Radiology Technologist - Cardiac Cath Lab
Posted Aug 27, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Sep 20, 2026
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Behavioral
Tell me about a time a case went sideways in the lab, maybe a patient became unstable or a device wasn't working right. What did you do?
composure and clinical judgment under real pressure, not hypothetical calm
Tell me about a time you had to explain a procedure to a scared patient or family member right before they went into the lab.
bedside communication skill under time pressure with anxious patients
Tell me about a time you had to work closely with nursing staff and physicians who all had different priorities during a single case.
teamwork and role clarity in a high-stakes, multidisciplinary environment
What does maintaining a safe and organized cath lab look like to you day to day, beyond just the procedure itself?
attention to environment, supply stocking, and infection control habits that keep the lab running
Tell me about a piece of equipment or imaging technology you had to learn on the fly. How did you get up to speed?
adaptability and commitment to ongoing skill development the posting calls out explicitly
Technical
Walk me through how you'd set up the room for a diagnostic left heart cath, from patient arrival to the physician making the puncture.
whether the candidate actually knows cath lab workflow and sterile setup, not just textbook terms
How do you read and interpret hemodynamic waveforms, and can you tell me about a time a pressure tracing told you something was wrong before anyone said a word?
depth of actual hemodynamic monitoring skill versus surface familiarity
What's your approach to radiation safety for yourself, the team, and the patient during a long interventional case?
whether safety habits are built in or an afterthought, given daily radiation exposure
What IV therapy and basic patient assessment skills do you bring, and how comfortable are you starting lines or checking vitals under time pressure?
baseline clinical competency required before stepping into the lab role
Situational
You're on call at 2am and get activated for a STEMI. Walk me through what you do from the phone call to wheels-in.
understanding of door-to-balloon urgency and personal readiness for call responsibilities
If the physician asks for a catheter or contrast approach you think might not be right for that patient, what do you do in that moment?
willingness to speak up to a physician while respecting the chain of command
You're 11 days into a stretch of call this month and get activated again on a holiday. How do you keep yourself sharp and safe for the patient?
realistic self-awareness about fatigue and the demanding call schedule
If you're a new grad, how are you planning to prepare for your registry exam within six months while working full shifts and taking call?
realistic plan and self-direction for meeting the licensure deadline built into the job
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