Cardiac Cath Lab Technologist
Chapel Hill, North Carolina
UNC Medical Center

Cardiac Cath Specialist

Location: Chapel Hill, North Carolina
Employment Type: Clinical-Allied
Shift: Days
Hours: 10 hours/day, 40 hours/week
Contract Length: 13 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 procedures.
• 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 according to regulations.
• Document patient data, procedure details, and complications accurately for patient records and quality improvement.
• Deliver pre-, during, and post-procedure patient care, including sterile technique maintenance and preparation of lines/devices for injectable fluids.
• Operate, inspect, troubleshoot, and maintain cardiac catheterization lab equipment and devices such as IVUS, Combo Map, ICE, HeartLab.
• May have lead worker responsibilities including staff training and work assignment.
• Prioritize tasks to ensure efficient patient care and optimal outcomes.
• Ensure quality and accuracy of laboratory data and report variances to physicians.

Required Qualifications

• Valid Cath Lab Technologist license in North Carolina
• Minimum of 2 years of experience as a Cath Lab Technologist, including experience within the last year
• Graduation from a special procedures program or completion of a cardiac catheterization training course
• Certification by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) or
• Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist (RCIS) certification through Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI)

Additional Information

• Work involves operating complex cardiac cath lab equipment and requires strong technical skills and knowledge of multiple procedures and protocols.
• Must be able to anticipate patient and physician needs and respond to changes in patient condition promptly.
• Ability to maintain sterile technique and ensure compliance with safety and regulatory standards is essential.

This position is ideal for healthcare professionals with specialized cardiac cath lab experience seeking a clinical allied role on a 13-week contract with day shifts.