Cath Lab Cardiovascular Technologist (RCIS)

Methodist Health System; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Methodist Midlothian Medical Center is seeking a Cardiovascular Tech RCIS to support invasive cardiovascular procedures under supervision and physician direction. The role focuses on scrub tech duties, monitor tech tasks, and assisting with imaging and sterile technique in the cath lab.

Requirements include a science-based degree, AHA ACLS certification, RCIS within six months, and ARRT/TX RT(R) qualifications; cath lab experience strongly preferred.

Qualifications

• Degree in science or commensurate healthcare experience.
• Current American Heart Association Advanced Cardio Life Support certification.
• RCIS certification within six months of date of hire.
• ARRT and TX RT(R) required in lieu of RCIS.
• Cath or Interventional Radiology experience strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assists in teaching and orientation of students and new staff.
• Assists physician as monitor tech during cath lab procedures, interpreting dysrhythmias and EKGs, and operating physiologic recorder.
• Assists physician with most procedures as a scrub tech and operates imaging equipment under physician direction.
• Assists with some diagnostic procedures as a circulator, monitors patient status, and handles supplies.
• Assists with transport of patient to and from department.
• Cleans and stocks cath lab, demonstrates knowledge of meds and dosages, and maintains sterile technique.
• Orders supplies and maintains inventory control.
• Post-procedure safety procedures including hemostasis and arterial/venous sheath management.

Skills

AHA ACLS

RCIS within six months

ARRT & TX RT(R) required

Cath/IR experience preferred

Education

Science-based degree

Job description

Methodist Midlothian Medical Center is seeking a Cardiovascular Tech RCIS to support invasive cardiovascular procedures under supervision and physician direction. The role focuses on scrub tech duties, monitor tech tasks, and assisting with imaging and sterile technique in the cath lab.

Requirements include a science-based degree, AHA ACLS certification, RCIS within six months, and ARRT/TX RT(R) qualifications; cath lab experience strongly preferred.