Travel Cath Lab Tech Cath Lab Tech — Alamogordo, NM — $2819 Est. Wkly - Alamogordo, NM

Quick Look

ARMStaffing is looking for a Catheterization Laboratory Technologist, Cardiac Cath Lab (Day Shift) in Alamogordo, New Mexico.

Location

Alamogordo, NM

Assignment Duration

This is a 13-week contract position.

Schedule/Shift

4 Days, 10 Hours per Day, from 06:00 to 17:00.

Job Description

The Catheterization Laboratory Technologist plays a vital role in cardiac catheterization procedures. This position requires the preparation of the lab, operation of essential equipment, including fluoroimaging and digital image acquisition, and ensuring accurate documentation of patient information and hemodynamic measurements. The Technologist adheres to stringent aseptic techniques and patient safety standards while actively collaborating with the medical team to optimize patient care and departmental efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Ensure major equipment is operational, documenting and reporting any issues as required.
• Participate in daily room checks and stocking supplies.
• Access daily patient schedules and relevant patient information for assigned procedures.
• Ensure proper room configuration and equipment for all procedures.
• Input accurate patient information into the cath lab computer and imaging systems.
• Document procedures and hemodynamic measurements, and recognize ECG during assigned procedures.
• Maintain proper patient positioning and security during procedures.
• Provide assistance and anticipate physician needs during procedures, ensuring patient safety.
• Adhere to aseptic techniques and organizational policies regarding patient safety and privacy.
• Collaborate with the team to share and gain knowledge to foster teamwork.
• Act as a radiation safety representative during X-ray usage.
• Perform fluoroimaging and digital image acquisition as required by the physician.
• Support department commitment to customer service and Zero Harm.

Required Experience

0-1 year of experience in an acute care setting preferred.

Certifications/Licensure

• BLS certification (AHA only) required.
• ACLS certification (AHA only) required.
• One of the following certifications is preferred:
• Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist (RCIS) by CCI
• Registered Cardiac Electrophysiology Specialist (RCES) by CCI
• Registered Cardiac Sonographer (RCS) by CCI
• Radiography (R) by ARRT
• Cardiac Interventional Radiography (CI) by ARRT
• Cardiovascular Interventional Radiography (CV) by ARRT
• Vascular Interventional Radiography (VI) by ARRT
• Abdomen (AB) RDMS by ARDMS
• Obstetrics & Gynecology (OB/GYN) RDMS by ARDMS
• Adult Echocardiography (AE) RDCS by ARDMS
• Registered Vascular Technologist (RVT) by ARDMS
• State lic