Cath Lab Technician
Job Description
The Cath Lab Technician / Special Procedures Technologist is responsible for assisting interdisciplinary teams during invasive cardiac catheterization, electrophysiology (EP), and specialized interventional radiology procedures. The role ensures the successful execution of hemodynamic tracking, sterile field setups, and advanced digital imaging manipulation while prioritizing patient safety, radiation shielding controls, and clinical efficiency.
Required Qualifications * Graduate of an accredited institutional radiologic technology or cardiovascular technology program.
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Active registration as a Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist (RCIS) via CCI, or ARRT certification in Radiography (R) with advanced interventional credentials.
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Valid medical imaging practitioner license within the state of Texas.
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Current Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) and BLS certifications.
Preferred Skills * Extensive command over cross-sectional vascular anatomy, fluoroscopic physics, and sterile scrubbing workflows.
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Calm demeanor and rapid diagnostic thinking under intense, high-acuity clinical environments.
Responsibilities Duties:
Key Responsibilities * Coordinate and execute specialized diagnostic and interventional imaging routines across cardiac cath and special procedure suites.
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Prepare and calibrate high-resolution fluoroscopic imaging systems, physiological monitors, and specialized surgical hardware prior to procedures.
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Monitor real-time intraoperative physiological telemetry and arterial pressure readouts, promptly addressing any variations.
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Coordinate with interventional cardiologists, radiologists, nurse circulators, and specialized device technicians.
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Maintain absolute compliance with radiation safety parameters (ALARA), meticulously tracking dosing exposures.
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Assist with sterile scrubbing, wire/catheter positioning, and inventory tracking for specialized cardiac/vascular hardware.