Cath Lab Technologist I

Job ID:

36462

Job Category:

Radiology & Imaging

Work Type:

Full Time

Work Schedule:

Days

Department:

Cardiac Laboratory

Facility:

MBMC Central MS

Location:

Jackson, MS

Overview

Job Summary

Assists in cardiovascular procedures in the Cardiac Cath and EP Lab by scrubbing, circulating, and monitoring under the supervision of the performing interventional cardiologist or electrophysiologist. Provides technical support in the diagnosis and treatment of heart and vascular disease.

Responsibilities

Demonstrates a thorough understanding of Cardiac Cath Lab/ EP Lab principals/theory and utilizes the

most appropriate technique and positioning for optimal procedures/treatments, as demonstrated by procedure/treatment results.

Develops appropriate procedure/treatment plan.

Implements procedure/treatment plan utilizing established hospital protocols/guidelines and

according to currentpetencies and scope of practice.

Completes documentation as required toply with hospital policies and procedures.

Maintains equipment, procedure/treatment rooms, and work areas in a neat and safe condition to

ensure the safety of patients and staff.

Participates in hospital and departmental Performance Improvement activities to ensure that

patient care is consistent with established standards.

Completes assigned goals.

Specifications

Experience

Minimum

Preferred

Minimum of 1 year Cardiac Cath or EP lab experience.

1 year Cardiac Cath or EP lab experience.

Education

Minimum Required

Graduate of an accredited Cardiovascular Associate's degree or accredited Surgical Technology program or accredited Radiology program

Preferred/Desired

Training

Minimum Required

Preferred/Desired

Special Skills

Minimum Required

Preferred/Desired

Licensure

Minimum Required

BLS Certification within 14 DAYS of HIRE; ACLS certification within 6 months of hire;

RCIS/RCES

certification or CST certification or ARRT(R)

Preferred/Desired