WVU – Cath Lab / Interventional Radiology (IR)
Cost Center: 133
Position Requirements & Submission Guidelines
- Driver’s license address must be more than 50 miles from the facility.
- Previous permanent employees must have been separated from WVU for at least 2 years.
- Previous travelers who worked at WVU for 1 full year must be gone for at least 2 years.
- Individual unit requirements listed in Pulse apply.
- Travel teams must be submitted together in one email.
- Maximum of 2 candidates per opening. If an opening reaches capacity, submissions will be held until a spot becomes available.
Required with EVERY Submission:
- Unexpired copy of the candidate’s driver's license.
- All background hits must be disclosed at the time of submission.
COVID Vaccination Requirement:
Fully vaccinated candidates must have either:
- 2 doses of Moderna or Pfizer, OR
- 1 dose of Johnson & Johnson.
Medical or religious exemptions are available. Candidates must complete the appropriate exemption form and email it to the address listed on the form. Exemptions should be submitted ASAP, as they must go through a council review for approval or denial.
Unit Overview
- Department: Cath Lab / Interventional Radiology
- Cost Center: 133
- Facilities: 7 suites/labs, including 2 cath labs (2 bays and 5 rooms).
- Average Cases: 4–5 per day (daily volume ranges from 2–9).
- Patient Population: Adult cardiac patients only.
- Cardiology Coverage: On-call 24/7.
- Team Structure: 3-person team (2 RNs and 1 Tech).
Required Experience & Certifications
Minimum Experience:
- Minimum of 2 years of Cath Lab experience.
Registered Nurses:
CV Invasive Radiology Technologists:
- BLS
- ACLS
- ARRT
- Active West Virginia license
Important: RCIS is NOT accepted for the CV Invasive Radiology Tech position. Due to WV requirements involving X-ray equipment, candidates must be Radiologic Technologists.
Schedule & Call Requirements
Regular Schedule:
- Monday–Friday
- 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM
Weekend Requirements (RNs & Techs):
- Saturday/Sunday
- 7:00 AM – 7:00 AM
Call Requirements (RNs & Techs):
- Monday–Friday, 3:30 PM – 7:00 AM
- Currently averaging approximately 15 call days per month.
- Call requirements are expected to decrease as permanent staff are added.
- Holidays are covered through call (7:00 AM – 7:00 AM).
Call Response Time: Same requirements for RNs and Techs.
Clinical Responsibilities & Equipment
- EMR: Epic (Cupid)
- Dynamics System: Xper
- Monitoring: Philips; unit is hardwired at the bedside.
- Vents: Managed by RT when needed; RT remains in the control room.
- Pharmacy: 24/7 Omnicell access. Some medications are mixed in the lab, while others are provided by Pharmacy per orientation guidelines.
- Scrubs Provided:
- RNs: Navy Blue
- Radiology Techs: Burgundy
Charge/Resource Nurse:
Responsible for daily workflow and assignments but may participate in cases as needed.
Cases & Procedures
Adult cardiac cases, including:
- Peripheral procedures
- Cardiac catheterizations
- PCI
- Pacemakers
- ICDs
- Device procedures
Not Performed:
Additional Support:
- RT is called from the ICU if respiratory support is needed.
- Candidates may occasionally float to Non-Invasive CV to assist with starting IVs.
Orientation
- Two shifts with a preceptor.
- Typically followed by a buddy call for Cath Lab orientation.
Additional Skills / Experience Questions
Candidates should be asked:
- Are you familiar with the Acist automatic injector? (Preferred, but not a dealbreaker. Training is available.)
- Do you have experience with IABP (Intra-Aortic Balloon Pump)?
- Do you have experience with IVUS (Intravascular Ultrasound)?