Cath Lab Technologist

General Information

Location: City, State

This position requires experience in a Cath Lab setting, working with patients with various cardiac conditions.

Facilities and Equipment

• 2 Cath labs
• 2 Hybrid peripheral/OR labs

Experience Requirements

• Minimum of 2 years experience with coronary, structural heart, complex PCI, and peripheral cases.
• First-time travelers are welcome if they possess extensive experience in the required areas.

Patient Types

Candidates will be working with patients experiencing:

• Coronary artery disease
• STEMI
• Cardiogenic shock
• Complex total occlusions
• Valvular and renal disease
• Carotid stenosis
• Limb salvage
• Peripheral stenosis and thrombosis disease
• Impella and LVAD insertions

Patient Ratios

Registered Nurse to patient ratio is 1:1.

Certifications & Education

• Required Certifications: BLS, ACLS, RT or equivalent, or RCIS
• Required Education: AA/AAS Degree

Skills Required

• 2 years minimum experience with coronary, complex PCI, and peripheral procedures
• Capability to perform table movement (panning)
• Ability to recognize and treat arrhythmias
• Critical patient assessment skills

Unit Support & Staffing

CNA support is not applicable. A charge nurse is available Monday through Friday from 0600 to 1630.

Charting System

• EPIC (required)
• Epic Cupid (preferred)
• Alaris
• Omnicell

Additional Information

• No floating to other departments required; the Cath Lab and IR are separate.
• Orientation includes 4 days of training with 10-hour shifts.
• Variable shifts primarily consist of 4×10-hour day shifts, with occasional rotations to 3×12-hour night shifts.
• Weekend rotation required every 4th weekend.
• On-call duty is typically 1-2 days per week and every 4th weekend.
• Holidays may require coverage, with an expectation of possible duty during one holiday per assignment.
• Any time off requests must be approved through management.

Parking & Scrub Information

Scrubs will be provided for procedural tasks. Free parking is available for all staff.

Please inquire about the possibility of staying through the holiday season for a comprehensive experience.