Job Summary
Under the direction of a Cardiologist, independently performs radiographic procedures at a technical level in the Cardiac Catheterization Lab. Assists the Cardiologist in performing diagnostic as well as interventional procedures for the heart. The two Cath Lab Tech positions are: (1) Monitor, and (2) Scrub.
The monitor is in the control room during the procedure monitoring the vital signs before during and after the procedure, documenting everything that is done during the procedure (i.e. when equipment goes into the patient and when it comes out of the patient. Also documenting what is implanted into the patient and making sure appropriate paper work is done that will go with the patient. Case monitors will also assist in transport when available and well as prepping the patient and cleaning the room post case.
The scrub is in the room scrubbed into the case with the doctor in a sterile fashion. The scrub runs the x-ray equipment during the procedure with includes panning the table during image acquisition, moving the C-arm to various angles, switching in and out of different X-ray modes required for various studies. The scrub is also in charge or running the Acist power injector and has to maintain the knowledge of how to use various other equipment during procedure safely and effectively.
Education
| (I) On-The-Job Training (2140) | ||
| Education Type | Program of Study | Required/Preferred |
| High School Diploma or G.E.D. | N/A | Required |
or
| (II) RT, R (2141) | ||
| Education Type | Program of Study | Required/Preferred |
| High School Diploma or G.E.D. | N/A | Required |
| Graduate of an Approved Program | Radiology Technology | Required |
or
| (III) RCIS (2142) | ||
| Education Type | Program of Study | Required/Preferred |
| High School Diploma or G.E.D. | N/A | Required |
| Program Approved by the Cardiovascular Credentialing International (“CCI”) for RCIS | Invasive Cardiovascular Technology or a Health Science | Required, if not RCIS Certified prior to July 1, 2013 |
| Experience |
Documentation of competency must be in education file for achievement of position; annual review of maintaining position will be performed by manager.
| Competency | Position |
| Completion of on the job training in Cath Lab | All |
| Tech is able to perform the primary duties of the position in the Cath Lab that they were hired to fill either as a scrub or monitor, on a daily basis unassisted and unsupervised. The Tech is also able to cover call for that position in a safe and reliable manner. | Level I |
| Tech is able to perform both the duties of the scrub or the monitor on a daily basis or whenever needed. The tech is also able to cover call for either of these positions in a safe and reliable manner on a regular or as needed basis. | Level II |
| Certification & Licensures |
| (I) On-The-Job Training (2140) |
| Certification/Licensure Type | Required/Preferred |
| Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification | Required, within 6 months of start date |
or
| (II) RT, R (2141) | |
| Certification/Licensure Type | Required/Preferred |
| Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification | Required, within 6 months of start date |
| Medical Radiologic Technologist (MRT) License from the State of Texas | Required |
| The American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (ARRT) Certification in a Specialized Area Related to Cath Lab | Required |
or
| (III) RSIC (2142) | |
| Certification/Licensure Type | Required/Preferred |
| Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification | Required, within 6 months of start date |
| Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist (RCIS) Certification | Required |
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