Cardiac Catheterization Technologist
Goldsboro, NC
Host Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

Job Opportunity: Cardiac Cath Specialist

Location: Goldsboro, North Carolina
Employment Type: Clinical-Allied
Contract Length: 14 weeks

Job Summary

• Assist physicians in obtaining digital radiographic images of the heart, peripheral vessels, and other required structures.
• Control radiographic equipment to acquire quality images and set x-ray acquisition parameters for cardiac and peripheral imaging.
• Practice radiation safety using distance and protective attire.
• Demonstrate expert knowledge in hemodynamics, diagnostic, interventional, and peripheral procedures, including devices and protocols.
• Prepare procedure rooms and equipment daily, perform quality controls, and manage inventory and supplies.
• Document patient data, procedure details, and complications accurately in various systems.
• Deliver pre-, during, and post-procedure patient care, maintaining sterile techniques.
• Operate, inspect, troubleshoot, and maintain cardiac catheterization lab equipment and devices (e.g., IVUS, Combo Map, ICE, HeartLab).
• May have lead worker responsibilities such as training staff and assigning work.
• Prioritize tasks to ensure efficient patient care and optimal outcomes.
• Ensure quality and accuracy of laboratory data and report variances to physicians.

Required Qualifications

Education and Licensure

• Valid Cath Lab Technologist license in North Carolina
• Graduation from a special procedures program or completion of a cardiac catheterization training course

Experience

• Minimum of 1 year experience as a Cath Lab Technologist, including experience within the last year
• Experience as a Cardiac Cath Technologist in diagnostic, interventional, and peripheral diagnostic/interventional procedures
• Experience as a Special Procedures Technologist or Technician

Certifications

• Certification through ARRT (Radiologic Technologist) or CCI (Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist - RCIS)

Experience

• No specific years of experience required are stated.

Prior Travel Experience

• Not required or specified.

Summary

This position is ideal for healthcare professionals with a background in radiologic sciences or nursing who have specialized training or certification in cardiac catheterization. The role involves technical expertise in imaging and equipment operation within a cardiac cath lab, patient care during procedures, and potential leadership duties. The contract length is approximately 14 weeks.