Cath Lab Tech

Hrs Description: DAYS: 6:30AM - 5PM DAYS; 10 hr shift ; Duties: Job Description: -To assist the Cardiologists in performing invasive and diagnostic/interventional cardiac/vascular and electrophysiologic procedures as well as technical hemodynamic monitoring and interpretation using automated techniques. -Providing care to meet patient needs and handle other duties as required and assigned.

Essential Functions: -To assist cardiologists in performing invasive coronary/vascular/EP diagnostic and/or therapeutic procedures using a specific technique. -To set up and operate a variety of electrical/imaging equipment and computers. -Displays good judgement and problem-solving skills. -Displays ability to organize and prioritize performance based on procedural findings. -Advocates for patient's needs. -Hemodynamic and procedural results/outcome interpretation. -Selection and operation of procedural supplies/equipment based on procedural findings. -Operation of both monophasic and biphasic defibrillators. -Ability to effectively communicate and educate patient during procedures to alleviate anxiety and ensure focused patient care. -Recognize and assist any anesthesia needs inherent in the care of the deeply sedated or anesthetized patient. -Collaborate with Research RN/Coordinator in carrying out laboratory-based research. -Excellence in communication skills and professional interaction enable incumbent to interact with physicians so that patient safety, satisfaction and optimal patient outcomes are facilitated during procedures. -Collaborates with team members and other health care providers in planning patient care specific to procedures being performed.-Assumes accountability for patient care by directing team members, if necessary, so that a standard of excellence and optimal patient outcomes can be achieved. -Excellence in communication skills enable incumbent to effectively train and mentor team members. -Appropriate, professional interaction with various vendors to ensure patient safety and positive outcomes resulting from product and/or equipment/supply use. -Updates knowledge and skills as equipment changes are implemented within the area. -Checks and evaluates equipment to ensure adequate performance and general safety on a daily basis. -Manages digital archiving system ensuring safe storage of patient images and reports. -Promptly notifies appropriate personnel and removes any malfunctioning equipment. -Promptly reports any equipment or supply malfunction or defective status so that proactive steps may be taken to ensure patient safety. -Demonstration of knowledge and ability to trouble-shoot and/or problem-solve any equipment within the area. -Demonstrate the ability to query archived images from deep archive storage, as well as create CD's to facilitate transmission of patient information. -Provides care to the patient undergoing coronary invasive procedures in the Cath Lab through the use of guidelines, policies, procedures, and standards of care. -Report significant observations and reactions to appropriate personnel and document care provided.-Maintain a working knowledge of aseptic technique. -Assist in passing sterile guidewires, catheters, and other devices as required, using aseptic technique. -Prepare instruments for sterilization. -Suggest equipment of procedural changes required for the quality care of the patient. -Prepare sterile field. -Observes for deviation from proper aseptic technique by others then has it corrected. -Report significant observations to appropriate personnel and document observations and care provided. -Accurate interpretation of EKG and alerts physician of any irregular activity. null

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