Travel Cath Lab Technologist
Louisville, KY
LanceSoft
5x8 hrs, Days

Duties:

Job Summary: Operates all radiographic equipment in Cath Lab at a technical level under the direction of a cardiologist. Performs scrub assist role during invasive procedures. Records information, and evaluates patient’s response to cath and/or EP procedures Job Responsibilities: -Obtains a concise, complete medical history and physical assessment of each patient in a timely manner. -Performs time-out procedure, ensuring proper consent and H&P are present. -Counts according to policy with no deviations. -Prepares patient in a timely manner. - Uses and maintains proper sterile technique when assisting the scrub assist/physician. - Proficient in documentation within EMR to show patient’s progress and response to interventions in an efficient manner. - Documents charges and changes within EMR. -Delivers care in a cost-efficient manner by using sound decisions before opening supplies. -Performs proficiently all tasks and skills according to cath lab guidelines during all routine and emergency cases. -Identifies and documents basic arrhythmias. -Identifies and documents respiratory dysfunction. -Demonstrates knowledge and performance of pulse oximetry, cardiac monitoring and automatic blood pressure machine, recording equipment. -Demonstrates knowledge and performance of cardiac output, valve area and shunt calculations.

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Skills:

Required Skills & Experience: -No experience required Preferred Skills & Experience: -N/A

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Education:

Required Education: -Associates in Radiology Technology Preferred Education: -N/A Required Certifications & Licensure: -Unrestricted Radiologic Technologist license in the state -Registered with ARRT and licensed through the Kentucky Board of Medical Imaging and Radiation Therapy (KBMIRT) -BLS -ACLS Preferred Certifications & Licensure: -N/A