Cath Lab Coordinator - Days
UAB Medicine, Birmingham, AL, United States
Duration: Full Time
Position Overview
What You Will Do
The Cath Lab Coordinator is responsible for coordinating daily workflow and patient throughput within the
cardiac catheterization laboratory. This role ensures efficient communication between clinical staff,
physicians, and support departments while maintaining real-time updates of procedure schedules and
patient status. This position plays a critical role in optimizing lab utilization, minimizing delays, and
supporting high-quality patient care.
1. Maintain and update the Cath Lab procedure board with accurate, real-time information regarding patient status, procedure progress, and room availability
2. Coordinate patient flow from pre-op to procedure rooms and post-procedure recovery areas
3. Communicate effectively with physicians, nurses, technologists, anesthesia, and ancillary departments (e.g., transport, lab, radiology)
4. Monitor daily schedule and adjust as needed to accommodate emergencies, add-on cases,or delays
5. Ensure all required documentation, consents, and pre-procedure requirements are completed prior to patient arrival in the lab
6. Track case start and end times to support operational efficiency and reporting
7. Assist with prioritization of cases based on clinical urgency and physician direction
8. Identify workflow bottlenecks and proactively escalate issues to leadership
9. Support compliance with hospital policies, patient safety standards, and regulatory requirements
10. Perform other duties as assigned.
What You Will Need
Licenses / Certifications / Registrations
Minimum Requirements
Additional Preferences
No Additional Preferences
About UAB St. Vincent's
UAB St. Vincent's, a proud part of UAB Medicine, is a trusted provider of health care, serving Alabama for more than 125 years. With five hospitals and numerous clinics, we're a health care community deeply rooted in compassion, service, and respect for all, guided by the rich legacy of the St. Vincent's name. We're committed to extending kindness and personalized care to patients, their families, and each other. We address the physical, psychological, social, and spiritual needs of our patients. We believe in the power of teamwork and unity, and foster a collaborative spirit among our more than 4,800 employees. As one of Alabama's best hospitals as recognized by U.S. News & World Report, improving the health and lives of those we serve is at the heart of our mission. Join us in continuing our legacy of service and healing in central Alabama, where we can make a lasting impact together.
- Department: Cardiac Cath Lab
- Schedule: 6:30am to 3:00pm, Monday - Friday
- Work Location: UAB St Vincent's Birmingham
- Benefits for eligible positions only include: generous paid time off, paid parental leave, Associate Assistance Program, Tuition Reimbursement Program, and more
What You Will Do
The Cath Lab Coordinator is responsible for coordinating daily workflow and patient throughput within the
cardiac catheterization laboratory. This role ensures efficient communication between clinical staff,
physicians, and support departments while maintaining real-time updates of procedure schedules and
patient status. This position plays a critical role in optimizing lab utilization, minimizing delays, and
supporting high-quality patient care.
1. Maintain and update the Cath Lab procedure board with accurate, real-time information regarding patient status, procedure progress, and room availability
2. Coordinate patient flow from pre-op to procedure rooms and post-procedure recovery areas
3. Communicate effectively with physicians, nurses, technologists, anesthesia, and ancillary departments (e.g., transport, lab, radiology)
4. Monitor daily schedule and adjust as needed to accommodate emergencies, add-on cases,or delays
5. Ensure all required documentation, consents, and pre-procedure requirements are completed prior to patient arrival in the lab
6. Track case start and end times to support operational efficiency and reporting
7. Assist with prioritization of cases based on clinical urgency and physician direction
8. Identify workflow bottlenecks and proactively escalate issues to leadership
9. Support compliance with hospital policies, patient safety standards, and regulatory requirements
10. Perform other duties as assigned.
What You Will Need
Licenses / Certifications / Registrations
- One of the following required within 12 months (1 year) of hire or transfer date:
- Current licensure as a Registered Nurse (RN) in the state of Alabama
- Registered or credentialed Cath Lab Technologist (preferred: ARRT, RCIS, or equivalent)
- Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) credentialed from the National Board of Surgical Technology and
Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA) OR the National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT)
Minimum Requirements
- Graduate of an accredited registered nursing, radiology or surgical tech program OR If a surgical technologist, would consider high school diploma or equivalent with 4 years of surgical tech experience in lieu of formal education.
- Minimum of two (2) years of experience in a Cath Lab, Interventional Radiology, or procedural setting.
- Experience in cardiac cath lab, procedural scheduling, or patient flow coordination preferred.
Additional Preferences
No Additional Preferences
About UAB St. Vincent's
UAB St. Vincent's, a proud part of UAB Medicine, is a trusted provider of health care, serving Alabama for more than 125 years. With five hospitals and numerous clinics, we're a health care community deeply rooted in compassion, service, and respect for all, guided by the rich legacy of the St. Vincent's name. We're committed to extending kindness and personalized care to patients, their families, and each other. We address the physical, psychological, social, and spiritual needs of our patients. We believe in the power of teamwork and unity, and foster a collaborative spirit among our more than 4,800 employees. As one of Alabama's best hospitals as recognized by U.S. News & World Report, improving the health and lives of those we serve is at the heart of our mission. Join us in continuing our legacy of service and healing in central Alabama, where we can make a lasting impact together.