Job Description

Key responsibilities

Patient preparation:

Prepare the patient for the procedure by obtaining medical history and consent, and educating them about the process.

Procedure assistance:

Assist the cardiologist during procedures by handing instruments and medications, preparing sterile fields, and managing catheters.

Patient monitoring:

Continuously monitor the patient's vital signs (including ECG and hemodynamic data) and alert the medical team to any changes or complications.

Equipment management:

Set up, operate, and maintain specialized equipment like cardiac monitors, imaging machines, and catheters.

Safety and compliance:

Ensure patient and staff safety by following radiation safety protocols and maintaining strict sterile techniques to prevent infection.

Emergency response:

Be prepared to assist with resuscitation and emergency interventions if complications arise during a procedure.

Post-procedure care:

Assist with patient recovery, monitor their condition after the procedure, and provide instructions for post-care and follow-up.

Documentation:

Maintain accurate records of procedures, patient data, and equipment usage.

Inventory management:

Monitor and manage lab supplies and instruments to ensure they are in stock
Required skills and qualifications

Education:

Typically requires a diploma, associate's, or bachelor's degree in cardiovascular or radiologic technology.

Certification:

Certification as a Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist (RCIS) is often required or preferred.

Technical skills:

Proficiency with cath lab equipment and knowledge of cardiovascular anatomy, diseases, and procedures.

Interpersonal skills:

Strong communication skills for interacting with patients and the healthcare team, and a good bedside manner.

Attention to detail:

Crucial for patient safety, equipment operation, and accurate record-keeping
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: From ?450,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Health insurance Leave encashment Life insurance Paid sick time Paid time off Provident Fund
Work Location: In person