Cath Lab Technologist I, Cardio Cath

About the Role

The Catheterization Laboratory Technologist I plays a critical role in supporting cardiac catheterization procedures by preparing the lab and operating essential equipment, including fluoro imaging and digital image acquisition. This role ensures the accurate documentation of patient information and hemodynamic measurements, while also maintaining stringent aseptic technique and patient safety standards. The Technologist I actively collaborates with the medical team to optimize patient care and departmental efficiency, serving as the radiation safety representative during X-ray usage and continually developing proficiency in specialized cath lab technologies.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensures major equipment is operational in assigned area(s) and documents as required for quality control.
• Participates in daily room checks and stocking of supplies.
• Accesses daily patient schedule and appropriate patient information for assigned procedures.
• Ensures appropriate equipment, supplies, and room configuration for all procedures.
• Collaborates with the procedure team and Cath Lab Lead/Coordinator to ensure appropriate patient care and departmental efficiency.
• Ensures proper patient information is entered into cath lab computer and imaging systems.
• Ensures proper procedure documentation, hemodynamic measurements/recording, and ECG recognition during assigned procedures.
• Ensures patient position is appropriate and safely secured on the procedure table.
• Trains and completes competencies to set up and operate cath lab equipment, including but not limited to: Imaging (X-Ray, intravascular ultrasound-IVUS, intracardiac echo-ICE), contrast injector, hemodynamic system, intra-aortic balloon pump, rotational atherectomy, thrombectomy, left ventricular assist device.
• Supports and anticipates the needs of the physician and ensures patient safety when scrubbing procedures.
• Adheres to aseptic technique 100% of the time and stops the line if a break in sterile technique is identified.
• Adheres to organizational policies and processes related to patient safety, patient privacy, infection control (hand hygiene), and patient communication.
• Collaborates with team members in sharing knowledge to foster teamwork.
• Supports department and team by engaging in patient transport as appropriate.
• Obtains and maintains proficiency in access site management.
• Acts as radiation safety representative for patients and team while X-Ray is used.
• Performs fluoro imaging and digital image acquisition as appropriate for procedure.
• Adheres to the attendance policy and departmental productivity standards.
• Supports department and organization’s commitment to Zero Harm and Customer Service.
• Adheres to departmental and organizational dress code.
• Understands and upholds the CHRISTUS mission, vision, and purpose.
• Supports and promotes Unit based Councils, process improvement projects, and a nursing collaborative care model.
• Promotes and serves with respect to the CHRISTUS core values: Dignity, Integrity, Excellence, Compassion, Stewardship.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Fluoro imaging
• Digital image acquisition
• Imaging (X-Ray, intravascular ultrasound-IVUS, intracardiac echo-ICE)
• Contrast injector
• Hemodynamic system
• Intra-aortic balloon pump
• Rotational atherectomy
• Thrombectomy
• Left ventricular assist device
• Access site management
• Radiation safety
• Aseptic technique

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited school of Radiology Technology, an associate’s degree in a healthcare-related field, or an acceptable equivalent required.
• Bachelor's degree preferred.
• 0-1 year of experience in an acute care setting preferred.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is required.
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification is required within 6 months of hire to work/perform independently.
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification is required within 6 months of hire to work/perform independently at Pediatric facilities.

Preferred Certifications:

• Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist (RCIS) by CCI
• Registered Cardiac Electrophysiology Specialist (RCES) by CCI
• Registered Cardiac Sonographer (RCS) by CCI
• Radiography (R) by ARRT
• Cardiac Interventional Radiography (CI) by ARRT
• Cardiovascular Interventional Radiography (CV) by ARRT
• Vascular Interventional Radiography (VI) by ARRT
• Abdomen (AB) RDMS by ARDMS
• Obstetrics & Gynecology (OB/GYN) RDMS by ARDMS
• Adult Echocardiography (AE) RDCS by ARDMS
• Registered Vascular Technologist (RVT) by ARDMS

State Licensure required based on modality:

• Texas: MRT or LMRT by TMB
• Louisiana: LRT (R) or (F) by LSRTBE
• New Mexico: RRT or FUS by MIRTP NMED

Work Schedule

• 8AM - 5PM Monday-Friday
• Full Time