Cardiac Catheterization Technologist
Grand Junction, Colorado
Community Hospital

Cardiac Catheterization Technologist (Contract)

Location: Grand Junction, Colorado
Employment Type: Contract
Contract Length: 16 weeks
Schedule: Monday through Friday, approximately 36 hours per week
Call: No call requirements
Shift: Variable hours based on procedural volume and department needs

Job Summary

Assist physicians and clinical staff in performing diagnostic and interventional cardiovascular procedures in a cardiac catheterization lab. Responsibilities include preparing patients and equipment, maintaining sterile technique, operating specialized imaging and monitoring equipment, and ensuring patient safety throughout procedures.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare procedure rooms, equipment, and supplies for cardiac catheterization procedures
• Assist physicians during diagnostic and interventional cardiovascular procedures
• Operate fluoroscopy and hemodynamic monitoring equipment
• Maintain sterile technique and comply with infection prevention standards
• Monitor patient status and communicate changes to the clinical team
• Document procedural information accurately and completely
• Assist with patient transport, positioning, and post-procedure care as needed
• Participate in quality and patient safety initiatives
• Maintain equipment and report operational concerns promptly

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year of recent experience as a Cath Lab Technologist within the last year
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
• Current Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification
• Current Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist (RCIS) certification

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification preferred

Skills and Abilities

• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to patient safety
• Ability to prioritize tasks and adapt to changing procedural schedules
• Proficiency with cardiac catheterization equipment and electronic documentation systems
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced procedural environment
• Commitment to providing compassionate, high-quality patient care

Additional Information

• Work environment is collaborative and patient-focused
• Opportunity to contribute to a respected cardiovascular program
• Predictable weekday schedule with no call responsibilities