Cath Lab Tech (RCIS/ARRT) - Invasive Cardiology

Jobtome; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

Methodist Dallas Medical Center in Dallas, TX is seeking a Cardiovascular Tech RCIS to support invasive cardiovascular procedures under supervision. The role requires a science-focused degree, ACLS certification, RCIS readiness within 18 months, and ARRT/TX licensure as applicable.

The candidate will assist physicians, scrub and circulator in cath lab procedures, and contribute to patient safety and imaging operations.

Qualifications

• Current American Heart Association (AHA) Advanced Cardio Life Support certification.
• RCIS certification within eighteen (18) months of date of hire.
• ARRT and TX RT(R) required in lieu of RCIS.
• Associate or Bachelor's degree with science emphasis or commensurate healthcare experience.

Responsibilities

• Assists in teaching and orientation of students and new staff.
• Assists physician as monitor tech during cath lab procedures; interprets basic and advanced dysrhythmia and EKGs; operates physiologic recorder.
• Assists physician with procedures as scrub tech; operates imaging equipment under physician direction.
• Assists as circulator by monitoring patient status and handling supplies during procedures.
• Handing supplies to the scrub tech and assisting with imaging equipment operation.
• Assists with transport of patient to and from department.
• Cleans and stocks cath lab; maintains sterile technique.
• Demonstrates knowledge of medications and dosages and procedure theory.
• Orders supplies for cath lab and demonstrates inventory control.
• Post-procedure safety: remove sheaths, maintain hemostasis, monitor patient status.

Skills

ACLS certification

RCIS readiness

ARRT certification

TX RT(R) license

Education

Associate or Bachelor's degree (science emphasis or commensurate healthcare experience)

Job description

Methodist Dallas Medical Center in Dallas, TX is seeking a Cardiovascular Tech RCIS to support invasive cardiovascular procedures under supervision. The role requires a science-focused degree, ACLS certification, RCIS readiness within 18 months, and ARRT/TX licensure as applicable.

The candidate will assist physicians, scrub and circulator in cath lab procedures, and contribute to patient safety and imaging operations.