Cath lab technician

Riyadh Hospital

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Prepare and position patients for invasive heart procedures.
• Conduct cardiovascular tests to record patients' cardiac activity using specialized electronic test equipment, recording devices, and laboratory instruments.
• Monitor gauges, recorder, and video screens of the computer system during imaging of the cardiovascular system.
• Performs and interprets electrocardiograms and other diagnostic tests.
• Helps doctors diagnose blood vessel and heart problems.
• Assists doctors during medical procedures, including stent implants.
• Makes patients feel comfortable during tests and procedures.
• Works with doctors, nurses, and other medical and administrative staff.
• Ensures all tools and equipment are in good condition and stocks supplies.
• Notifies doctors and nurses about patient test results.
• Keeps detailed patient medical records.
• Uses electronic health record software (EHR).
• Maintains patient confidentiality and other medical standards.
• Follows all healthcare facility policies and procedures.
• Prepare reports of diagnostic procedures for interpretation by physicians.
• Performing lab administrative duties and supply inventory
• Performs inventory management for the Cath Lab
• If applicable, ensure the Cath lab items have the appropriate barcodes and rotate stock to ensure no items are out of date.
• Participates in an environment that ensures quality work, and group morale and is conducive to maintaining effective lines of communication
• Demonstrates teamwork approach by assisting coworkers in expediting processes to ensure efficient and effective workflow in the delivery of quality care
• Provides excellent customer service to our patients, physicians, offices, and coworkers
• Assists physicians in cases of adverse reaction or in acute emergencies as necessary
• Demonstrates knowledge of emergency codes, location of emergency equipment, and method of activation
• Fulfills requirements of Scrub Position giving care appropriate to age under the supervision of a physician
• Contribute to the radiation safety program of the hospital.
• Comply with CBAHI, MOH, SCFHS, and Nuclear Authorities standards, and regulations.

Qualification & Experience Requirements:

• Bachelor s degree in Radiology Technology or equivalent.
• Proof of radiation safety Training and Competency.
• Competency in Cath lab.
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support Qualification is highly preferred.
• Current Registration in the Saudi Commission for Health Specialties.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in the radiology department.

Skills and Competencies:

• Competent in dealing with the Cath lab equipment, different types of catheters and guidewires, Cath lab console, and control room.
• Knowledge of regulations established by the Saudi Commission for Health Specialties related to healthcare practices.
• Broad knowledge of radiological principles, standards, and practices.
• Proven experience working as a Cath lab technician.
• Ability to move or lift patients.
• Ability to stand for extended periods.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• A patient and compassionate disposition.
• Skills to operate technology equipment and web application software related to the position.

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