Cath Lab Technologist

CommonSpirit Health Philanthropy; Lake Jackson (TX); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider in Lake Jackson is seeking a skilled Cath Lab Tech to join their dedicated team. This role involves performing critical duties in invasive cardiology procedures, ensuring patient safety, and maintaining high standards of care. You will operate advanced radiographic equipment, troubleshoot issues, and collaborate with a team of professionals to enhance patient outcomes. This position offers a unique opportunity to work in a state-of-the-art facility with a commitment to compassionate care. If you are passionate about healthcare and eager to make a difference, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 1 year of hospital experience required with a focus on invasive cardiology.
• Certification as RCIS or equivalent is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Perform duties in circulating, scrub, and monitoring invasive cardiology procedures.
• Operate radiographic equipment and maintain radiation safety protocols.

Skills

Cardiology Procedures

Equipment Troubleshooting

Radiation Safety Procedures

Data Interpretation

Communication Skills

Education

Associate's Degree

Registered as a Radiologic Technologist

Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist

Cardiovascular Technologist

Tools

Radiographic Equipment

Physiologic Recorder

Power Injector

Transport Monitors

Job description

Overview

St. Luke’s Health–Brazosport Hospital is located on a beautiful 25-acre campus in Lake Jackson Texas. Offering state-of-the-art diagnostic and comprehensive treatment services, our hospital is home to a 154-bed patient tower, level III trauma center, advanced cardiac care center, and full-service multidisciplinary cancer center. Our team consists of over 100 board-certified physicians and nearly 600 highly skilled employees to meet our patients’ medical needs. South Brazoria County’s premier healthcare system, St. Luke’s Health–Brazosport Hospital is dedicated to providing quality care with compassion for the communities we serve.

Responsibilities

The Cath Lab Tech performs duties of circulating, scrub, and monitoring of invasive cardiology procedures. Demonstrates an understanding of all invasive procedures, the equipment and supplies for each procedure, and indications for performing each procedure.

1. Operates the radiographic equipment utilizing radiation safety procedures.
2. Operates physiologic recorder/database system with expertise recognizing arrhythmias and normal/abnormal waveforms.
3. Operates manifold, power injector, and other support equipment (VCR, ACT machines, oximeters, and transport monitors).
4. Able to recognize basic equipment malfunctions and troubleshoot equipment in the room. Report malfunctions to Biomed promptly if unable to resolve.
5. Exhibits a strong knowledge base of cardiovascular diseases and is able to interpret data gathered during procedures and recognize potential implications in patient care or complications.
6. Helps to efficiently run schedules by maintaining a smooth and steady rate of work by working independently. Communicates with other room staff and schedule coordinator to maximize the productivity of the entire department. Performs other duties as assigned to enhance patient care and efficiency.

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree -OR- *Registered as a Radiologic Technologist Radiography (RTR), Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist (RCIS), or Cardiovascular Technologist (CVT).
• American Heart BLS required.
• RCIS required.
• 1 year of experience in a hospital setting required.