Cath Lab Technician

Overview

To perform operations of the radiological equipment and cath lab procedure equipment with expertise and safety, to assist with the care of patients in the cath lab and perform the necessary documentation regarding the patients cardiac procedure(s).

Responsibilities

Operation of radiologic equipment, demonstrating knowledge, and application of scientific principles of radiologic technology.

Utilizes knowledge of sterile and aseptic technique in assisting with procedure preparation.

Assist in preparation of patients for all procedures including setting up sterile trays; cross trains to scrub role and assist physician, when needed.

Assists in performance improvement (PI) activities by serving on PI teams as warranted, assisting with PI measures and supporting and implementing changes necessary for improvement.

Performs responsibilities related to departmental charging of procedures and supplies.

Assist with other achieving duties.

Assist with transportation of patients as needed.

Participates in direct patient care; is observant of symptoms and reactions of patients and takes appropriate action as changes occur.

Assist with emergency measures for sudden adverse developments in patients such as cardiac arrest.

Attends in service programs, required training/education and unit/department/service meetings.

Aware of radiologic and other safety precautions and needs as they relate to the age of the patient.  Specific ages are: adult and geriatric.

DCH Standards:

• Maintains performance, patient and employee satisfaction and financial standards as outlined in the performance evaluation.
• Performs compliance requirements as outlined in the Employee Handbook
• Must adhere to the DCH Behavioral Standards including creating positive relationships with patients/families, coworkers, colleagues and with self.
• Requires use of electronic mail, time and attendance software, learning management software and intranet.
• Must adhere to all DCH Health System policies and procedures.
• All other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Radiologic Technologist licensed by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists. 
• Must cross train to the scrub position. 
• Takes 3-11, 11-7, weekend, and holiday call. 
• Must be able to respond within 20 minutes of a call-out.
• Must be able to read, write legibly, speak and comprehend English.

Working Conditions

Work Context

Physical:

• Ability to tolerate prolonged periods of standing and walking. 
• Ability to lift and carry 50 pounds with frequent lifting and/or carrying of objects weighing up to 25 pounds.
• Able to push stretcher/wheelchair with average adult patient. 
• Able to do frequent stooping and on occasion crouching, crawling, or kneeling. 
• Ability to reach reasonable distances in any direction. 
• Ability to run in emergency situations. 
• Must be able to move fingers in a coordinated manner.
•  Must have ability to feel and perceive temperature, texture, shape and size with fingertips.
• Physical presence onsite is essential. 
• Hearing and vision must be normal or corrected to within normal range. 
• Able to perform the duties with or without reasonable accommodation. 

Environmental:

• Includes exposure to human body fluids, disease, infection, lab chemicals and hazard material.
• Requires wearing common protective or safety equipment.

Medium Work Load:

• This position requires contact with others including the patients, physicians, coworkers, team members and visitors.
• There may be times when there is interaction with another person that may be angry or aggressive and help to solve the situation may require requesting assistance of a more qualified individual.
• Communication may come in the form of electronic mail, face to face, telephone or letters/memos.
• This individual may be responsible as a team member to answer the department telephone and work in groups or teams.