Cath Lab Technician

Nard Christophe; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Nard Christophe is seeking a skilled professional to assist in the cardiac catheterization lab in Houston, Texas. The role involves performing both diagnostic and therapeutic cardiac procedures, requiring proficiency in aspects of Cardiac Cath Lab functions.

Applicants should be graduates of accredited programs in Radiologic Technology or equivalent, and possess necessary certifications like BLS and RCIS. This position requires minimal supervision once trained.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of Radiologic Technology or equivalent.
• Must hold BLS certification; ACLS may be accepted.
• RCIS or ARRT-R credentials required.

Responsibilities

• Assist physicians in the cardiac catheterization lab.
• Perform diagnostic and therapeutic cardiac procedures.
• Be proficient in all Cardiac Cath Lab procedures.

Skills

Cardiac Cath Lab procedures

Collaboration with physicians

Diagnostic and therapeutic cardiac procedures

Education

Graduate of an accredited school of Radiologic Technology

Academic program in health sciences

Invasive cardiovascular technology

Tools

Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification

Advanced Life Support (ACLS)

Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist (RCIS)

Job description

• Assist physicians in the cardiac catheterization (Cath) lab as part of a collaborative team.
• Perform both diagnostic and therapeutic cardiac procedures.
• Be proficient in all aspects of Cardiac Cath Lab procedures.
• Require little to no supervision once trained.

Minimum Qualifications:

Education:

• Graduate of an accredited school of Radiologic Technology or an academic program in health sciences or invasive cardiovascular technology.
• Exception: Employees credentialed as an RCIS by CCI since 2013 or earlier may not require formal education.

Licenses & Certifications:

• Certified in Basic Life Support (BLS); Advanced Life Support (ACLS) may also be accepted.
• Must hold one of the following credentials:
  • Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist (RCIS) by Cardiovascular Credentialing International
  • Registered Radiology Technologist (ARRT-R) / MRT
  • Registered Radiologic Technologist in Cardiovascular-Interventional Technology (ARRT-CV)