Cardiac Cath/Ep Tech

Parkland Health; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 75,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Parkland Health in Dallas is seeking a Cardiac Catheterization Technologist / Electrophysiology Technologist to perform specialized cardiovascular examinations, ensuring compliance with Parkland standards and optimal patient care.

This role requires ARRT or RCIS within 3 months, MRT/LMRT within 9 months, ACLS/ALS within 90 days, and BLS; a $10k sign-on incentive is available. Full-time, on-site position with growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Must be a graduate of an AAHEP Radiology Program or RCIS program.
• Minimum 1 year experience in Special Procedures or Cath/EP Lab.
• Equivalent education/experience may substitute for requirements.
• ARRT certification or RCIS within 3 months of hire.
• MRT or LMRT licensure within 9 months; ACLS/ALS within 90 days.
• Current BLS CPR card; maintained throughout employment.

Responsibilities

• Conducts cardiac cath, peripheral vascular and/or electrophysiology studies.
• Serves as lead worker and resource to staff to maximize capabilities.
• Collaborates with intra-procedure team to ensure safe patient care and protocol adherence.
• Assists with patient prep, draping, and communication with physicians on protocols.
• Maintains and calibrates equipment; performs preventive maintenance procedures.
• Stays current with developments in cardiovascular technology and best practices.

Skills

Radiologic procedures

Communication

Time management

Software literacy

Education

AAHEP Radiology Program

RCIS

Job description

Location: Parkland: LL BLK 400

Cardiac Catheterization Technologist / Electrophysiology Technologist

This position is eligible for for a $10k sign on incentive; ask recruiter for details.

Primary Purpose

Conducts specialized examinations in Cardiovascular Radiology ensuring that procedures are performed according to Parkland, state, and regulatory standards for optimal patient care.

Minimum Specifications

Education

• Must be a graduate of an accredited Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Program (AAHEP) Radiology Program or an accredited Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist program (RCIS).

Experience

• Must have a minimum of one (1) year experience in Special Procedures and /or Cath/EP Lab.

Equivalent Education and/or Experience

• May have an equivalent combination of education and experience to substitute for the experience requirements.

Certification/Registration/Licensure

• Must have an American Registry of Radiology Technologists (ARRT) certification; OR Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist (RCIS) within 3 months of hire.
• Must obtain a Medical Radiologic Technologist (MRT) OR Limited Medical Radiologic Technologist (LMRT) by Texas Department of Health or Texas Medical Board within 9 months of start date.
• Certification in Advanced Cardiopulmonary Lifesaving certificate (ACLS) or Advanced Life Support (ALS) must be attained within 90 days of employment and must be maintained throughout employment.
• Must have a current Healthcare Provider (BLS Level) CPR course completion card or successfully complete a course upon initial orientation from one of the following: American Heart Association, American Red Cross Rescuer, Military Training Network and maintain throughout employment.

Skills Or Special Abilities

• Must possess a thorough working knowledge of radiologic special procedures and knowledge of computer software applications.
• Must be able to demonstrate oral and written communication skills, interpersonal skills and time management skills.

Responsibilities

• Conducts specialized examinations in cardiac catheterization, peripheral vascular studies and/or electrophysiology studies.
• Serves as a lead worker and resource to medical and clinical staff as needed to ensure maximum utilization of individual and group capabilities.
• Collaborates with intra-procedure team to provide safe patient care. Participates consistently in Universal Protocol and site marking identification (when applicable).
• Assists with identification, preparation and draping of patients, and room preparation for routine procedures. Reads physicians' orders/protocols and if necessary, communicates with physicians on protocols for routine procedures, and selects equipment in accord with the protocols and regulatory, statutory and Parkland standards to ensure patient comfort and satisfaction.
• Maintains and calibrates equipment, instituting and recording all preventive maintenance procedures, troubleshooting and reporting or seeking repair to maintain equipment operability. Conducts maintenance on special procedures equipment and calibrates such equipment prior to each procedure, instructing technologists in the operation of special procedures equipment as needed to ensure quality care for patients.
• Identifies ways to improve work processes and improve customer satisfaction. Makes recommendations to supervisor, implements, and monitors results as appropriate in support of the overall goals of the department and Parkland.
• Stays abreast of the latest developments, advancements, and trends in the field of cardiovascular technology by attending seminars/workshops, reading professional journals, actively participating in professional organizations, and/or maintaining certification or licensure. Integrates knowledge gained into current work practices.
• Maintains knowledge of applicable rules, regulations, policies, laws and guidelines that impact cardiovascular technology and the cardiac labs area. Revises procedures for repeated use of special procedures equipment and develops effective internal controls that promote adherence to applicable state/federal laws, and the program requirements of accreditation agencies and federal, state, and private health plans. Seeks advice and guidance as necessary to ensure proper understan

Requisition ID: 990934