Cardiac Cath Lab Tech II
Detroit
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Title: Cardiac Cath Lab Tech II
Location: Onsite - Detroit, MI
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Job Summary
The Cardiac Cath Lab Tech II demonstrates advanced knowledge and competency in cardiac, vascular, respiratory, and renal physiology and pathology. Performs and monitors diagnostic and interventional cardiac catheterization procedures, recognizes and responds appropriately to ECG changes and lethal arrhythmias, and supports the Interventional Cardiologist during procedures.
The Cardiac Cath Lab Tech II demonstrates thorough understanding of ECG and related medical terminology, cardiac medications, cardiac pathologies, hemodynamic parameters, coronary anatomy, cardiac pressure waveforms, and cardiopulmonary resuscitation. Assists with orientation and training of Cath Lab staff and is responsible for special projects, which may include participation in relevant committees.
Key Responsibilities
Demonstrate understanding of cardiac, vascular, respiratory, and renal physiology and pathology.
Assist with orientation and training of Cath Lab staff.
Participate in special projects and relevant committees as assigned.
Adhere to the principles of medical ethics as applied to the role of the Cardiac Cath Lab Tech II.
Demonstrate thorough understanding of ECG and related medical terminology.
Recognize ECG waveform morphology, wave patterns and their significance, including lethal arrhythmias.
Recognize and interpret ECG changes occurring in heart chamber enlargement and myocardial infarctions and respond appropriately.
List and describe common cardiac pathologies, including symptoms and treatments.
Demonstrate understanding of cardiac medications, including Generic & Trade names and pharmacokinetic actions related to cardiac and vascular functions.
Properly document medications, including indications for administration and dosages.
Recognize and alert physicians to abnormalities in clinical laboratory values for Arterial Blood Gases, electrolytes, hemoglobin, BUN and creatinine.
Demonstrate knowledge of cardiopulmonary resuscitation and perform all components as a Cardiac Cath Lab Tech II during a full cardiac arrest.
Monitor diagnostic cardiac catheter procedures.
Intervene appropriately during and after a lethal arrhythmia using ACLS standards when warranted.
Identify coronary anatomy in cine angiographic projections.
Identify cardiac pressure waveforms and inform the Interventional Cardiologist when applicable.
Calculate basic hemodynamic parameters using the recording computer.
Record catheterization events in the database computer.
Understand necessary supplies, provide supplies, and set up a table to perform diagnostic cardiac catheterization.
Describe the fundamental steps in diagnostic heart catheterization and safely monitor patients during the procedure.
Perform cardiac outputs, O2 saturations and ACT (Activated Clotting Time) measurements.
Monitor percutaneous interventions and differentiate between PTCA, directional and mechanical rotation atherectomy.
Demonstrate full understanding of extraction devices such as AngioJet, Rotoblator and laser revascularization devices.
Explain indications and potential complications of thrombolytic therapy for Acute MI.
Identify the benefits of supplementing angiographic imaging with intravascular ultrasound and Doppler velocimetry technologies.
Describe indications for electrophysiologic testing, permanent pacemaker implant, therapeutic ablation of dysrhythmias and implantable cardioverter defibrillators.
Identify the main components of the Cath Lab fluoroscopy system.
Utilize the necessary fluoroscopy system components to ensure the Physician has appropriate visibility to perform the procedure.
Qualifications
Required
High School diploma or G.E.D. equivalent.
Graduate of an accredited program in Allied Health Sciences, such as Cardiovascular Technology, Radiologic Technology, Respiratory Therapy, Exercise Science, Cardiac or Vascular Sonography, or equivalent academic program and experience.
Cath Lab experience.
ECMO and structural heart experience.
Experience with Epic charting.
Experience with Seiman Census Vibe.
Demonstrated knowledge of ECG waveform morphology and lethal arrhythmias.
Knowledge of cardiac pathologies, medications and treatments.
Knowledge of cardiac catheterization procedures and monitoring.
Knowledge of hemodynamic parameters and cardiac pressure waveforms.
Ability to perform cardiac outputs, O2 saturations and ACT measurements.
Ability to recognize and respond appropriately to lethal arrhythmias using ACLS standards.
Ability to scrub in a sterile environment for an undetermined amount of time.
Ability to wear lead aprons weighing up to 5 lbs. for an undetermined amount of time.
With team assistance as needed, ability to lift patients to and from a stretcher/bed to a procedure table.
With team assistance as needed, ability to push a bed or stretcher with an immobilized patient on it.
Required Certification & Licensure
Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist (RCIS), OR
Registered Cardiac Electrophysiology Specialist (RCES), OR
Radiology Technologist (ARRT) with Cardiac Interventional (CI) or Vascular Interventional (VI).
Valid BCLS certification.
ACLS certification required within six (6) months of hire.
BLS.
ACLS.
Working Conditions
Position may be based in a hospital or ambulatory/mobile imaging setting. Exposure to radiation, high-voltage equipment, and infectious diseases is possible with appropriate safety precautions. Position may require assisting with patient transfers and moving equipment.
Why work at OpTech?
OpTech is a woman-owned company that values your ideas, encourages your growth, and always has your back. When you work at OpTech, not only do you get health and dental benefits, but you also have training opportunities, flexible/remote work options, growth opportunities, 401K and competitive pay. Apply today!
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OpTech is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE), all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
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