Cardiac Cath Lab Technologist: Life-Saving Procedures

The University of Kansas Health System; Kansas City (KS); On-site; USD 41,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

The University of Kansas Health System in Kansas City invites applications for a Cardiac Cath Lab Technologist. The role supports advanced diagnostic and interventional cardiac procedures, scrubbing, monitoring, and assisting providers in the Cath Lab.

The team responds to patient distress and ensures equipment readiness. Responsibilities include preparing patients and equipment, circulating during procedures, and participating in life-saving measures.

Qualifications

• High School graduate or equivalent.
• Graduate of an accredited Radiology Technologist Program or CVT program.
• ACLS and BLS certifications; RCIS or RCIS-eligibility preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in transporting patients to nursing units.
• Attend to patient needs during cardiac lab procedures.
• Circulate during procedures as applicable.
• Operate hemodynamic and imaging equipment to record data.
• Participate in life-saving measures such as defibrillation and CPR.
• Prepare patient and equipment for cardiac lab procedures and stock rooms.
• Scrub during procedures and assist with catheter maneuvers.
• Support quality control and inventory management.

Skills

ACLS certification

BLS certification

Cardiac Cath/IR experience

Medical terminology

Patient care

Education

High School Diploma

Radiologic Technology Program

CVT Program or related health science program

Bachelor's Degree (preferred)

Job description

The University of Kansas Health System in Kansas City invites applications for a Cardiac Cath Lab Technologist. The role supports advanced diagnostic and interventional cardiac procedures, scrubbing, monitoring, and assisting providers in the Cath Lab.

The team responds to patient distress and ensures equipment readiness. Responsibilities include preparing patients and equipment, circulating during procedures, and participating in life-saving measures.