Cardiac Catheterization Specialist

Assists in performing diagnostic and interventional cardiovascular procedures, including coronary angiography, pacemaker implantation, and aortic stenosis studies.

• Positions patients and selects exposure factors accurately.
• Utilizes radiation protection and safety standards, applying the ALARA principle to minimize exposure to patients, self, and others.
• Assists physicians in imaging procedures, including preparing and administering contrast media and medications within accepted scope of practice and regulations.
• Documents evaluation results, progress reports, treatment plans, and other data using appropriate formats and systems.
• Calculates hemodynamic or physiologic values and records waveforms for patient records.
• Assists physicians in performing common catheterization interventions, including stent placements, balloon angioplasties, and electrophysiology tests.
• Operates intracardiac or intravascular ultrasound equipment, fluoroscopy equipment, or other imaging systems.
• Inserts venous and arterial catheters and wires through a needle into the blood vessels and into the heart for X-ray, angiogram, and other recordings.

• Associate's degree or higher in Science required upon hire.
• RT(R) - Registered as a Radiological Technologist in Radiology required upon hire.
• ROC - Radiation Operator Certification in the state of Kentucky required upon hire.
• BLS - Certified as a Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider required within 90 days of employment.
• ACLS - Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support Healthcare Provider required within 90 days of employment.

• Critical thinking skills and decisive judgment.
• Ability to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.

• Frequently standing, walking, and pushing/pulling 0-25 lbs.
• Occasionally sitting, lifting 25-75 lbs, and carrying 0-25 lbs.
• Rarely lifting over 75 lbs, carrying 25-75 lbs, and pushing/pulling over 75 lbs.

• INTEGRITY - Conducting ourselves with a high level of responsibility, reliability, and honesty.
• RESPECT - Valuing and accepting the unique talents and contributions of every patient, customer, and team member.
• TEAMWORK - Building a spirit of connectivity and fellowship to overcome obstacles and celebrate accomplishments.
• INNOVATION - Fostering original ideas and creative solutions to improve daily work and promote the mission of Owensboro Health.
• SERVICE - Focusing on service to patients, customers, and team members by anticipating their needs and continually improving the quality of everything we do.
• EXCELLENCE - Reaching beyond basic expectations to expand knowledge and awareness, produce exceptional work, and provide outstanding service.