Cardiac Cath Lab Specialist II CL

About the role

The Cardiac Catheterization Lab Specialist II provides direct patient care in the cardiac catheterization setting, supporting procedures through equipment maintenance and hygiene. They assess patients' medical history and current condition, operate specialized equipment, and monitor patients during procedures to ensure safety and successful outcomes. The role involves maintaining a safe environment by adhering to universal precautions and using personal protective equipment. They collaborate with healthcare professionals to facilitate procedures, provide patient education, and support patients pre-, intra-, and post-procedure. The position requires ongoing professional development and mentorship to stay current with advancements.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care in the cardiac catheterization setting, supporting procedures through equipment maintenance and hygiene.
• Assess patients' medical history and current condition.
• Operate specialized equipment.
• Monitor patients during procedures to ensure safety and successful outcomes.
• Maintain a safe environment by adhering to universal precautions and using personal protective equipment.
• Collaborate with healthcare professionals to facilitate procedures.
• Provide patient education.
• Support patients pre-, intra-, and post-procedure.
• Engage in ongoing professional development and mentorship to stay current with advancements.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in Hospital Administration or related health field.
• 1‑2 years of radiology or paramedic experience, or >2 years in critical care or emergency nursing.
• Required certifications: unencumbered radiology or respiratory licensure, cardiovascular technology program completion, or paramedic certification.
• Preferred: Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist credential, to be obtained within 3‑24 months.
• BLS certification required.
• Commitment to professional growth.