Cardiac Catheterization Technologist performs diagnostic and interventional cardiac catheterizations and other related procedures. Inserts small catheters through a needle into the blood vessels and into the heart so that X-rays, angiograms and other recordings can be taken to determine the heart's structure and function. Being a Cardiac Catheterization Technologist assist physicians with patient monitoring during surgery or procedures. Documents evaluation results, progress reports, treatment plans and other data using appropriate formats and systems. Additionally, Cardiac Catheterization Technologist some positions may require additional certifications such as: Registered Cardiac Electrophysiology Specialist (RCES). Requires an associate degree. Requires Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS). Requires Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist (RCIS). Typically requires State License. Typically reports to a manager. Cardiac Catheterization Technologist's years of experience requirement may be unspecified. Certification and/or licensing in the position's specialty is the main requirement. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
REQUIRED EDUCATION/ EXPERIENCE:
Associates degree and ARRTR registered with one year of procedural area experience and Certified as a Medical Radiologic Technologist by the Texas Department of Health.
Cardiac Cath and Interventional Radiology experience preferred.
JOB SUMMARY:
To provide competent patient care and technical skills in the operation of Cardiac Catheterization (Cardiac Cath) and Electrophysiology (EP) procedures and equipment.
Assist in cardiac catheterization as well as electrophysiology, vascular and interventional procedures.
Competently performs emergency procedures associated with catheterization procedure.
Follow established standards and practices under the direction of a credentialed invasive cardiologist or electrophysiologist.
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