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Travel Cath Lab Tech - $2,891 per week in Austin, TX

Cynet Health

Austin, TX

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JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$2,891–$2,891
SKILLS
Basic Life Support (BLS), Blood Pressure, Cardiac Monitoring, Cardiovascular, Catheterization, Catheterization Laboratory, Clinical Assessment, Data Analysis, Data Quality, Documentation, Emergency Response, Federal Laws and Regulations, Image Manipulation, Infection Control, Inventory Management, Maintenance Services, Medical Assistance, Medical Imaging, Medical Treatment, Medications, Mentoring, Operational Control, Order Supplies, Oximetry, Patient Assessment, Patient Care, Patient Charts, Patient Education, Physics, Preventative Maintenance, Purchasing/Procurement, Quality Control, Radiation Safety, Radiography, Reimbursement, Safety Process, State Laws and Regulations, Stock Rotation, Testing, Training/Teaching
LOCATION
Austin, TX
POSTED
13 days ago
Job Title: Cath Lab Technician Profession: Cath Lab Technician Specialty: Cath Lab Technician Duration: 13 weeks Shift: 07:00 AM - 03:30 PM Hours per Shift: 8 Experience: Minimum 1 year License: Valid state license as a Cath Lab Technician Certifications: BLS certification required Must-Have: Experience in diagnostic imaging and cardiovascular procedures Description: Prepares and positions patients and selects anatomic and technical parameters accurately. Prepares and administers contrast media and/or medications within the accepted scope of practice and applicable state and federal regulations. Observes patient during the procedure and reports abnormal activity. Monitors protocols and recommends updates or refinements as warranted. Follows radiation safety procedures and guidelines. Performs diagnostic, specialized radiographic and cardiovascular invasive procedures utilizing ionizing radiation. Determines appropriate documentation method via filmed medium, performing complex image manipulation, data interpretation, and analysis. Produces quality radiographic images for physician interpretation. Provides specialized imaging training and mentoring for medical imaging staff. Acquires quantitative and qualitative data to assist physicians in diagnosing or performing treatment. Performs data analysis, assesses techniques, methodology, equipment operation, and quality control to ensure accurate information is obtained and presented. Arranges preventative maintenance checks and service on radiographic and ancillary procedure equipment at appropriate intervals as necessary. Performs complex patient assessment, monitoring, and care, including patient preparation, vital signs, pulse oximetry, blood pressure, and heart rhythm. Facilitates venous and arterial access in the presence of a physician. Handles urinary catheterization, suturing, compression, bandaging, and distal pulse assessments. Executes wire and catheter manipulation and placements as permitted by license, adhering to departmental standards for competency and proficiency. Documents patient medical charts in accordance with the stated procedure. Establishes and maintains a sterile equipment and procedure environment while complying with infection control standards. Mentors and documents competency in sterile field and infection control for medical imaging staff. Manages inventory actively by maintaining adequate supply, rotating stock, and ordering supplies as needed. Receives and distributes stock appropriately and conducts case-specific charging and documentation to maximize potential reimbursement. Obtains procedure and supply coding information. Communicates with vendors for specialty stock items. Performs procedure scheduling, obtains authorizations, and confirms physician privileges as necessary. Arranges patient reservations and referrals. Obtains patient H and Ps, pertinent lab results, and prior films for physician review. Interviews patients and performs preliminary patient and family procedure communication and education. Conducts post-procedure and discharge education to ensure patient and family understanding of instructions. Documents procedure records as necessary. Utilizes specialized knowledge of radiation procedure and protocol to ensure that all individuals in the procedure room maximize radiation safety. Documents patient radiation exposure and assists the medical radiation physicist. Responds to emergency situations and callbacks as required within departmental specified timeframes. Rotates room, case, and callback assignments with other qualified staff. Performs other duties as assigned and may be required to be "on-call."

About the Company

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Cynet Health

Cynet Health is a TJC certified MBE and one of the fastest-growing healthcare staffing firms in the US providing Health Med and Health IT staffing and consulting services to countless hospitals, SNFs, clinics, labs, CROs, health & wellness centers, pharmacies, and other medical facilities across the United States. Headquartered in Sterling, Virginia, we are a certified Minority-Owned Business Enterprise and a recognized Diversity Supplier.

COMPANY SIZE
1,000 to 1,499 employees
INDUSTRY
Healthcare Services
WEBSITE
https://cynethealth.com/

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