Cath Lab Tech
Company: SSM Health
Location: Saint Louis
Posted on: February 2, 2025
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Job Description:
It's more than a career, it's a calling
MO-SSM Health Saint Louis University Hospital 1201 Grand
Worker Type:
Regular
Job Highlights:
Department: Cardiac Catheterization Lab
Sign On Bonus: $20,000 with > 1 years experience, $15,000
with
Schedule: 5-8's or 4-10's
Pay Range starts at: $30.91/hour
Shift Differentials: Available for night, weekend, and additional
shifts
Location: St. Louis University Hospital
ARRT or RCIS/CCI credential for Cath lab required.
Relocation assistance is available for those outside of metro St.
Louis
The Cardiac Cath Department at Saint Louis University Hospital
takes pride in the excellent team we have and the care we provide
at our Level 1 Trauma Center. You will have the opportunity to work
with cutting edge technology and research in multiple areas
including coronary Intervention, structural heart procedures and
Electrophysiology procedures. At Saint Louis University hospital,
you will work with world renown physicians on new procedure
studies, that will have major impact on patient outcomes. Because
of the specialized procedures we do you will be able to work in
multiple different roles that will make you adaptable to different
situations. You will be joining a proud team of physicians, nurses
and radiation technologists that have one common goal of providing
excellent patient care to a diverse population. Some of the
procedures are Impellas, ECMO, IABP, Structural Heart, Diag
coronaries, TAVR's, STEMI, mitral clips, watchman, PCI's, Atrectomy
with laser, CSI and Rotas, EP- packmakers- leadless, BIV/ICDS,
ablations for SVT and Afib, lead extractions and reimplants. We are
involved in international studies Summit Trial (Tendyne) and
Protect 4.
SLU Hospital is an academic institute as well as a Level 1 Trauma
facility that offers exceptional pay, benefits, tuition
reimbursement, pet insurance, matching retirement funds, and more!
If you would like to be a part of this team, please submit your
application today!
Sign-on Bonus paid IN FULL on 1st paycheck. Qualified external
candidates only
Call : Cath Lab 8-9 days of call per month must be onsite within 30
minutes
Job Summary:
The Cardiology Tech in the Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory
performs tasks that provide technical support during invasive
cardiovascular procedures while also providing basic patient care
to all types of patients under the direction and supervision of the
professional nurse. Cardiology Tech assists in maintaining order
and cleanliness of the department.
Job Responsibilities and Requirements:
POSITION ACCOUNTABILITIES AND PERFORMANCE CRITERIA (Percent of
Time)
Essential Functions: The following are essential job
accountabilities and performance criteria:
1. General Patient Care: Performs general patient care as it
relates to the patient's physical needs under the direction of the
RN. (1, 3, 5, 6) 25%
Criteria
A. Follows established policies and procedures if providing direct
patient care.
B. Initiates and plans for provision of patient comfort and hygiene
measures.
C. Makes frequent rounds on all patients noting condition,
requests, and environment.
D. Performs EKG.
E. Assist with admission, discharge and transfer of patients.
F. Assists nurses and physicians with procedure.
G. Prepares rooms prior to and following cases.
H. Applies sterile drapes and prepares equipment prior to start of
procedure.
I) Documents an appropriate patient history containing pertinent
patient information regarding their condition and including patient
limitations into computerized Cath lab charting system under the
RN's direction.
2. Technical Support: Performs technical support during
catheterization procedure. Circulates in the procedure rooms, scrub
assist during procedure. Initiates appropriate action in regard to
supplies and equipment. (1, 3, 5, 6, 8) 25%
Criteria
A. Accurately connects patients to EKG monitors.
B. Establishes arterial/venous line set-up prior to procedure.
C. Operates equipment necessary and demonstrates proficiency.
Criteria
A. Assesses groin site and peripheral pulses.
B. Checks vital signs prior to sheath removal.
C. Compresses artery and/or vein for prescribed length of time.
D. Assesses site after homeostasis is obtained.
E. Gives patient instructions regarding post-procedural
activity.
4. Assists Operations Coordinator as needed on inventory/supply
maintenance. (2, 6) 5%
Criteria
A. Order supplies from Central Service as directed.
B. Sends clean supplies for sterilization as needed.
C. Assists with inventory counting.
5. Communication: Communicates effectively on behalf of patients
and/or unit concerns to the appropriate people. (5, 6) 5%
Criteria
A. Obtains patient care instructions from professional nurse and
informs nurse of changes in patient's condition.
B. Documents all procedures concisely and legibly on chart forms
according to chart form guidelines.
C. Answers the telephone by identifying the unit and self in a
courteous manner.
D. Directs prompt and courteous attention to the needs of patients,
families, visitors, and physicians.
6. Safety/Infection Control: Practices according to safety and
infection control policies. (1, 3, 5, 6, 7, 8) 5%
Criteria
A. Practices universal precautions and disposes of hazardous wastes
per established guidelines.
B. Maintains a safe, clean, comfortable and therapeutic environment
for patients/families/employees in accordance with hospital
standards.
1. Maintains clutter free environment.
2. Keeps conversations and background noise to a minimum.
3. Adheres to dress code.
C. Reports risk management concerns.
D. Assumes responsibility for completing all annual mandatory
requirements as assigned by SSM Health Saint Louis University
Hospital .
E. All patients are to be properly identified by checking the
patient armband. In areas that do not utilize armbands, two unique
identifiers should be used to verify identification of the patient.
Example: ask name, date of birth, etc.
F. Cleans procedure room between patients (mops floor, empties
trash, etc.).
7. Communication: Communicates effectively on behalf of patients
and/or unit concerns to the appropriate persons. 5%
Criteria
A. Obtains reports from professional nurse and informs nurse of
changes in patient's condition.
B. Documents all procedures concisely and legibly on chart forms
according to chart form guidelines.
C. Answers the telephone by identifying the unit and self in
courteous manner.
D. Directs prompt and courteous attention to the needs of patients,
families, visitors and physicians.
8. Service Standards: Provides service excellence to the customers
of Saint Louis University Hospital by delivering timely, high
quality care in a courteous and respectful manner. (1, 3, 6) 5%
Criteria
A. Demonstrates care and courtesy
1. Provides prompt, respectful, and courteous service.
2. Meets physical, spiritual, psychological, and emotional needs of
patients and families.
3. Demonstrates ability to relate to coworkers in a professional
and respectful manner, to assure and promote a culture of
safety.
B. Communicates effectively and maintains confidentiality
1. Listens to patient/family concerns and addresses needs.
2. Explains procedures and all education in a manner that patient
and family understand.
3. Allows time for questions.
C. Demonstrates competence and collaboration
1. Provides quality care in accordance to standards.
2. Assist with other departments to facilitate workflow and
continuity.
3. Provides cost effective services.
4. Uses resources wisely.
5. Recommends changes in practice that increase efficiency and
minimize waste.
9. Personal Accountability: Demonstrates accountability for own job
performance. (1, 3) 5%
Criteria
A. Acknowledges authority, responding appropriately to supervisors'
directions.
B. Participates in additional learning experience to increase
competence, including:
1. Staff meetings
2. Mandatory in-services and other educational programs
C. Assumes responsibility for completing all annual mandatory
requirements:
D. Is at work as scheduled and begins duties promptly at start of
shift.
E. Functions as a resource person to co-workers, patients/families,
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