Cardiovascular Technologist RCIS

Methodist Health System, Inc.; Richardson (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Magnet-designated hospital

Recognized as a Top Place to Work in Healthcare

Military Friendly Employer designation

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Richardson, Texas, is seeking a Cardiovascular Tech RCIS to assist in invasive cardiovascular procedures. The role requires an Associate or Bachelor’s degree and certifications such as AHA Advanced Cardio Life Support. Responsibilities include monitoring and preparing patients during procedures, operating imaging equipment, and ensuring safety and sterile techniques in the cath lab. Join a Magnet-designated hospital recognized for excellence in healthcare, with opportunities for growth and a commitment to diverse workforce.

Qualifications

• AHA Advanced Cardio Life Support certification required.
• RCIS certification within six months of hiring.
• ARRT and TX RT(R) required in lieu of RCIS.

Responsibilities

• Assist physician as a monitor tech during procedures.
• Prepare and monitor patients during invasive procedures.
• Set up lab and maintain sterile technique.

Skills

Technical support for invasive procedures

Interpreting dysrhythmia and EKGs

Operating imaging equipment

Knowledge of medications and dosages

Education

Associate or Bachelor’s degree in science or healthcare experience

Tools

Physiologic recorder

Imaging equipment

Job description

**Hours of Work :**0700-1730**Days Of Week :**Monday through Friday**Work Shift :**10X4 Day (United States of America)**Job Description :**Your Job: The Cardiovascular Tech RCIS primary responsibility is to assist with technical aspects of invasive cardiovascular procedures under the direction of the supervisor and physician. Your Job Requirements: • Associate or Bachelor’s degree, science emphasis or commensurate healthcare experience • Licenses and/or Certifications (Required and Preferred) • Current American Heart Association (AHA) Advanced Cardio Life Support certification • RCIS certified within six months of date of hire • ARRT and TX RT(R) required in lieu of RCIS Your Job Responsibilities: • Assists in teaching and orientation of students and new staff. • Assists physician as a monitor tech during any procedure performed in the cath lab by interpreting basic and advanced dysrhythmia and EKG’s and operating physiologic recorder, and interpreting normal and abnormal pressures and wave forms. • Assists physician with most procedures as a scrub tech and operates imaging equipment under direction of physician. • Assists physician with some diagnostic procedures as a circulator by monitoring patient status during a procedure, handing supplies to the scrub tech, and operating imaging equipment under the direction of the physician. • Assists with transport of patient to and from department. • Cleans and stocks cath lab. • Demonstrates knowledge of medications and dosages used. • Demonstrates theoretical knowledge of procedures. • Orders supplies for cath lab and demonstrates effective inventory control. • Post procedure safety removes arterial and/or venous sheath, maintains hemostasis, and monitors patient status. • Prepares lab for procedure by setting up for procedure and maintaining sterile technique. • Prepares patient for procedure by shaving and prepping patient and marking arterial pulses. • Troubleshoots equipment problems.## Methodist Richardson Medical Center is a 443-bed, full-service, acute care hospital that serves Richardson, Garland, Plano, and surrounding areas in Dallas and Collin counties. We are a Certified Comprehensive Stroke Center as well as the nation’s first hospital to receive The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval for Pancreatic/Hepatic/Biliary Cancer Certification. We also provide services at Methodist Richardson Medical Center – Campus for Continuing Care, which include a behavioral health and addiction recovery unit, inpatient rehabilitation, long-term acute care, and more. We strive to have a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve and welcomes the skills and talents of all groups. Our reputation as an award-winning employer shows in the distinctions we’ve earned:## * ## Magnet-designated hospital* ## 150 Top Places to Work in Healthcare by *Becker’s Hospital Review*, 2023* ## Top 10 Military Friendly Employer, Gold Designation, 2023* ## Top 10 Military Spouse Friendly Employer, 2023* ## Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit* ## Level III Trauma Center##