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A Cardiovascular Interventional Technologist specializing in catheters and invasive procedures is sought to join the healthcare team in a clinical setting. The role involves assisting cardiologists with complex invasive procedures such as right heart monitoring, myoendocardial biopsies, left heart catheterizations, and interventional procedures, ensuring patient safety and procedural accuracy. Job Details Position: Cardiac Catheterization Lab Technologist Specialty: Cardiac Cath Lab Technologist
Days shift, 8 hours per shift, Minimum 40 hours per week Required
Completion of an accredited technical program; Associate's Degree or Bachelor's Degree in Science preferred; 2 years of experience in a related role.
Assist cardiologists during invasive procedures including right heart monitoring, myoendocardial biopsies, left heart catherizations, and interventional procedures. Enter patient information into the Cath Lab computer system, monitor patient throughout procedures, and document all parts of procedures in the hemodynamic system. Monitor patients before and after procedures, communicating vital signs such as blood pressure and heart rhythms to physicians.
Operate equipment appropriate for procedures including fluoroscopy equipment, film processors, defibrillators, monitoring devices, and interventional tools. Prepare trays and rooms for procedures, provide patient education, and explain procedures thoroughly. Support research patient data collection and communicate effectively with healthcare team members.
Aid in transporting patients to and from the Cath Lab. Perform additional duties as assigned in alignment with organizational competencies and behaviors. Benefits The benefits of taking a travel assignment with Cross Country include: Private housing or generous housing allowance Comprehensive health insurance with prescription coverage Dependent health insurance with prescription coverage Competitive salaries Referral bonuses Travel reimbursement 401(k) retirement plan Direct deposit/free checking Unlimited free CE credits
About the role
A Cardiovascular Interventional Technologist specializing in catheters and invasive procedures is sought to join the healthcare team in a clinical setting. The role involves assisting cardiologists with complex invasive procedures such as right heart monitoring, myoendocardial biopsies, left heart catheterizations, and interventional procedures, ensuring patient safety and procedural accuracy.