Catheterization Technologist

We're looking for a Registered Cath Lab Technologist (RCVT) for an immediate travel opening in Carbondale, IL.

The right Cath Lab Technologist should have 1 year of experience. Read below for more requirements.

Cath Lab technologists assist doctors during advanced diagnostic and interventional cardiac procedures such as cardiac catheterization, peripheral vascular procedures, and structural heart procedures in the Cardiac Cath Lab. Scrubbing, monitoring and assisting providers as requested.

As a Cath Lab Technologist you will be responsible for:

Preparing the Cardiac Lab procedure rooms by ensuring adequate stock is available and in working condition, including instrument sterilization if applicable.
Preparing patient and equipment for cardiac lab procedures by preparing site of entry, draping patient, arranging sterilized instruments and catheters, and calibrating and setting up pressure transducers and tubing.
Operating and ensuring the quality control of all equipment utilized in the cardiac cath lab. Knowledge of all related equipment within the laboratory.
Scrubbing in during procedures, assisting the physician in maneuvering catheters.
Obtaining and recording hemodynamic, electrical, and angiographic data by operating-hemodynamic and electrical amplifiers and digital and line fluoroscopic equipment.
Monitoring the patient's hemodynamic status during procedures in the cardiac cath lab.
Participating in life-saving measures such as defibrillation and cardiopulmonary resuscitation.
Cath Lab techs should be able to stand and walk for long periods of time, as well as bend, lean or stoop without difficulty.

Must have 1 year of experience. The Cardiovascular Technologist (RCVT) must have BLS, ACLS, AART and RCIS certification and state specific licensing when required.

Requirements*: ARRT (R), ARRT (VI), BLS, 3 Years

* Additional certifications may be required before beginning an assignment.

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