Cath lab Tech RCIS (Downtown/North)

UF Health; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

UF Health in Jacksonville, Florida is seeking a technical and clinical professional for the cardiac catheterization laboratory. Responsibilities include performing a variety of procedures to ensure patient care and safety.

Applicants must have a High School Diploma, be a Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist (RCIS), and have less than 1 year of experience in cardiac cath labs. Certifications in BLS and ACLS are required within 6 months.

Qualifications

• Must possess BLS and ACLS certifications from the American Heart Association within 6 months of hire.
• Must be a Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist (RCIS).
• Less than 1 year experience in cardiac cath labs and/or direct patient care.

Responsibilities

• Perform diversified technical and clinical responsibilities in the cardiac catheterization laboratory.
• Use of good radiographic techniques to minimize radiation exposure.
• Initiate appropriate patient charge.

Skills

Good communication skills

Knowledge of human anatomy and physiology (adult)

Ability to maintain sterility

Proficiency in using Cath lab equipment

Patient advocate skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Graduate of Cardiovascular Program (or 10+ years experience)

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 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 and ACLS from the American Heart Association within 6 months of hire or transfer into the position.

Must be Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist (RCIS)

Required.

Required Experience

Less than 1 year experience in cardiac cath labs and/or direct patient care.