Cardiac Cath Lab Tech II - 40 Hours Day Shift
Henry Ford Clinton Township Hospital
Day Shift 7:00 am - 5:30 pm
GENERAL SUMMARY:
The Cardiac Cath Lab Tech II is responsible to assist in the performance of invasive testing and interventional procedures used in the detection and treatment of the heart and circulatory system within Cardiac Catheter, CTO and Structural Heart procedure rooms. They must also be proficient in the functions of Monitoring, Circulating and Scrubbing.
Demonstrates comprehensive understanding of cardiac, vascular, respiratory, and renal physiology and pathology, as well as ECG interpretation, cardiac medications, and hemodynamic principles.
Performs all three essential functions within the Cath Lab — Monitoring, Circulating, and Scrubbing — for diagnostic and interventional cardiac, CTO, and Structural Heart procedures.
Monitors and records hemodynamic data, ECG waveforms, and procedural events; alerts physicians to critical changes or abnormalities.
Assists physicians during diagnostic and interventional procedures, ensuring adherence to sterile technique, radiation safety, and infection control standards.
Recognizes and responds appropriately to arrhythmias and emergent situations using ACLS standards.
Prepares and maintains equipment, instruments, and procedural supplies required for safe and efficient case performance.
Documents and enters procedure-related data into appropriate databases and systems in accordance with hospital policy.
Participates in training and orientation of new staff and contributes to quality improvement and safety initiatives.
Adheres to the principles of medical ethics, confidentiality, and professional conduct at all times.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:
- High School diploma or G.E.D. equivalent is required.
- Graduate of an accredited program in Allied Health Sciences (e.g., Cardiovascular Technology, Radiologic Technology, Respiratory Therapy, Exercise Science, or Cardiac or Vascular Sonography, or equivalent academic program and experience.)
CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSURES REQUIRED:
Valid BCLS certification required/ACLS certification required within six (6) months of hire date.
One of the following is required:
Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist (RCIS) or
Registered Cardiac Electrophysiology Specialist (RCES) or
Radiology Technologist (ARRT) with Cardiac Interventional (CI) or
Vascular Interventional (VI).
Overview
HAP is a Michigan-based, nonprofit health plan that provides health coverage to individuals, Â Â Â Â Â companies and organizations. A subsidiary of Henry Ford Health System, we partner with doctors, employers and community groups to enhance the overall health and well-being of the lives we touch. With more than 1,100 dedicated and passionate employees, our goal is to make health care easy for our members.
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Under the leadership of President and CEO Robert G. Riney, Henry Ford Health is a
$6 billion integrated health system comprised of six hospitals, a health plan, and 250+ sites
including medical centers, walk-in and urgent care clinics, pharmacy, eye care facilities and
other healthcare retail. Established in 1915 by auto industry pioneer Henry Ford, the health system
now has 32,000 employees and remains home to the 1,900-member Henry Ford Medical Group, one
of the nation’s oldest physician groups. An additional 2,200 physicians are also affiliated with the
health system through the Henry Ford Physician Network. Henry Ford is also one of the region’s Â
major academic medical centers, receiving between $90-$100 million in annual research funding and
remaining Michigan’s fourth largest NIH-funded institution. Also an active participant in medical
education and training, the health system has trained nearly 40% of physicians currently practicing
in the state and also provides education and training for other health professionals including nurses,
pharmacists, radiology and respiratory technicians. visit HenryFord.com.
Benefits
Whether it's offering a new medical option, helping you make healthier lifestyle choices or
making the employee enrollment selection experience easier, it's all about choice. Â Henry
Ford Health System has a new approach for its employee benefits program - My Choice
Rewards. Â My Choice Rewards is a program as diverse as the people it serves. Â There are
dozens of options for all of our employees including compensation, benefits, work/life balance
and learning - options that enhance your career and add value to your personal life. Â As an
employee you are provided access to Retirement Programs, an Employee Assistance Program
(Henry Ford Enhanced), Tuition Reimbursement, Paid Time Off, Employee Health and Wellness
and access to day care services at Bright Horizons Midtown Detroit, and a whole host of other
benefits and services. Employee's classified as contingent status are not eligible for benefits
Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer
Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer Henry Ford Health System is
committed to the hiring, advancement and fair treatment of all individuals without regard to
race, color, creed, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, size, height,
weight, marital status, family status, gender identity, sexual orientation, and genetic information,
or any other protected status in accordance with applicable federal and state laws.