Cardiac Cath Lab Tech II

Schedule

They will work 6:30 AM to 5:00 PM four days during the week, with on-call requirements of roughly four weeknight shifts and one weekend shift per month.

Assignment Duration

This is a 13-week contract position.

Job Description

The Cardiac Cath Lab Tech II demonstrates a thorough understanding of cardiac, vascular, respiratory, and renal physiology and pathology. This role assists with the orientation and training of Cath Lab staff and is responsible for special projects, including participation in relevant committees. Adhering to the principles of medical ethics, the Cath Lab Tech II recognizes and interprets ECG changes, responds appropriately to lethal arrhythmias, and monitors diagnostic cardiac catheter procedures.

Responsibilities

• Recognize ECG waveform morphology and their significance.
• Document medications accurately and understand pharmacokinetics actions related to cardiac and vascular functions.
• Alert physicians to abnormalities in clinical laboratory values.
• Perform cardiopulmonary resuscitation according to ACLS standards.
• Monitor and record catheterization events and calculate basic hemodynamic parameters.
• Provide necessary supplies and set up for diagnostic cardiac catheterizations.
• Differentiate between types of percutaneous interventions and understand extraction devices.
• Explain indications and potential complications of thrombolytic therapy for acute myocardial infarction.
• Identify main components of Cath Lab fluoroscopy systems to ensure proper visibility for procedures.

Required Experience / Certifications / Licensure

• Minimum of 1-2 years of experience in a Cath/EP lab.
• RCIS or RCES licensure is preferred; ARRT licensure is acceptable with scrub experience in Cath Lab.
• ACLS and BLS certifications required.
• Knowledge of the Merge Hemo documentation system preferred.

Why ARMStaffing?

At ARMStaffing, we take care of our employees! We offer:

• Health Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and more
• Onboarding Made Easy: We handle physicals, titers, and more so you can focus on care
• Clinical Support: In-house clinical team available to assist and advocate
• 401k Retirement Plan: Eligible after waiting period; 4% match with 5% contribution
• Recruiter Matching: Get paired with a recruiter based on your location and specialty
• Extras: Travel reimbursement, housing allowance, meals, referral bonuses, and more

We're not the only ones who think ARMStaffing should be your first choice. Here’s why:

• SIA’s Top-50 Fastest Growing Healthcare Staffing Firms – 2019
• SIA’s Largest Healthcare Staffing Agencies in the U.S. – 2023
• Top Workplace in the Lehigh Valley – 2022, 2023
• Perfect scores for 'Name, Not a Number' and 'Recruiters' Personalities' on Highway Hypodermics
• We've earned The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval for healthcare staffing 15 years strong and counting!

Contract & local rates may vary based on location and applicant residency. Ask your ARMStaffing recruiter for details!