UnityPoint Health · 1 day ago
Cath Lab Technologist
Sioux City, IA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
1+ years expUnityPoint Health is a recognized healthcare provider committed to delivering exceptional patient care. The Cath Lab Technologist plays a crucial role in the interdisciplinary team, providing care and support to patients undergoing invasive cardiac procedures while collaborating with physicians and nursing staff.
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Responsibilities
Delegates care activities and monitors care given by appropriate care team members in accordance with patient needs, and the team member’s professional capabilities and qualifications
Assists in creating a positive work environment by mentoring of staff/students and working with team members to develop and facilitate initiatives to strive for positive outcomes in quality and care of patients
Complies with all policies and procedures, and guides team members with compliance
Reliable attendance is an expectation of the team member role, as well as a leader in the unit
Assumes responsibility for continued growth in areas of competencies, lifelong learning and must participate on unit and hospital quality of care projects. Specialty certifications and continuing education are strongly encouraged (RCIS, RCES)
Supports use of Evidenced Based Practice and incorporates best practices into daily care routine
Participates in mandatory education and unit meetings per established guidelines
Compiles with all safety goals, infection prevention and risk management policies and procedures
Completes annual mandatory education
Communicates utilizing the FOCUS Values in all aspects of care and interactions with others
Effectively communicates with all team members, physicians, ancillary staff and all customers. Verbal communication is clear and concise, and written communication is legible and done using approved abbreviations
Provides patients/families with teaching throughout hospital stay for procedures and treatments while in the hospital, and to be prepared to care for home care needs. Referrals are done with appropriate disciplines to assure all patient/family needs are met
Practice indicates compliance with HIPAA, DNV, OSHA and all other regulatory agencies
Demonstrates the ability to be flexible in meeting needs of the unit as a team member
Works effectively with multidisciplinary team assessing needs of the patient/family, establishing goals for the patient/family, and assists in development of quality improvements that may cross over from department to department
Delivers high quality care and demonstrates knowledge and clinical skills of the specialty required on assigned unit in accordance with established policies and procedures
Assists with ambulation of patients and uses assist devices as appropriate to protect patient and staff member
Documentation reflects complete information and accurate legal record of patient’s care
Follows compliance requirements for federally funded programs (e.g. Medicare and Medicaid) regarding fraud, waste and abuse. Compliance concerns are brought to the immediate attention of management or the Compliance Officer
Ability to assist cardiologist with left and right heart diagnostic and interventional catheterization
Ability to assist cardiologist with peripheral/ carotid procedure
Knowledge regarding proper use of temporary pacemaker and the ability to assist cardiologist with procedure
Demonstrates critical care skills to patients with higher acuity (ED, ICU, or OR)
Expertise related to basic electrophysiology including diagnostic and interventional procedures
Advance computer skills and technical skills required to operate EP specialty equipment, specifically but not limited to 3D mapping system for cardiac ablations
Ability to assist in implantable cardiac device such as pacemakers and implantable cardioverter-defibrillators
Advance technical skills required to operate high risk equipment, specifically but not limited to Balloon Pump, Penumbra, EKOS and Impella, EP equipment including but not limited to 3D mapping systems, stimulation systems
Knowledge in lab values specifically associated to each procedure. Delivers high quality care while demonstrating knowledge and clinical skills of the specialty required in the Cath Lab in accordance with established policies, procedures and standards of care under the direct supervision of the physician
Demonstrates and maintains proficiency in the manual skills and techniques required in the administration of cardiovascular and emergency medications used in the Cath Lab including under the direct supervision of the physician
Demonstrates duties in hemodynamic monitoring and recording for pre, intra and post procedure patient assessment and patient care
Demonstrates and maintains proficiency in the manual skills and techniques required to prepare and maintain sterile fields and to maintain a clean procedure environment
Demonstrates knowledge and understanding of radiation safety and practice including, but not limited to the following: Use of advanced imaging systems used in the Cath Lab setting. Use of radiation protection devices and exposure levels for both the associate and patient
Demonstrates knowledge that patient and workplace safety is a priority by preventing errors, accidents and infections and reporting potential or actual concerns immediately
Able to perform the role of secondary circulator, scrub tech, monitor and primary circulatory (if within scope of practice)
Must meet requirements for standby call which includes a 30-minute response time from activation to hospital
Unit specific additional functions will be addressed in the competency checklist specific to the assigned unit. Additional certifications and requirements are unit based
Other duties and responsibilities as directed by the Manager or Organization
Continues professional development and involvement in professional activities that enhance practice by sharing knowledge through networking and research
Assess and chooses teaching strategies appropriate to the patient’s and their families’ age specific needs, culture, gender, readiness to learn and level of comprehension
Consults appropriate resources within the hospital to provide specialized education
Demonstrates knowledge that patient and workplace safety is a priority by preventing errors, accidents and infections and reporting potential or actual concerns immediately
Qualification
Required
Graduate of accredited program in one of the following: Cardiovascular Technology (CVT), Radiology Technology (RT/ARRT), Paramedic Science (EMT-P)
1 year of Critical Care experience in ICU or the Emergency Department preferred
CVT: Graduate from an accredited school of Cardiovascular Technology with a degree in an allied health field
RT: Must be ARRT certified and have current permit issued by the Iowa Department of Public Health
Paramedic: Licensure in good standing in the state of Iowa as a Paramedic
Must possess and maintain current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
Advanced Life Support (ACLS) certification within 30 days of hire
Completion of one hour of stroke education prior to the end of orientation and annually
Valid driver's license when driving any vehicle for work-related reasons
Writes, reads, comprehends and speaks fluent English
Multicultural sensitivity
Microsoft Office – basic computer skills
Customer/patient focused
Critical thinking skills using independent judgment in making decisions
Use of usual and customary equipment used to perform essential functions of the position
Work may occasionally require travel to other UPH facilities
May drive a UPH vehicle, rental or own vehicle
Preferred
1 year of Critical Care experience in ICU or the Emergency Department preferred
Benefits
Paid time off
Parental leave
401K matching
Employee recognition program
Dental and health insurance
Paid holidays
Short and long-term disability
Pet insurance
Early access to earned wages with Daily Pay
Tuition reimbursement
Adoption assistance
Company
UnityPoint Health
UnityPoint Health is an integrated health system that provide a full range of coordinated care to patients and families.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$0.19MKey Investors
Baldrick's Foundation
2025-11-20Grant
2014-02-12Grant· $0.19M
Leadership Team
MarCia Ekworomadu
Vice President, Operations- Oncology Service Line
Carmen Kleinsmith
Chief Nursing Officer
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