Travel Interventional Cath Lab Technician

Travel Interventional Cath Lab Technician - $2,449 per week at Magnet Medical summary:
The Travel Interventional Cath Lab Technician supports electrophysiologists by preparing patients and specialized EP lab equipment, assisting during diagnostic and interventional cardiac electrophysiology procedures, and providing post-procedure care. The role involves monitoring patient vital signs, maintaining and troubleshooting equipment, and ensuring compliance with safety and infection control protocols. This position requires collaboration with healthcare teams, patient education, accurate documentation, and ongoing professional development in electrophysiology technologies and procedures.
Magnet Medical is seeking a travel Cath Lab Technologist for a travel job in Round Rock, Texas.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty:
Cath Lab Technologist

• Discipline:
Allied Health Professional

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Start Date:

• Duration: 13 weeks

• 40 hours per week

• Shift: 10 hours, days

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Employment Type:

Travel
An Electrophysiology (EP) Technologist works in a specialized clinical setting, assisting in the diagnosis and treatment of heart rhythm disorders (arrhythmias) through electrophysiology procedures. EP Techs play a crucial role in supporting electrophysiologists (cardiologists specializing in the heart's electrical system) during diagnostic tests such as electrophysiology studies (EPS) and catheter ablations. They are responsible for preparing patients, operating specialized equipment, and assisting in procedures to treat abnormal heart rhythms, ensuring patient safety and comfort.

Key Responsibilities:

• Pre-Procedure Preparation:
- Prepare the electrophysiology (EP) lab for procedures, ensuring all necessary equipment (e.g., catheters, electrophysiology mapping systems, defibrillators, and recording devices) is sterile, functioning, and ready.
- Verify patient information, review medical history, and ensure that all necessary documentation, consents, and pre-procedure requirements are completed.
- Assist patients in preparing for procedures, including explaining the process, positioning them correctly, and ensuring they are comfortable.
- Review the procedure plan with the electrophysiology team and assist in setting up the necessary equipment to meet the specific needs of each patient.

• Assisting During Electrophysiology Procedures:
- Assist the electrophysiologist during diagnostic and interventional procedures such as electrophysiology studies (EPS), catheter ablations, pacemaker and implantable cardioverter-defibrillator (ICD) insertions, and cardiac mapping.
- Handle and operate specialized equipment, such as 3D mapping systems, electrophysiology catheters, electrical stimulator devices, and cardiac imaging systems, to assist in precise diagnosis and treatment.
- Monitor the patient's vital signs (e.g., heart rate, blood pressure, oxygen saturation) during procedures and report any changes or abnormalities to the physician.
- Assist in performing intracardiac recordings, stimulation studies, and mapping of electrical pathways to identify arrhythmias and determine appropriate treatment.
- Prepare and administer medications, such as antiarrhythmic drugs or sedatives, as directed by the physician.

• Post-Procedure Care and Monitoring:
- Monitor patients post-procedure for any complications, including arrhythmias, bleeding at the insertion site, or adverse reactions to medications.
- Provide post-procedure instructions to patients and their families, including care of the catheter insertion site, activity restrictions, and signs to watch for indicating complications.
- Assist in the transfer of patients to recovery or the appropriate unit, ensuring patient safety and comfort during transport.

• Equipment Maintenance and Troubleshooting:
- Ensure the proper calibration, operation, and maintenance of electrophysiology equipment, including mapping systems, ablation catheters, and recording devices.
- Perform routine checks to ensure that all equipment is functional before each procedure and troubleshoot any issues that may arise during the procedure.
- Clean and sterilize equipment according to infection control standards to ensure readiness…