Travel Cath Lab Technologist - $2,746 per week

Wellspring Nurse Source is seeking a travel Cath Lab Technologist for a travel job in San Marcos, Texas.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Cath Lab Technologist
• Discipline: Allied Health Professional
• Start Date: ASAP
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Catheterization Laboratory Technologist II Summary:

The Catheterization Laboratory Technologist II is a seasoned member of the catheterization lab team, skilled in assisting with a diverse range of diagnostic and interventional cardiac procedures. This role entails careful preparation of the lab, as well as managing equipment and supplies, ensuring meticulous patient documentation, and maintaining a strict sterile technique throughout procedures. The Technologist II also acts as a resource and mentor for junior technicians and technologists, sharing knowledge in advanced techniques and technologies while upholding high standards of patient safety and operational efficiency.

Responsibilities:

• Meets expectations of the relevant competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders.
• Promotes principles of holistic care and respect for human life.
• Ensures major equipment is operational in assigned areas and documents for quality control; addresses issues through appropriate channels.
• Participates in daily room checks and replenishes supplies as needed.
• Accesses patient schedules and necessary information for assigned procedures.
• Ensures all procedures are adequately equipped with necessary supplies and properly configured rooms.
• Collaborates with the procedure team to deliver appropriate patient care and maintain departmental efficiency.
• Records patient information in cath lab computer and imaging systems accurately.
• Documents procedures, hemodynamic measurements, and ECG readings during procedures.
• Secures and positions patients safely on the procedure table based on procedure type.
• Trains and certifies staff to set up and operate cath lab equipment.
• Supports and anticipates the needs of physicians during procedures while ensuring patient safety.
• Maintains aseptic technique rigorously during procedures and acts immediately upon identifying breaches.
• Adheres to policies related to patient safety, privacy, infection control, and communication.
• Engages with team members to share knowledge and facilitate teamwork.
• Assists with patient transport as necessary.
• Maintains proficiency in access site management.
• Acts as a radiation safety representative during imaging procedures.
• Complies with attendance policies and productivity standards.
• Supports departmental commitment to safety and customer service.
• Follows the established dress code and professional standards.
• Upholds the organization's mission and values.
• Supports unit-based councils and process improvement initiatives.
• Acts as a mentor to junior staff and serves as a resource for advanced procedures and technology.

Job Requirements:

Education/Skills

• Associate’s degree in cardiovascular technology, radiologic technology, or a healthcare-related field preferred.

Experience

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in Diagnostic, Interventional Radiology, or Cath/EP Lab required.

Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications

• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required (AHA only).
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification required (AHA only).
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification required for independent work at pediatric facilities (AHA only).
• One of the following certifications required:
  • Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist (RCIS) by CCI
  • Registered Cardiac Electrophysiology Specialist (RCES) by CCI
  • Registered Cardiac Sonographer (RCS) by CCI
  • Radiography (R) by ARRT
  • Cardiac Interventional Radiography (CI) by ARRT
  • Cardiovascular Interventional Radiography (CV) by ARRT
  • Vascular Interventional Radiography (VI) by ARRT
  • Abdomen (AB) RDMS by ARDMS
  • Obstetrics & Gynecology (OB/GYN) RDMS by ARDMS
  • Adult Echocardiography (AE) RDCS by ARDMS
  • Registered Vascular Technologist (RVT

Wellspring Nurse Source Job ID #37879883. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Allied Cath Lab Technologist

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