The University of Kansas Hospital
Cardiac Cath Lab Tech
The University of Kansas Hospital, Kansas City, Kansas, United States, 66115
Job ID:
R-47306
Job Type:
Full time
Location:
Kansas City, Kansas
Position Summary / Career Interest The Cardiac Cath Lab Technologist performs advanced diagnostic and interventional cardiac procedures, peripheral vascular procedures, and structural heart procedures in the Cardiac Cath Lab. Cardiac Cath Lab Technologists are responsible for scrubbing, monitoring, and assisting providers as requested. Technologists respond with the team to patient distress situations and assist with equipment quality control and inventory management.
Responsibilities and Essential Job Functions
Assist in transporting patients to nursing units.
Attends to patient needs during cardiac lab procedures.
Circulates during procedure, as applicable.
Obtains and records hemodynamic, electrical, and angiographic data by operating hemodynamic and electrical amplifiers and digital and line fluoroscopic equipment.
Participates in life‑saving measures such as defibrillation and cardiopulmonary resuscitation.
Participates in On‑call per established call schedule, if applicable.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Prepares patient and equipment for cardiac lab procedures by preparing site of entry, draping patient, arranging sterilized instruments and catheters, and calibrating and setting up pressure transducers and tubing.
Prepares the Cardiac Lab procedure rooms by ensuring that adequate stock is available.
Scrubs during procedure, as applicable. Assists the physician in maneuvering catheters.
Must be able to perform the professional, clinical and or technical competencies of the assigned unit or department.
These statements are intended to describe the essential functions of the job and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities. Skills and duties may vary dependent upon your department or unit. Other duties may be assigned as required.
Required Education and Experience
High School Graduate
Associate’s Degree in Radiologic Technology or
Associate’s Degree Cardiovascular or Vascular Technology or
Associate’s Degree Healthcare related field, plus previous experience in a Cardiac Cath Lab, Interventional Radiology or Electrophysiology Lab or
Bachelor’s Degree Healthcare related field, plus previous experience in a Cardiac Cath Lab, Interventional Radiology or Electrophysiology Lab or
Graduate of a non‑accredited program in invasive cardiovascular technology and previous experience in a Cardiac Cath Lab, Interventional Radiology, or Electrophysiology Lab or
Preferred Education and Experience
1 or more years of previous experience in roles such as ICU, Cardiac, Cardiovascular technologist, first responders/EMT, radiologic technologists, ultrasound technologist, respiratory therapy, physiology, or other relevant medical experience.
Required Licensure and Certification
Basic Cardiac Life Support (BLS or BCLS) – American Heart Association (AHA)
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) – American Heart Association (AHA) within 120 days
Preferred Licensure and Certification None specified.
Knowledge Requirements
Knowledge of radiation safety
Basic EKG interpretation
Ability to learn and use multiple imaging hemodynamic and medical record systems
Preferred: Knowledge in computer‑based imaging and hemodynamic management, proficient in EKG interpretation, basic knowledge of cardiac anatomy and pathophysiology
We are an equal employment opportunity employer without regard to a person’s race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and sexual orientation), national origin, ancestry, age (40 or older), disability, veteran status or genetic information.
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R-47306
Job Type:
Full time
Location:
Kansas City, Kansas
Position Summary / Career Interest The Cardiac Cath Lab Technologist performs advanced diagnostic and interventional cardiac procedures, peripheral vascular procedures, and structural heart procedures in the Cardiac Cath Lab. Cardiac Cath Lab Technologists are responsible for scrubbing, monitoring, and assisting providers as requested. Technologists respond with the team to patient distress situations and assist with equipment quality control and inventory management.
Responsibilities and Essential Job Functions
Assist in transporting patients to nursing units.
Attends to patient needs during cardiac lab procedures.
Circulates during procedure, as applicable.
Obtains and records hemodynamic, electrical, and angiographic data by operating hemodynamic and electrical amplifiers and digital and line fluoroscopic equipment.
Participates in life‑saving measures such as defibrillation and cardiopulmonary resuscitation.
Participates in On‑call per established call schedule, if applicable.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Prepares patient and equipment for cardiac lab procedures by preparing site of entry, draping patient, arranging sterilized instruments and catheters, and calibrating and setting up pressure transducers and tubing.
Prepares the Cardiac Lab procedure rooms by ensuring that adequate stock is available.
Scrubs during procedure, as applicable. Assists the physician in maneuvering catheters.
Must be able to perform the professional, clinical and or technical competencies of the assigned unit or department.
These statements are intended to describe the essential functions of the job and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities. Skills and duties may vary dependent upon your department or unit. Other duties may be assigned as required.
Required Education and Experience
High School Graduate
Associate’s Degree in Radiologic Technology or
Associate’s Degree Cardiovascular or Vascular Technology or
Associate’s Degree Healthcare related field, plus previous experience in a Cardiac Cath Lab, Interventional Radiology or Electrophysiology Lab or
Bachelor’s Degree Healthcare related field, plus previous experience in a Cardiac Cath Lab, Interventional Radiology or Electrophysiology Lab or
Graduate of a non‑accredited program in invasive cardiovascular technology and previous experience in a Cardiac Cath Lab, Interventional Radiology, or Electrophysiology Lab or
Preferred Education and Experience
1 or more years of previous experience in roles such as ICU, Cardiac, Cardiovascular technologist, first responders/EMT, radiologic technologists, ultrasound technologist, respiratory therapy, physiology, or other relevant medical experience.
Required Licensure and Certification
Basic Cardiac Life Support (BLS or BCLS) – American Heart Association (AHA)
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) – American Heart Association (AHA) within 120 days
Preferred Licensure and Certification None specified.
Knowledge Requirements
Knowledge of radiation safety
Basic EKG interpretation
Ability to learn and use multiple imaging hemodynamic and medical record systems
Preferred: Knowledge in computer‑based imaging and hemodynamic management, proficient in EKG interpretation, basic knowledge of cardiac anatomy and pathophysiology
We are an equal employment opportunity employer without regard to a person’s race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and sexual orientation), national origin, ancestry, age (40 or older), disability, veteran status or genetic information.
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