Travel Cath Lab Technologist
Goldsboro, NC
Wellspring Nurse Source
4x10 hrs, Days

Job Summary

The Cardiac Cath Specialist assists physicians in obtaining digital radiographic images of the heart, peripheral vessels, and any other required structures.

Job Responsibilities

• Operate radiographic equipment to acquire quality images and pan the radiographic table for physician visibility of desired structures.
• Set x-ray acquisition parameters appropriately for cardiac and peripheral imaging.
• Practice radiation safety using distance and appropriate protective attire.
• Demonstrate knowledge of various procedures and techniques to meet comprehensive patient needs effectively.
• Anticipate patient and physician needs, alert the physician to changes in patient condition, and contribute to an organized and timely plan of care.
• Exhibit expert knowledge in hemodynamics, diagnostic, interventional, and peripheral procedures, including device usage and protocols.
• Perform daily room preparations, quality control checks, and maintain equipment readiness for procedures.
• Manage inventory and ensure adequate stock of supplies for routine case volumes.
• Document necessary data for patient records, reporting, charge entry, and image archiving.
• Retrieve stored information from various systems and verify data entry and accuracy.
• Provide pre-procedure, during-procedure, and post-procedure patient care, including the maintenance of documentation and data entry.
• Prepare scrub tables and patients for procedures while adhering to sterile techniques.
• Prepare lines and devices for the administration of injectable fluids, as well as inject drugs under physician supervision and insert IVs.
• Operate, inspect, troubleshoot, and perform routine maintenance on cardiac catheterization lab equipment.
• Initiate service requests for damaged or malfunctioning equipment as necessary.
• May train and educate staff, assign work to other specialists or staff, and prioritize tasks to ensure efficient patient care.
• Focus on quality and accuracy of recorded laboratory data, promptly addressing variances with the physician.

Required Skills & Experience

N/A

Preferred Skills & Experience

N/A

Education

Required Education

• Graduation from a Radiologic Science program accredited by the Committee on Allied Health and Accreditation.
• Graduation from a special procedures program.
• Graduation from an accredited school of professional nursing.
• Completion of a course training in cardiac catheterization (transcripts required).

Preferred Education

N/A

Required Certifications & Licensure

• Certification in Radiation Therapy or Radiology through ARRT.
• Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist (RCIS) certification through CCI.

Preferred Certifications & Licensure

N/A

Schedule Notes

Must have previous experience in one of the following specialties: Cardiac Cath Specialist, Cardiovascular Specialist, Diagnostic Cath Specialist, Interventional Cath Specialist, or Peripheral Diagnostic/Interventional Specialist. Previous experience with Epic is required.