Cardiac Cath Lab Tech II

Title: Cardiac Cath Lab Tech II
Location: Onsite – West Bloomfield, MI
Shift Hours
• 6:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Schedule Notes  
• Certs: ACLS, BCLS and RCIS or RCES or ARRT (CI or VI)  
• Minimum Exp: 3 years
Job Summary
The Cardiac Cath Lab Technician II supports diagnostic and interventional cardiac catheterization procedures by monitoring patients, recognizing and responding to cardiac rhythm abnormalities, preparing equipment and supplies, and assisting physicians throughout procedures. Demonstrates advanced knowledge of cardiac anatomy, physiology, pathology, ECG interpretation, hemodynamic monitoring, and cardiac medications. Also assists with staff orientation, training, and special projects as assigned.

Key Responsibilities

• Demonstrate knowledge of cardiac, vascular, respiratory, and renal physiology and pathology.

• Assist with orientation and training of Cath Lab staff.

• Support special projects and participate in relevant committees as assigned.

• Follow medical ethics and professional standards applicable to the Cardiac Cath Lab Technician II role.

• Interpret ECG waveforms and recognize abnormal patterns, including lethal arrhythmias.

• Recognize ECG changes associated with cardiac chamber enlargement and myocardial infarctions and respond appropriately using ACLS standards.

• Identify common cardiac pathologies, symptoms, and treatments.

• Demonstrate knowledge of cardiac medications, including generic and trade names, pharmacokinetics, indications, and dosages.

• Monitor and report abnormal laboratory values, including arterial blood gases, electrolytes, hemoglobin, BUN, and creatinine.

• Demonstrate competency in cardiopulmonary resuscitation and perform assigned responsibilities during cardiac arrest situations.

• Monitor diagnostic cardiac catheterization procedures and intervene appropriately during and after lethal arrhythmias.

• Identify coronary anatomy through cine angiographic projections.

• Identify cardiac pressure waveforms and communicate relevant findings to the Interventional Cardiologist.

• Calculate basic hemodynamic parameters using the recording computer.

• Record catheterization events accurately in the database system.

• Prepare required supplies and equipment and set up procedure tables for diagnostic cardiac catheterizations.

• Monitor patients safely during diagnostic heart catheterization procedures.

• Perform cardiac output, oxygen saturation, and Activated Clotting Time (ACT) measurements.

• Monitor percutaneous interventions and differentiate between PTCA, directional atherectomy, and mechanical rotational atherectomy.

• Demonstrate knowledge of extraction devices, including AngioJet, Rotablator, and laser revascularization devices.

• Explain indications and potential complications of thrombolytic therapy for acute myocardial infarction.

• Understand the benefits of intravascular ultrasound and Doppler velocimetry in angiographic imaging.

• Describe indications for electrophysiology testing, permanent pacemaker implantation, therapeutic ablation of dysrhythmias, and implantable cardioverter-defibrillators.

• Identify and operate the main components of the Cath Lab fluoroscopy system to support appropriate physician visibility during procedures.

Qualifications
Required

• Minimum of 3 years of relevant experience.

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.

• Graduate of an accredited Allied Health Sciences program, such as:

• Cardiovascular Technology

• Radiologic Technology

• Respiratory Therapy

• Exercise Science

• Cardiac or Vascular Sonography

• Equivalent academic program and experience

• Must hold one of the following credentials:

• Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist (RCIS), or

• Registered Cardiac Electrophysiology Specialist (RCES), or

• Radiologic Technologist (ARRT) with Cardiac Interventional (CI) or Vascular Interventional (VI) certification.

• Current BCLS certification.

• ACLS certification required within six months of hire.

• Strong ECG interpretation and cardiac rhythm recognition skills.

• Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented clinical environment.

• Strong communication, flexibility, initiative, and customer service skills.

Required Certification & Licensure

• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS).

• Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS).

• One of the following:

• RCIS certification.

• RCES certification.

• ARRT certification with CI or VI qualification.

Working Conditions
Position may be based in a hospital or ambulatory/mobile imaging setting. Exposure to radiation, high-voltage equipment, and infectious diseases is possible with appropriate safety precautions. Position may require assisting with patient transfers and moving equipment.
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