Cath lab Tech (RCIS) | Cath Lab

UF Health; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Jacksonville is seeking candidates for a role in the cardiac catheterization laboratory. Responsibilities include performing technical and clinical duties, maintaining sterility, and using Cath lab equipment. Candidates are required to have a high school diploma or GED, and must possess or obtain BLS, ACLS, and RCIS certifications. Preferred candidates will have a graduate CVT program certification. Experience in cardiac cath labs or direct patient care is required.

Qualifications

• Graduate of Cardiovascular Program or 10+ years in the Invasive Cath Lab.
• Proficiency in using Cath lab equipment and good radiographic techniques.
• BLS and ACLS certifications from the American Heart Association required.

Responsibilities

• Perform diversified technical and clinical responsibilities in the cath lab.
• Prepare procedure tray/equipment and maintain sterility.
• Initiate appropriate patient charge and reduce radiation exposure.

Skills

Good communication skills

Knowledge of human anatomy and physiology (adult)

Proficiency in using Cath lab equipment

Patient advocate skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Graduate CVT program with an RCIS certification

Job description

Overview

Performs diversified technical and clinical responsibilities in the cardiac catheterization laboratory.

Qualifications

• Age of Patients Served:
  • Adult (18-64 years)
  • Geriatric (>=65 years)
• Required Education:
  • High School Diploma or GED.
  • Specific coursework: Graduate of Cardiovascular Program, or in lieu of degree have 10+ years of experience in the Invasive Cath Lab.
• Preferred Education:
  • Graduate CVT program with an RCIS certification.
• Necessary Skills:
  • Use of good radiographic techniques to reduce radiation exposure to patient and personnel.
  • Good communication skills.
  • Knowledge of human anatomy and physiology (adult).
  • Be able to use hospital computer system.
  • Knowledge of filing system.
  • Ability to prepare procedure tray/equipment and maintain sterility.
  • Knowledge of body techniques and ability to use good body mechanics.
  • Ability to initiate appropriate patient charge.
  • Proficiency in using Cath lab equipment.
  • Patient advocate skills.
• Required Licensure/Certifications:
  • BLS from the American Heart Association
  • ACLS from the American Heart Association
  • Within 6 months of hire or transfer into the position, must be Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist (RCIS)
• Required Experience: Less than 1 year experience in cardiac cath labs and/or direct patient care