Catheterization Laboratory Technologist

Prime Healthcare; Blue Springs (MO); On-site; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Medical insurance

401K

Job summary

Prime Healthcare's St. Mary’s Medical Center in Blue Springs, MO seeks a Cath Lab Technologist per diem to assist in cardiac catheterization procedures under a physician, scrubbing or monitoring hemodynamic data.

ARRT-R license and RCIS or Electrophysiology Specialist required; BCLS and ACLS within 30 days; prior cath lab experience preferred; competitive per diem shifts and benefits available.

Qualifications

• ARRT-R certification and RCIS or Registered Electrophysiology Specialist required
• BCLS (AHA) certification required on hire
• ACLS certification required within 30 days of hire
• Proficient computer skills are essential
• Previous experience in a cardiovascular lab is preferred
• Cardiovascular technologist training with emphasis in invasive cardiology preferred

Responsibilities

• Assist cardiologists during cardiac catheterization procedures.
• Ensure all equipment, including catheters, monitors and imaging devices, is prepared and functioning.
• Explain procedures to patients and position them comfortably on the table.
• Monitor vitals, ECGs and hemodynamic data during procedures.
• Transfer patients to recovery and provide post-procedure instructions.
• Track instrument and supply par levels for the Cath Lab.

Skills

Proficient computer skills

Patient monitoring

Team coordination

Education

ARRT-R certification

RCIS or Registered Electrophysiology Specialist

BCLS (AHA) certification

ACLS certification

Tools

Cath Lab equipment

Job description

Overview

Shifts Available: Days

Employment Type: Per Diem (PD/PRN)

Hours: Variable - normally 7:30am to 5:00pm

Location: St Mary's Medical Center - Blue Springs, MO

We are seeking a Catheterization Laboratory Technologist, sometimes referred to as our Cardiac Interventional Technologist, Cardiac Catheterization Technologist or Cath Lab Tech. Our Cath Lab Tech will operate under the oversight of a physician (either a Cardiologist or Radiologist). The role involves assisting in procedures by scrubbing or monitoring physiological and hemodynamic data relevant to diagnostic and/or therapeutic procedures conducted in the cardiovascular lab. This position is on a per diem basis, meaning PD/PRN as needed.

Responsibilities

** If you hold your ARRT-R and some experience in the Cath Lab you are encouraged to apply. We do not offer training for Per Diem shifts.

• Assist cardiologists during cardiac catheterization procedures, which involve threading catheters through blood vessels to diagnose and treat various heart/cardiovascular conditions
• Ensure that all necessary equipment, including catheters, monitors, and imaging devices, are properly set up and functioning before each procedure
• Help prepare patients for procedures by explaining the process, answering questions, and ensuring they are comfortable and properly positioned on the procedure table
• During procedures, monitor patients' vital signs, electrocardiograms (EKGs), and hemodynamic data to ensure their safety and provide real-time information to the medical team
• Help transfer patients to recovery areas after the procedure, monitor their condition and provide any necessary post-procedure instructions or assistance
• Track the par level of all instruments and supplies, and provide support for both invasive and noninvasive cardiac procedures in all capacities for the Cardiac Cath Lab

Qualifications

• ARRT-R and license as required by the state, Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist (RCIS) OR Registered Electrophysiology Specialist required
• BCLS (AHA) is required upon hire and must be kept current
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS); required within 30 days of hire
• Proficient computer skills
• Previous experience in a cardiovascular lab is preferred
• Cardiovascular technologist training program with emphasis in invasive cardiology and hemodynamic monitoring preferred

Here are some of the benefits of working at Prime Healthcare:

• Competitive compensation
• Medical insurance benefit plan
• 401K

Full benefits at Prime Healthcare: https://www.primehealthcare.com/careers/benefits/

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Employment Status

Per Diem

Shift

Days

Equal Employment Opportunity

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