Cath Lab Tech

Job Overview

The Cath Lab Tech is responsible for providing high-quality patient care in the catheterization laboratory. This position requires expertise in scrubbing and circulating various cases, performing sterile procedures, and assisting physicians in diagnostic and therapeutic interventions.

Key Responsibilities

• Scrub all procedures tableside with the physician.
• Circulate cases as needed and manage sterile environments.
• Set up sterile tables and assist in a range of cardiac and interventional radiology procedures.
• Perform groin management and access site management including radial and drain management.
• Utilize knowledge of atherectomy devices and manage equipment such as Impella and IABP.

Qualifications

• Valid Oregon License required.
• Required Certifications: Rad Tech, RCIS, or ARRT (CI) or (CV).
• Experience in coronary angiograms, STEMIs, peripheral angiograms, thrombectomies, and a variety of interventional radiology cases.

Work Environment

The Cath Lab consists of 3 suites/labs, handling an average of 5-10 cases per day. The facility requires the use of a radiation badge, which is not provided by the employer.

Shift Details

• Shifts are either 8 hours (8:30 AM – 5:00 PM) or 4/10s (7:00 AM – 4:30 PM).
• On-call duty includes 1-2 nights per week, as well as every 3rd or 4th weekend.
• Requires response to call within 20 minutes.
• 1 major holiday and holiday weekend commitment per year.

Orientation and Support

New hires will undergo orientation with peer support from Special Procedure Technologists, ensuring a smooth integration into the team.

Equipment Used

The Cath Lab Tech will work with McKesson and GE equipment, primarily during interventional radiology procedures conducted within the Cath Lab.