Cardiac Cath Lab Tech II — Interventional Imaging

Orlando Health; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Orlando Health is seeking a Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist to perform diagnostic imaging and related procedures for cardiovascular cases. This full-time, dayshift role includes one weekend on-call requirement and may require working at multiple Orlando Health facilities.

Qualifications include RCIS/RCES or RT(R) credentials, radiography program completion, and BLS/ACLS certification. Prior cath lab experience is required and a strong emphasis on patient safety, education, and teamwork within

Qualifications

• Cardiac catheterization lab experience required; able to meet all duties of Invasive Specialist I.
• RCIS or RCES certification required or ARRT RT(R) licensure with state license where employed.
• High school diploma or GED or equivalent.
• Completion of an accredited radiography program.
• Maintain current BLS and ACLS; PALS may be required depending on unit needs.
• Must possess and maintain one of the following certifications: RCIS/RCES or RCRT (ARRT) license.

Responsibilities

• Delivers appropriate care while recognizing patient conditions and ensuring successful completion of procedures and protocols.
• Assesses the patient’s physical condition and age-specific needs.
• Ensures patient education on the procedure, safety, and comfort.
• Maintains accurate documentation of patient history and data; archives and updates demographic information.
• Positions patient and equipment to achieve high-quality images for interpretation.
• Assesses image quality and patient identification; ensures all relevant anatomy is demonstrated.
• Applies radiation protection principles to minimize exposure to patient and staff.
• Provides physiological and hemodynamic monitoring during procedures.
• Supports the physician as a scrub assistant for cardiovascular procedures.
• Demonstrates aseptic technique and proper infection control.
• Monitors and manages hemostasis and vessels post-procedure.
• Locates and troubleshoots complex equipment; acts as a resource for operation and training.
• Maintains professional communication with staff and patients; ensures excellent customer service.
• Maintains inventory of supplies and equipment; ensures department tools are stocked.
• Understands and applies procedural changes and equipment updates.
• Maintains cleanliness and organization of work areas; adheres to schedule and workflow constraints.
• May work evenings, weekends, holidays and on-call; can be required to work at other Orlando Health facilities.
• Performs other duties to ensure quality patient care and safety.
• Supports QA data collection and reporting; collaborates with Risk Management as needed.
• Complies with OSHA, JCAHO, FDA regulations and maintains licensure.

Skills

Cardiac catheterization lab experience

Patient safety

Education

RCIS/RCES certification

R.T.(R) ARRT licensure

High school diploma or GED

Accredited radiography program completion

BLS/ACLS certification

One year related experience in cath lab

Job description

Orlando Health is seeking a Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist to perform diagnostic imaging and related procedures for cardiovascular cases. This full-time, dayshift role includes one weekend on-call requirement and may require working at multiple Orlando Health facilities.

Qualifications include RCIS/RCES or RT(R) credentials, radiography program completion, and BLS/ACLS certification. Prior cath lab experience is required and a strong emphasis on patient safety, education, and teamwork within