Cardiac Technologist (Invasive Cardiac Lab)

About the role

This position is a Cardiac Technologist working in an Invasive Cardiac Laboratory, supporting invasive cardiac procedures such as electrophysiology studies, PCI and imaging-guided interventions. The role covers clinical and technical duties, equipment operation, documentation, mentoring and quality and safety responsibilities.

Key responsibilities

• Verify patient identity and procedure details before invasive cardiac procedures begin.
• Enter patient risk factors, demographics and clinical information into the CIIMS or equivalent cardiovascular information system.
• Perform ECG lead placement, blood pressure monitoring and pulse oximetry setup for haemodynamic monitoring; recognize life-threatening ECG abnormalities and start resuscitation when needed.
• Maintain patients during procedures, report changes to the attending cardiologist, and record medications and procedural events.
• Prepare consumables charge documentation, cardiac databank documentation and equipment maintenance records.
• Set up equipment for electrophysiology studies (EPS) and operate RF ablation generators under the direct supervision of electrophysiologists.
• Perform daily I-STAT analyser checks, cartridge quality control and annual CAP proficiency testing.
• Independently perform and document IVUS, FFR and OCT procedures.
• Maintain emergency PCI carts and consumables, provide resuscitation support during emergencies, and work on-call shifts as rostered.
• Orient and support new staff, supervise and mentor junior staff, and guide students during clinical attachments.
• Take part in MOH licensing, audits and accreditation, quality improvement projects, incident reporting, infection prevention and aseptic technique, and emergency preparedness drills.