Cath Lab Tech

Do you have the career opportunities as a(an) Cath Lab Tech you want with your current employer? We have an exciting opportunity for you to join Methodist Hospital Westover Hills which is part of the nation's leading provider of healthcare services, HCA Healthcare.

Job Summary and Qualifications

Every heartbeat matters—and as a Cardiac Cath Lab Technologist, you’ll be part of the team that protects them. In this role, you’ll stand alongside physicians and colleagues to deliver advanced care during lifesaving cardiac procedures. With access to state-of-the-art cath lab technology, a strong team by your side, and the support you need to balance work and life, you’ll be empowered to deliver the safe, high-quality care you take pride in delivering. From guiding patients and families through their journey to ensuring precision in every step of treatment, you’ll bring both skill and compassion to moments that improve more lives in more ways. 

Your responsibilities will include:

• Assisting physicians with complex cardiac and vascular procedures, including angiograms, angioplasties, and stent placements 
• Preparing and supporting patients and families with care, education, and reassurance before, during, and after procedures 
• Operating and maintaining advanced equipment to deliver safe and effective treatment 
• Monitoring patient responses with vigilance and compassion to ensure the highest level of care 
• Safeguarding a sterile, safe environment while serving as an advocate for every patient 

What qualifications you will need:

1. Education and Experience: All of the following: High School graduate or GED 

2 .New hires as of 6/1/2013 have to have ONE of the following: 

• A. One (1) year fulltime Invasive Cardiovascular Technology experience. 
• B. An Associate Degree or equivalent college hours (62 semester hours) in health, science, natural science, nursing, engineering or any primary science or higher. 
• C. Graduate of an accredited (by CHEA, USDOE, or CMA) program in Invasive Cardiovascular Technology. 
• D. Graduate of a NON-Programmatically accredited program in Invasive Cardiovascular Technology which has a minimum of one (1) year of specialty training and includes a minimum of 800 clinical hours. 

3. Employee completes initial and ongoing training and competencies as defined by service line, facility and department/unit which are specific to the needs of the patient population served (if applicable). Includes specific competency in: 

• Diagnostic Cardiac Catheterization 
• Peripheral Angiography 
• PTCA, Stent implantation 
• Aspiration/Extraction devices 
• Distal Embolization Protection devices, PTA and Peripheral Stent implantation 
• Vascular Closure devices 
• Intra-Aortic Balloon Pump 
• Temporary Transvenous Pacing 
• Implantable Defibrillators/Pacemakers all of which can occur on an Elective/Emergent basis preferred. 
• Various interventional radiology procedures 

4. Employee completes initial and ongoing training and competencies as defined by service line, facility and department/unit which are specific to the needs of the patient population served (if applicable). 

5. Preferred: Two (2) year (fulltime or fulltime equivalent) in Invasive Cardiovascular Technology preferred. 

6. Preferred: Baccalaureate in health, science, natural science or nursing, engineering or any primary science AND six (6) months of (fulltime or fulltime equivalent) in Invasive Cardiovascular Technology.

Minimum License, Certificates, or Registrations Required: 

1. Required (must hold one of the following credentials): 

ARRT (American Registry of Radiologic Technologists) OR 

2. Must have ONE of the below listed certifications: Current certification eligible Cath Lab Technicians must successfully pass RCIS/RCES exam in 24 months from start date. 

• A.) RCIS (Registered Cardiac Invasive Specialist) from CCI (Cardiovascular Credentialing International) 
• B.) RCES (Registered Cardiac Electrophysiology Specialist OR 

3. Certified Surgical Tech or Registered Respiratory Therapist OR 

4. EMT-B (Basic) / EMT-P (Paramedic) OR Military EMT equivalent with 10+ years experience 

Benefits

Methodist Hospital Westover Hills, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:

• Comprehensive benefits  for medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health and telemedicine services
• Wellbeing support,  including free counseling and referral services
• Time away from work  programs for paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence
• Savings and retirement resources , including a 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support and financial wellbeing counseling
• Education support  through tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships and a partnership with Galen College of Nursing
• Additional benefits  for fertility and family building, adoption assistance, life insurance, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection and consumer discounts

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

Methodist Hospital Westover Hills is strategically situated near the Highway 151 and Loop 1604 corridor, making it easily accessible for the growing communities of San Antonio and its western suburbs. As a full-service, acute care hospital, we pride ourselves on delivering an exceptional level of healthcare that meets the needs of our rapidly expanding population. Our state-of-the-art facility boasts advanced technology and world-class care in a beautifully designed environment—perfect for providing the high-quality patient experience that Methodist is renowned for.

Covering an impressive 225,000 square feet, our hospital features 54 beds and offers a comprehensive range of services. These include adult and pediatric emergency care, obstetrics and gynecology, cardiology, orthopedics, robot-assisted surgery, surgical oncology, general surgery, as well as pulmonology and gastroenterology. At Methodist Hospital Westover Hills, we are dedicated to your health and well-being.

HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies® by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times. In recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated $3.7 billion in costs for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses.

If you are looking for an opportunity that provides satisfaction and personal growth, we encourage you to apply for our Cath Lab Tech opening. We promptly review all applications. Highly qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews. Unlock the possibilities and apply today!

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.