Travel Cath Lab Tech - $2,988 per week in Lexington, KY

Job Title: Cath Lab Tech Profession: Clinical-Allied Specialty: Cath Lab Duration: 18 months Shift: First Shift Hours per Shift: 12 hours Experience: Minimum of 2 years of experience preferred License: Radiography License Certifications: BLS, ACLS, ARRT Radiography (R) Certification Must-Have: Associate's degree from a JRCERT accredited Radiology Program Description: Provides health care services using cardiovascular, endovascular, and neurovascular imaging and interventional procedures. Performs care requiring substantial specialized knowledge, judgment, and skill. Exhibits professional judgment in performance of services and maintains demeanor complementary to medical ethics. Provides appropriate patient care and recognizes conditions essential for successful completion of procedures. Demonstrates competency through annual education and completes validation tools for unit-specific requirements. Carries out IABP/Impella functions and hemodynamic monitoring. Performs arterial/venous sheath removals and/or utilizes closure devices. Assists physicians during diagnostic and interventional procedures. Aids in the implantation of permanent pacemakers and ICDs. Practices aseptic technique consistently. Demonstrates competency with interventional procedures such as thrombectomy, stenting, angioplasty, IVUS, OCT, FFR, and structural heart interventions. Manages complications such as air emboli, stroke, anaphylactic reactions, and cardiac tamponade. Demonstrates respect and regard for the dignity of all patients, families, visitors, and co-workers to ensure a professional and courteous environment. Assumes responsibility for the physical and psychological needs of patients during procedures. Positively contributes to a work environment through words and actions. Maintains professional composure and confidence during stressful situations. Keeps open communication using the appropriate chain of command regarding issues. Conducts all work activities with respect for the rights and wishes of patients, visitors, families, and co-workers. Maintains confidentiality of all hospital and patient information at all times. Participates in staff meetings as determined by management. Supports the organization's mission and values. Practices standards of commitment and behavior. Promotes effective procedural workflow and works as a team to facilitate quality patient care. Follows the attendance policy. Practices radiation safety. Uses equipment safely. Utilizes ALARA (As Low As Reasonably Achievable) principles for all exams. Performs and records quality control checks. Applies principles of radiation safety to patients, co-workers, and self.