Cath lab Tech (RCIS) | Cath Lab | FT

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

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Jacksonville seeks a qualified professional for its cardiac catheterization laboratory. Responsibilities include performing diversified technical and clinical duties, utilizing good radiographic techniques, and maintaining sterility. Candidates must possess a high school diploma or GED, with preferred qualifications including an RCIS certification. Relevant licensure and less than one year of experience in cardiac cath labs are required. This position emphasizes patient advocacy and effective communication.

Qualifications

• Graduate of Cardiovascular Program or 10+ years of experience in the Invasive Cath Lab required.
• BLS and ACLS from the American Heart Association required.
• Less than 1 year experience in cardiac cath labs or direct patient care.

Responsibilities

• Perform technical and clinical responsibilities in the cardiac catheterization laboratory.

Skills

Use of good radiographic techniques

Good communication skills

Knowledge of human anatomy and physiology

Ability to use hospital computer system

Ability to maintain sterility

Knowledge of body techniques

Ability to initiate patient charge

Proficiency in using Cath lab equipment

Patient advocate skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Graduate of Cardiovascular Program

Graduate CVT program with 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