Cardiovasc Invasive Specialist - PRN

Baylor Scott and White Medical Center-Hillcrest - Waco, TX Address: 7300 Bosque Blvd Waco, TX 76710; Hillcrest Heart Center Address: 100 Hillcrest Medical Blvd, Waco, TX 76712 PRN – Flexible Work Schedule: 7:00 a‑m to 4:00 p‑m or 8:00 a‑m to 5:00 p‑m, Monday through Friday. Some shared responsibilities at both sites – Cardiac Rehab and the main hospital campus (5 miles apart). ARRT or RCIS Certification required. This position requires the following certifications to practice in Texas (Texas Medical Board): valid ARRT‑R American Registry of Radiologic Technologists certification in Radiography (ARRT‑R) , or MRT – Medical Radiologic Technologist (MRT) , or RCIS, RCES, CEPS, or CCDS Certification . JOB SUMMARY The Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist, under general supervision, helps physicians during catheterization / electrophysiology lab procedures. Prepares room and equipment, instructs patients, monitors patient’s condition and provides routine and emergency patient care during procedures. Contributes to the orientation and training of other team members. Helps in daily, monthly, and/or quarterly quality control initiatives through auditing and reporting. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE ROLE Helps physicians with arteriograms/catheterizations, permanent pacemaker implantations, implantable cardiac defibrillators, diagnostic and interventional, peripheral and coronary, interventional and thrombolytic therapy. Follows national and state radiation protection regulations for patients, self and staff; provides emergency procedures (CPR, defibrillation, etc.) as needed. Performs pre‑ and post‑procedure care and monitoring. Orients patients for catheterization or electrophysiology procedures. Answers related questions to make patient relaxed. Monitors patient’s ECG, pressures, temperature and impedances while in the electrophysiology lab; notifies physician of variances. Helps in running RF/Cryo ablation systems, 3D mapping, and records other procedural documentation. Manages and maintains images that may include stenosis testing, formatting and processing on both cardiac and peripheral cases. Helps in procedure rooms and collects registry and quality data on appropriate forms. Gathers catheterization data and prepares procedure reports. Prepares and maintains sterile fields for lab procedures. Orders and maintains inventory of procedure room supplies. Ensures procedure rooms are adequately stocked and equipment has not expired. Coordinates and/or audits resources during yearly inventories. Performs routine calibration and maintenance of complex equipment; notifies appropriate team members for fixes. Helps in the orientation and training of new staff and students or extra duties as established by supervisor/manager. Oversees some level of quality control monitoring, such as NPSG auditing, turnaround times, performance improvement initiatives (daily, monthly and/or quarterly). Participates in mutual governance, department, hospital, or professional organizations and committees, including LEAN initiatives, NOBLE, 5S projects, inter‑departmental committees, or any professional organization participation, QC assurance with managers, etc. Oversees committees as requested. Transports patients to and from procedural area. Demonstrates good customer service skills. KEY SUCCESS FACTORS Education and/or experience requirements (must meet one of the following): Associates degree in a related field, or completion of US military training program and experience equivalent to an Associate’s equivalent, or 2 years of related cardiovascular lab experience. Must be available for on‑call response requirements per facility/department policy. Knowledge and ability to apply complex invasive cardiac and vascular values, instrumentation, and techniques. Knowledge of cardiovascular anatomy and physiology. BENEFITS Our benefits are designed to help you live well no matter where you are on your journey. Immediate eligibility for health and welfare benefits; 401(k) savings plan with dollar‑for‑dollar match up to 5%; tuition reimbursement; PTO accrual beginning Day 1. Note: Benefits may vary based on position type and/or level. Belonging Statement We believe that all people should feel welcomed, valued, and supported. QUALIFICATIONS Education – Associate’s or 2 years of work experience above the minimum qualification. Experience – Less than 1 year of experience. Certifications and Licenses – ACLS (within 30 days of hire/transfer). BLS (within 30 days of hire/transfer). ARRT‑R Radiography, Cert Cardiac Device Spec (CCDS), Cert EP Specialist (CEPS), Medical Radiologic Tech (MRT), Reg Cardio Electrophysiology (RCES), Reg Cardiovascular Invasive Spec (RCIS): Must meet one of the following: American Registry of Radiologic Tech (ARRT‑R) and MRT under TX Medical Board, or Cardio Invasive Spec (RCIS), or Reg Cardiac Electro Spec (RCES), or Cert Electro Spec (CEPS), or Cert Cardiac Device Spec (CCDS). #J-18808-Ljbffr