Cath Lab Tech II

Job Summary

Under the direction of a Cardiologist, independently performs radiographic procedures at a technical level in the Cardiac Catheterization Lab. Assists the Cardiologist in performing diagnostic as well as interventional procedures for the heart.

The two Cath Lab Tech positions are :

(1) Monitor, and (2) Scrub.

Monitor

The monitor is in the control room during the procedure monitoring the vital signs before during and after the procedure, documenting everything that is done during the procedure (i.e. when equipment goes into the patient and when it comes out of the patient. Also documenting what is implanted into the patient and making sure appropriate paper work is done that will go with the patient. Case monitors will also assist in transport when available and well as prepping the patient and cleaning the room post case.

Scrub

The scrub is in the room scrubbed into the case with the doctor in a sterile fashion. The scrub runs the x-ray equipment during the procedure with includes panning the table during image acquisition, moving the C-arm to various angles, switching in and out of different X-ray modes required for various studies. The scrub is also in charge or running the Acist power injector and has to maintain the knowledge of how to use various other equipment during procedure safely and effectively.

Education

(I) On-The-Job Training (2140)

Education Type

Program of Study

Required / Preferred

High School Diploma or G.E.D.

N / A

Required

or

(II) RT, R (2141)

Education Type

Program of Study

Required / Preferred

High School Diploma or G.E.D.

N / A

Required

Graduate of an Approved Program

Radiology Technology

Required

or

(III) RCIS (2142)

Education Type

Program of Study

Required / Preferred

High School Diploma or G.E.D.

N / A

Required

Program Approved by the Cardiovascular Credentialing International ("CCI") for RCIS

Invasive Cardiovascular Technology or a Health Science

Required, if not RCIS Certified prior to July 1, 2013

Experience

Documentation of competency must be in education file for achievement of position; annual review of maintaining position will be performed by manager.

Competency

Position

Completion of on the job training in Cath Lab

All

Tech is able to perform the primary duties of the position in the Cath Lab that they were hired to fill either as a scrub or monitor, on a daily basis unassisted and unsupervised. The Tech is also able to cover call for that position in a safe and reliable manner.

Level I

Tech is able to perform both the duties of the scrub or the monitor on a daily basis or whenever needed. The tech is also able to cover call for either of these positions in a safe and reliable manner on a regular or as needed basis.

Level II

Certification & Licensures

(I) On-The-Job Training (2140)

Certification / Licensure Type

Required / Preferred

Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification

Required,

within 6 months of start date

or

(II) RT, R (2141)

Certification / Licensure Type

Required / Preferred

Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification

Required,

within 6 months of start date

Medical Radiologic Technologist (MRT) License

from the State of Texas

Required

The American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (ARRT) Certification in a Specialized Area Related to Cath Lab

Required

or

(III) RSIC (2142)

Certification / Licensure Type

Required / Preferred

Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification

Required,

within 6 months of start date

Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist (RCIS) Certification

Required