Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory Technician-Cardiopulmonary Lab

Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory Technician Qualifications Degree/Education (5.2.4): Completion of an accredited Registered Cardiovascular Technician Certification (RCVT) program. Certifications in addition to Basic Life Support (5.2.3): BLS is required. The HCW shall hold and maintain Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) . Certification must be through either client or American Heart Association guidelines. Members must present proof of current certification(s) through client or American Heart Association to be presented on first day of work. Computer-based training does not constitute fulfilling the training requirements. Must maintain currency at NO cost to the government. Experience: The technologist must have a minimum of six (4) years professional Cardiac Catheterization experience. The technician must have worked full time (greater than 36hrs/week) as a professional Cardiac Catheterization Technician for at least 48 months in the last 60 months. Board Certification (5.2.6.4.4): None Licensure/Registration: None Roles and Responsibilities:- Provide clinical assistance in the cardiac catheterization lab, Interventional radiology cath lab, or vascular surgery angiography-based procedures. Set up the lab for all procedures. Must be able to stand while wearing up to 25 pounds of PPE for up to 4 hours or more . ssist the cardiologist during procedures. Provide assistance in other cardiopulmonary service areas at the discretion of the Cardiology Medical Director. Educate and train new cardiac catheterization lab, Interventional radiology cath lab, or vascular surgery technicians. Maintain cardiac catheterization lab supplies and if needed, assist Interventional radiology cath lab, or vascular surgery with their supplies. ssist with ordering and maintaining supplies for the cardio service. Ensure all equipment is properly cleaned and stored at the end of each work shift. Ensure preventive maintenance and routine cleaning are performed as directed. Ensure a safe work environment and employee safe work habits. Provide patients with the utmost care and attention. All patients shall be assured of their privacy and personal dignity. Prepare all documentation to meet or exceed established standards of the MTF, to include, but not limited to, timeliness, accuracy, content and signature. Only MTF and Air Force-approved abbreviations shall be used for documentation of the patient health record. ssess patients' conditions for potential or life-threatening crises. Distinguish between normal and abnormal physical findings (from physical assessment and vital sign assessment). Assist with planning appropriate care. Notify physician if needed and carry out appropriate interventions as ordered and to level of scope/training. Conducts preoperative and postoperative visits as needed. Discusses Cardiac Catheterization and diagnostic cardiac testing procedures with patients and informs them of what to expect during procedures. Consults with the physician performing the procedure and establishes priorities of care for each patient. Excellent written communication skills to perform accurate documentation, both written and electronic, of all activity in accordance with requirements. Prepares all documentation to meet or exceed established standards of the MTF, to include, but not limited to, timeliness, accuracy, content and signature. Only MTF and Air Force-approved abbreviations shall be used for documentation of the patient health record. Establishes and/or utilizes a checklist to monitor the physical plan of the cardiac catheterization lab, Interventional radiology cath lab, or vascular surgery and equipment for conformity to all national standards for ensuring safety for the patient and all personnel. Carry out prescribed physician orders and document in patient medical record. Demonstrates proper preparation of patients for treatments and procedures, to include interventions. Possess knowledge of a variety of pharmacological agents used in treatment of patients, the desired effects, side effects, complications and usual dosage of their use as well as the accurate administration of the pharmacologic agent, including dosage calculations as required. Prepares prescribed medications to include multiple medication drips and intravenous push drugs (e.g., sedatives, narcotics, vasoactive medications, neuromuscular blockades, antidysrhythmics, antihypertensives, thrombolytics, and emergency drugs) for the cardiologist. ssess and document patient response to medications administered and intervene if desired response is not achieved. Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory Technician may be assigned to serve as "shift lead tech" who is responsible for ensuring housekeeping of cath lab is done for the regular duty shift. Housekeeping responsibilities would include daily tasks such as crash cart checks, room temperature checks, ensuring any equipment or supplies are adequate. Cardiac Cath Lab Shift lead tech of the day would work alongside the Cardiac Cath Lab charge nurse of the day (or the shift) and must report any housekeeping questions, issues, concerns to the Cardiac Cath Lab Officer In Charge or the FRED. Float to other areas of the MTF, within their scope of practice, for miscellaneous duties, as directed by Cath Lab leadership, Flight Commander, or MDG Commander.

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