Cath Lab Tech - $5,000 Sign on Bonus

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

Job summary

Methodist Mansfield Medical Center is seeking a Cardiovascular Tech RCIS to support invasive procedures in the cath lab under physician guidance. The role includes operating imaging equipment, assisting as a scrub tech, and monitoring patient status during procedures.

The candidate will interpret basic dysrhythmia/EKGs, transport patients, and help with equipment and supplies. Requires RCIS/ARRT eligibility and AHA ACLS certification, with emphasis on lab safety and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Associate or Bachelor’s degree in science or healthcare experience.
• Current AHA Advanced Cardio Life Support certification.
• RCIS certification within six months of date of hire.
• ARRT and TX RT(R) required in lieu of RCIS.

Responsibilities

• Assists in teaching and orientation of students and new staff.
• Assists physician as monitor tech during cath lab procedures and interprets basic dysrhythmia and EKGs.
• Operates imaging equipment under physician direction and assists as scrub tech.
• Monitors patient status as a circulator during procedures and supports supply handling.
• Transports patients to and from the department and maintains cath lab stocking.

Skills

Dysrhythmia interpretation

EKG monitoring

Patient care support

Education

Associate or Bachelor’s degree in healthcare/science

ARRT and TX RT(R) or RCIS eligibility

Tools

Imaging equipment operation

Job description

Hours of Work : 40

Days Of Week :

10 hour shifts with call

Work Shift :

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 Mansfield Medical Center is a 294-bed, full-service acute-care hospital serving North Texas and certified as an Advanced Primary Stroke and Heart Attack Center by The Joint Commission. We are proud to be the first hospital in DFW to earn two AMSN PRISM Awards for exemplary nursing practice.

We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where team members feel valued and supported. Our culture of excellence has earned national recognition, including:

• Magnet designation for nursing excellence
• Becker’s Top 150 Places to Work in Healthcare (2023)
• Top 10 Military Friendly and Military Spouse Friendly Employer (2023)

With advanced technology, patient-centered design, and a new ninth operating room added in 2025, Methodist Mansfield delivers high-quality, innovative care across services including Level III Trauma, NICU, and Maternal Care.

Backed by more than 1,700 team members and 900 physicians, and actively engaged in our community, Methodist Mansfield is a place where your work matters—and your career can grow.