Cardiac Catheterization Lab Technician
Bricktown, New Jersey
Ocean Medical Center

Job Opportunity: Cath Lab Technician CWR

Location: Bricktown, New Jersey
Employment Type: Clinical-Allied
Contract Length: 14 weeks

Job Summary

• Ensure safe procedures in delivery of cardiac services to patients.
• Pass Monitor Technician Certification/Annual Telemetry Review.
• Use and maintain technical equipment including x-ray/film processing equipment.
• Identify equipment problems and safety hazards; initiate repairs.
• Understand and troubleshoot various Cardiac Catheterization Lab (CCL) systems.
• Maintain downtime logs and accurate procedural/technical records.
• Obtain, calculate, and analyze Hemodynamic data accurately.
• Assist in patient preparation and maintain patient comfort and safety during procedures.
• Educate patients on procedures before and after.
• Handle documentation including X-ray requisitions and film labels properly.
• Manage supplies, ensuring expiration dates are checked and par levels maintained.
• Prepare procedure room and lay out necessary supplies; maintain turnover time within 15 minutes.
• Scrub with cardiologists, demonstrating familiarity with their preferences.
• Maintain aseptic surgical technique and universal precautions during invasive procedures.
• Verify patient identification, consents, and low risk criteria.
• Follow policies for operation, troubleshooting, quality control, and archival systems.

Scrub Tech Skills Include:

• LHC, RHC, PTCA, STENT, PTCRA, PTMR, TEC

Required Qualifications

• Maintain IABP Certification.
• Pass Monitor Technician Certification/Annual Telemetry Review.

Experience Requirements

• Specialty: Cath Lab Technician
• Years of Experience: Not explicitly stated (assumed minimum based on role and certifications)
• Prior Travel Experience: Not required

Note: No specific education or additional certifications required beyond those listed.