Cardiac Cath Lab Technologist PRN

Lee's Summit Medical Center; Lee's Summit (MO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical and dental benefits

401(k) plan with a 100% match

Tuition assistance and certification support

Job summary

Lee's Summit Medical Center is seeking Cath Lab Technicians to assist with invasive cardiology procedures in our facility. Candidates should hold a degree from an accredited Radiology or Invasive Cardiovascular Technology program. Responsibilities include working under supervision, ensuring patient safety, and participating in on-call rotations. Required certifications include BCLS and ACLS. We offer comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, savings plans, and education support.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Radiology Technologist program or Invasive Cardiovascular Technology program preferred.
• Current BCLS and ACLS certification required.
• Active RCIS license preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist with diagnostic and therapeutic invasive cardiology procedures.
• Demonstrate knowledge of radiographic imaging and cardiac arrhythmias.
• Participate in on-call rotation for the Cath Lab.

Skills

Invasive Cardiovascular Technology

BCLS certification

ACLS certification

Experience in Impella/Balloon pump

Education

Graduate of an accredited Radiology Technologist program

Two years of current experience in Cath lab

Job description

Job Summary

Cath LabTechnicians are Cardiovascular Technologists who work in our facilities and run tests on heart health. They assist with the insertion of catheters into the heart and are responsible for measuring and administering special fluids.

Responsibilities

• Under the general supervision of the Cath Lab Supervisor and the CV Services Director, the Cardiac Cath Lab Technologist, in cooperation with the physicians and nursing personnel, assists with diagnostic and therapeutic invasive cardiology patient procedures in the catheterization labs.
• Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of radiographic imaging, patient physiologic monitoring and cardiac arrhythmias recognition.
• Complies with principles of sterile technique.
• Collects and assembles data for database, outcome analysis and performance improvement.
• Responsible for carrying out any other activities assigned by the Cath Lab Supervisor or CV Services Director to ensure the department runs effectively and efficiently.
• The Cath Lab Tech must participate in the on‑call rotation and respond within 30 minutes to the Cath Lab when on call.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Radiology Technologist program or Invasive Cardiovascular Technology program preferred.
• Two years of current experience in Cath lab may be substituted for completion of Radiology Technologist program or invasive cardiovascular technologist (CVT) program completion.
• Current BCLS certification required within 30 days of start date and maintained.
• ACLS certification required within 6 months of employment.
• Active RCIS (Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist) or RT licensure preferred.
• If a new Invasive CVT graduate, must attain credential within 1 year of eligibility date.
• One year of experience in Cath lab, or equivalent clinical experience as part of educational program.
• OJT with current 10 years or more of experience may be substituted for completion of Radiology Technologist program, Invasive Cardiovascular Technology program and RCIS (Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist).
• Must have experience in Impella/ Balloon pump.

Benefits

• 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.

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.