Cardiac Catheterization Lab Tech

Cardiac Catheterization Lab Tech

Mckinney, TX $78,154 - $135,981 a year

Profession: Radiology Cardiopulmonary Lab Allied Health

Job Type: Full Time

Cardiac Catheterization Lab Rad Tech!!!

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Position Summary/Purpose:

The licensed Rad Tech Cath Lab is a caregiver who assists in the performance of cardiac catheterization by assuring the imaging quality and storage of images according to departmental standards. Operates the fluoroscopy equipment in a manner that provides the highest quality image for the cardiologist to perform diagnostic and therapeutic catheterization. Responsibilities include appropriate billing for each procedure. Assists the Cardiologist in a scrub assistant role for all types of catheterization procedures. Responsibilities include homodynamic monitoring, collection, and calculation of data.

Key Responsibilities:

• Maintains a safe, clean working environment, including safety and infection control.
• Fulfills all duties and responsibilities of the Rad Tech Cath Lab.
• Ensures proper operation of imaging equipment in the cardiac catheterization lab.
• Assists physicians with images and sequences for diagnostic and interventional procedures.
• Manages communication in and out of the lab, including pages, lab specimens, and housekeeping requests.
• Performs as a Monitor Technician, acquiring hemodynamic and electrophysiological data.
• Updates procedure changes and prepares supply requisitions.
• Assists the physician as a scrub technician in diagnostic coronary arteriography and cardiac interventions.
• Maintains competence in Radiographic Technician, Monitor Technician, and Scrub Technician roles with continuing education.

Qualifications:

• Required Education:
  • Associate or Bachelor's degree, science emphasis or commensurate healthcare experience
• Required Certification / Licensure:
  • Current American Heart Association (AHA) Advanced Cardio Life Support certification
  • RCIS certified within six months of date of hire
  • ARRT and TX RT(R) required in lieu of RCIS

Benefits:

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Retirement savings plan.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Continuing education and professional development opportunities.
• Supportive and collaborative work environment.

If you would like to learn more about this opportunity, please apply!