Cath lab Tech RCIS (Downtown/North)

UF Health; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

UF Health in Jacksonville seeks a skilled Cath Lab Technologist to perform diversified clinical and technical duties in the cardiac catheterization laboratory, supporting patient care from prep through recovery. The role emphasizes radiation safety, patient advocacy, teamwork and precise use of Cath lab equipment.

Qualifications include high school diploma or GED; graduate of Cardiovascular Program or 10+ years in invasive cath lab; preferred CVT program with RCIS; required licensure: BLS and

Qualifications

• Age of Patients Served: Adult (18-64) and geriatric.
• Required Education: High School Diploma or GED; Cardiovascular Program graduate or 10+ years in invasive cath lab.
• Preferred Education: CVT program with RCIS.
• Licensure/Certifications: BLS and ACLS; RCIS certification either on file or within 6 months of hire.

Skills

Radiographic techniques

Communication skills

Anatomy knowledge

Hospital computer system

Filing system

Tray/equipment prep

Body mechanics

Charge entry

Cath lab equipment

Patient advocacy

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Graduate of Cardiovascular Program

Graduate CVT program with RCIS certification

RCIS certification

BLS certification from American Heart Association

ACLS certification from American Heart Association

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 course work: 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 a 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