Cath Lab Assistant: Heart Catherization Lab

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Primary functions include patient transport, general cleaning, equipment cleaning, gathering equipment, proper preparation and assembly of highly specialized equipment, specimen transport, room turnover, performing shave preps.
• Will also assist the team with patient-care (positioning and prepping) under direction of RN/ MD/ Tech.
• Will also prepare for the next procedure (set up trays, supplies, etc.) and maintain supplies for the modalities.
• This role facilitates patient flow, serves as a central point of communication, assists with patient transfers and remains with patients while awaiting their procedures as needed.
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Operating Room Only

In addition to above, room turnover goal is accomplished in 25 minutes or less and maximizing efficiency is expected.

Cath Lab Only

• Transporting non-controlled pharmaceuticals to lab when ordered
• Responsible for educating lab staff regarding proper sanitizing practices and signs off competencies
• Responsible for orienting and sign-off of employees to supply distribution centers
• Collaborates with technologists to manage availability of sterile instruments available for use
• Responsible for receipt, distribution, and storage of supplies while utilizing technology-based LEAN par management system
• Serves as a department resource and product liaison

Education and Experience

Required: 

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Skills and knowledge of equipment related to the surgical/ procedural environment
• 1 year of patient care experience in hospital setting or 6-month experience as Operating Room/CathLab Assistant preferred

License Required

• N/A

License Preferred

• N/A

Certifications Required

• BLS Certification

Certifications Preferred

• N/A