Cath Lab Technologist- PRN

Vail Health Behavioral Health; Vail (CO); On-site; USD 54,000 - 81,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Wellbeing reimbursement funds

403(b) contribution eligibility

Job summary

Vail Health seeks a Cath Lab Technologist (PRN) to provide highly technical care for patients undergoing diagnostic and therapeutic procedures in the Cardiac Catheterization/Special Procedures Lab. You will assist physicians, prepare rooms and equipment, monitor patients, and handle routine and emergency care with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities include operating complex equipment, maintaining safety, participating in on-call duties within 30 minutes, and contributing to quality assurance

Qualifications

• Significant experience in Cath Lab setting; 2 years preferred.
• Ability to stay calm in high-risk procedures.
• Good communication skills with patients and team.

Responsibilities

• Works within a team environment with individuals having similar abilities and responsibilities.
• Handles emergency situations during high-risk procedures with calm, professional demeanor.
• Demonstrates good communication skills and ability to teach patients while providing a calming effect with patients and families.
• Interacts with physicians and other team members with professionalism to enhance team effectiveness.
• Participates in on-call responsibilities and responds within 30 minutes.
• Demonstrates knowledge and competency in basic invasive cardiovascular techniques and technology.
• Prepares and operates sophisticated procedural equipment including x-ray camera, procedure table controls, image processing equipment, hemodynamic monitoring equipment, ultrasound machine, and power injector.
• Assists with Quality Assurance and Performance projects as directed.
• Models the principles of a Just Culture and Organizational Values.
• Performs other duties as assigned; HIPAA compliant.

Skills

Cath Lab experience

On-call readiness

Communication skills

Education

RCIS/ARRT certification

ACLS/BLS certification

Job description

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Cath Lab Technologist- PRN

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Schedule

Schedule PRN / Pool Shift Days

Details

Company Vail Health Location Vail, CO Category Technicians/Patient Care Support Clinical Yes Close Date December 31, 2026

Pay

Hourly $38.98 – $58.49 USD

Eligible for a 16% PRN Differential.

About the opportunity:

Provide highly technical professional care to patients undergoing various diagnostic and therapeutic procedures in the Cardiac Catheterization/Special Procedures Lab. Assist physicians in the performance of those procedures and in the operation of technical equipment utilized during all procedures. Prepares room and equipment, instructs patients, monitors patient’s condition, and provides routine and emergency patient care during procedures. Must be able to function with minimal supervision. Is aware of and contributes to the positive atmosphere of the department. The Tech is accountable for providing 24-hour coverage when on call to ensure timely and appropriate patient care interventions. Performs other duties as assigned.

What you will do:

• Works within a team environment with individuals having similar abilities and responsibilities.
• Handles emergency situations during high-risk procedures with calm, professional demeanor.
• Demonstrates good communication skills and ability to teach patients while providing a calming effect with patients and families.
• Interacts with physicians and other team members with professionalism to enhance team effectiveness.
• Participates in “on-call” responsibilities and responds when required within 30 minutes.
• Demonstrates knowledge and competency in basic invasive cardiovascular techniques and technology.
• Prepares and operates sophisticated procedural equipment including x-ray camera, procedure table controls, image processing equipment, hemodynamic monitoring equipment, ultrasound machine, and power injector—all with safety and precision.
• Assists with Quality Assurance and Performance projects as directed.
• Models the principles of a Just Culture and Organizational Values.
• Perform other duties as assigned. Must be HIPAA compliant.

This description is not intended and should not be construed to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills and efforts or work conditions associated with the job. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the general nature and level of the job.

What you will need:

Experience:

• Significant experience in Cath Lab setting—2 years preferred.

License(s):

• Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist (RCIS) certification or American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) certification and registration required.

Certification(s):

• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) required.

Computer / Typing:

• Must possess, or be able to obtain within 90 days, the computers skills necessary to complete online learning requirements for job-specific competencies, access online forms and policies, complete online benefits enrollment, etc.

Must have working knowledge of the English language, including reading, writing, and speaking English.

Education:

• N/A

PRN (POOL) benefits include: Wellbeing reimbursement funds and 403(b) contribution eligibility.

Pay is based upon relevant education and experience per hour.