Technology, Radiologic Technology, Respiratory Therapy, Exercise Science, Cardiac/Vascular Sonography, or equivalent experience).

Required Certifications and Licenses:

• Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist (RCIS).
• Registered Cardiac Electrophysiology Specialist (RCES).
• Radiologic Technologist (ARRT) with Cardiac Interventional (CI) or Vascular Interventional (VI) credentials.

Preferred Certifications and Licenses:

• Valid BLS required.
• ACLS required within six (6) months of hire.

Skills & Professional Expectations:

Meets or exceeds customer service standards per Client Customer Service Policy, including:

• Communication.
• Ownership.
• Motivation.
• Sensitivity.
• Excellence.
• Teamwork.
• Respect.
• Demonstrates professionalism, flexibility, initiative, and a strong team-first mindset.
• Open to learning, diversity, and ongoing training.

Physical Demands & Working Conditions:

• Ability to scrub in a sterile environment for extended periods.
• Ability to wear lead aprons (up to 5 lbs) for prolonged durations.
• Ability to lift and transfer patients with team assistance.
• Ability to push beds or stretchers with immobilized patients.

Schedule Hours per Week: 40.00
Schedule Hours per Day: 8.00
Schedule Days per Week: 5.00