PRN Cath Lab Scrub Technician - St. Louis Heart and Vascular

Join our dedicated team at St. Louis Heart and Vascular as a Cath Lab Scrub Tech, where you'll play a vital role in supporting interventional cardiac procedures that save lives and improve patient health. With state-of-the-art facilities and a supportive environment, you'll work alongside leading cardiologists and healthcare professionals, utilizing your skills to ensure the highest standards of care in our dynamic catheterization lab. If you have a passion for cardiovascular technology and a commitment to patient care, we invite you to apply and become an essential part of our heart health team.

Job Responsibilities

• Prepare the catheterization laboratory and ensure all necessary equipment and supplies are available and in working order.
• Assist with the sterilization and set-up of sterile fields.
• Scrub in to assist physicians during cardiac catheterization procedures by passing instruments, manipulating catheters, and helping with device implantation.
• Maintain aseptic technique to prevent infection and ensure patient safety.
• Monitor and maintain the inventory of cath lab supplies, restocking as necessary.
• Operate fluoroscopy and other imaging equipment under the direction of the physician.
• Ensure proper disposal of sharps and other hazardous materials following procedures.
• Record and document procedural details, patient responses, and the outcome of the procedure in the patient’s medical record.
• Collaborate with the cath lab team to implement protocols and quality control measures.
• Provide patient care before, during, and after procedures, including positioning the patient and monitoring vital signs.
• Participate in emergency response situations by providing critical assistance as needed.
• Assist in the training and mentoring of new staff and students within the cath lab environment.
• Engage in continuous education to stay current with evolving techniques, equipment, and best practices in the field of cardiac care.
• Communicate effectively with patients, families, and healthcare team members
• operating the C-Arm X-Ray during the procedure

Job Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Ability to work Saturdays
• Completion of an accredited Cardiovascular Technologist Program or Surgical Technologist Program
• Certification as a Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist (RCIS) or Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) preferred
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification or willingness to obtain within a specified timeframe
• Minimum of one year of experience in a catheterization lab or operating room preferred
• Proficient in scrubbing for diagnostic and interventional cardiac procedures
• Knowledge of cardiac anatomy, physiology, and pathophysiology
• Familiarity with cath lab equipment, instruments, and radiation safety
• Ability to work in a high-stress, fast-paced environment
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Flexibility with work hours to accommodate varying shifts and emergency call-ins Physical stamina and manual dexterity to handle equipment and assist patients
• Commitment to continuing education and staying current with advancements in the field