Cath Lab Tech

Prime Healthcare; Mesquite (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance options

Paid vacation, sick time and holidays

Employer 401K options

Tuition reimbursement options

Life, disability, and other insurance options

Job summary

Prime Healthcare in Mesquite, TX is seeking a Cardiovascular Technologist dedicated to assisting in the diagnosis and treatment of heart and vascular conditions. This role involves performing diagnostic tests and supporting physicians during procedures, ensuring accurate diagnostics and safe interventions.

Qualified candidates must have BLS upon hire and obtain ACLS within 30 days. Benefits include health insurance, paid vacation, 401K options, and tuition reimbursement.

Qualifications

• Must have BLS (AHA) upon hire and maintain current.
• ACLS required within 30 days of hire.
• Proficient computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform Electrocardiograms (EKGs) to measure electrical activity of the heart.
• Assist cardiologists in cardiac catheterizations for interventional procedures.
• Prepare patients for cardiovascular tests and procedures.
• Monitor the patient’s vital signs during tests and interventional procedures.

Skills

Proficient computer skills

Education

BLS (AHA)

Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)

Job description

Bonus Amount

$20,000

Bonus Information

Sign-On Bonus Available for Qualified Candidates. Eligibility and payout terms apply. Details discussed during the interview process.

Overview

We are seeking a Cardiovascular Technologist, also referred as a Cath Lab Technologist or Cath Lab Tech. A Cath Lab Tech will be a specialized healthcare professional dedicated to assisting in the diagnosis and treatment of heart and vascular conditions. Their responsibilities primarily involve performing diagnostic tests, managing equipment, and supporting physicians during procedures. Cardiovascular technologists are essential to cardiac care, ensuring accurate diagnostics, safe interventions, and high-quality patient support. Their expertise is crucial to the efficient operation of the cardiology department at our hospital.

Employment Type: Full Time

Shifts Available: Days (Some Call Required)

Hours: 8-hour options available

Location: Dallas Regional Medical Center - Mesquite, TX

Here are some of the benefits of working at Prime Healthcare:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance options
• Paid vacation, sick time and holidays
• Bereavement leave, FMLA and other leave options
• Employer 401K options
• Tuition reimbursement options
• Life, disability, and other insurance options
• Many other amazing benefits

Responsibilities

Candidates who are within six months of obtaining their Registered Technologist (R.T.) certification through the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT / ARRT-R) are encouraged to apply. Recent graduates and entry-level applicants are also welcome!

Essential Duties and Responsibilities (includes, but not limited to):

• Perform Electrocardiograms (EKGs) to measure the electrical activity of the heart, monitor the heart's rhythm, and detect abnormalities such as arrhythmias
• Work with cardiologists to assist in cardiac catheterizations for interventional procedures, to examine the heart and possibly treat blockages
• Assist with angioplasty and stenting, minimally invasive procedures designed to open blocked arteries and aid physicians in placing stents to keep these arteries open
• May assist in the setup and monitoring of pacemakers and defibrillator implantations, devices that help regulate the heart's rhythm
• Prepare patients for cardiovascular tests and procedures, including positioning, explaining the procedure, and ensuring patient comfort
• During tests and interventional procedures, monitor the patient’s vital signs (blood pressure, heart rate, etc.) and report any issues to the supervising physician

Qualifications

Before we go any further, we do have some deal-breakers. You must have:

• BLS (AHA) upon hire and maintain current, required
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), required within 30 days of hire

Additional Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Proficient computer skills

Additional Qualifications That Are a Plus:

• ARRT-R and license as required by State or Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist (RCIS), preferred
• Cardiovascular technologist training program with emphasis in invasive cardiology and hemodynamic monitoring, preferred
• Previous experience in a Cardiovascular Lab, preferred

Full benefits at Prime Healthcare: https://www.primehealthcare.com/careers/benefits/

Employment Status

Full Time

Shift

Days

Equal Employment Opportunity

Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. Company prohibits discrimination against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (subject to applicable law), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. Know Your Rights: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC_KnowYourRights_screen_reader_10_20.pdf