Certified Cath Lab Tech RCIS

Certified Cath Lab Tech RCIS

Adjusts approach based on patient and family understanding of test procedures and troubleshoots equipment malfunctions or patient issues. Prioritizes clinical and administrative work independently and identify process improvements. Other duties as assigned. Assists physicians in performing specialized cardiovascular procedures, including diagnostic and interventional catheterization, pacemaker/defibrillator implantation, intra-aortic balloon pump operation, and electrophysiology studies. Evaluates and documents patient status, responding appropriately to ensure optimal outcomes. Demonstrates clinical expertise, competence, and proficiency in all job responsibilities. Commits to continuous learning and shares knowledge with patients and co-workers. Participates in performance improvement activities to evaluate and enhance care outcomes. Uses evidence-based practices to monitor and improve care according to regulatory and practice standards. Operates equipment, manages time, and utilizes personnel and supplies effectively to deliver high-quality, cost-effective patient care. Adapts to changing workloads, patient needs, technologies, policies, regulations, census, and staffing through priority setting and flexibility. Maintains high skill levels through participation in continuous quality improvement, in-services, ongoing education, and attendance at staff meetings. Recognizes and acts upon unusual patient results or responses by informing the primary healthcare team to ensure patient safety.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Organizational [Required]

Verbal [Required]

Interpersonal [Required]

Customer Relations [Required]

Grammar/Spelling [Required]

Read/Comprehend written instructions [Required]

Follow verbal instructions [Required]

Keyboarding (manual) [Required]

Computer (visual) [Required]

Education:

Associate [Required]

Bachelor's [Preferred]

Technical/Vocational School [Required]

Field of Study:

in an academic program in health science Required OR

Technical/Vocational School Graduate of a accredited program in invasive cardiovascular technology Required

Work Experience:

1+ years of cardiac catheterization lab experience [Preferred]

Special procedures experience, [Preferred]

Licenses and Certifications:

Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist (RCIS) [Required] OR

Registered Cardiac Electrophysiology Specialist (RCES) [Required] OR

Registered Technologist Cardiac-Interventional Radiography (R.T(CI)(ARRT)) [Required]

Certified Surgical Assistant (CSA) [Preferred]

Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) [Preferred]

Advanced Cardiac Life Support Cert (ACLS) [Preferred]

Basic Life Support CPR Cert (BLS) [Required]

Pay Range:

$32.53 $60.50