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Performs diversified technical and clinical responsibilities in the cardiac catheterization/electrophysiology laboratories.
Responsibilities
Prepares patients and supplies for cardiac catheterization procedures. Anticipate needs for the procedure based on patient
assessment, procedure performed and physician preference. (20%)
Documents and report all technical data during procedure. (20%)
Maintains sterile technique and field during procedures. (20%)
Interprets lethal arrhythmias and performs ACLS appropriately. (10%)
Be proficient in the use of all equipment in the EP lab area according to competencies. (20%)
Provide education to patient and families. (10%)
Covers for peers during vacation/illness, participates in training, attends staff meetings, and writes/reviews reports.
Performs all other duties as assigned by supervisor
Qualifications
Required Education High School Diploma/GED or Associate's Degree. Specific course work: Graduate of
Cardiovascular Program, or in lieu of degree have 5+ years experience in Invasive Cath labs. Preferred Education Graduate either/or RTR or CVT Program.Â
Necessary Skills •Use of good radiographic techniques to reduce radiation exposure to patient and personnel.
•Good communication skills.
•Knowledge of human anatomy and physiology (adult).
•Be able to use hospital computer system.
•Ability to prepare procedure tray/equipment and maintain sterility when scrubbing in surgical
procedures
•Knowledge of body techniques and ability to use good body mechanics.
•Ability to initiate appropriate patient charge.
•Proficiency in using EP lab equipment.
•Patient advocate skills.
Required
Licensure/Certifications
BLS from the American Heart Association
ACLS from the American Heart Association
Must meet one of the following requirements:
1. Be a Registered Radiologic Technologist, Registered Cardiac Electrophysiology Specialist
(RCES), or Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist (RCIS)
2. Have 5+ years Cath Lab/EP experience
3. New graduate who must obtain RCES/RCIS certification within 6 months of hire or transfer
into position.
Required Experience Less than one year knowledge of Cardiac Cath Labs or EP Labs, Computers, Patient Care
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