Catheterization Laboratory Technologist

St. Mary's Medical Center; 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 per diem Cath Lab Technologist to assist in cardiac catheterization procedures under physician supervision. The role supports scrubbing and monitoring, with variable hours and day shifts.

Requires ARRT-R license or RCIS/EP Specialist, BCLS, ACLS within 30 days, and familiarity with invasive cardiology; prior Cath Lab experience preferred; per diem opportunities with competitive compensation and benefits.

Qualifications

• ARRT-R certification or state license required
• RCIS or Registered Electrophysiology Specialist required
• BCLS (AHA) certification required at hire and current
• ACLS within 30 days of hire
• Proficient computer skills and cardiovascular lab familiarity
• Prior Cath Lab experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Assist cardiologists during cardiac catheterization procedures and monitor vital signs
• Set up and ensure operation of catheters, monitors, and imaging devices
• Explain procedures and position patients for comfort and safety
• Monitor EKGs and hemodynamic data during procedures
• Assist with patient transfers to recovery and provide post-procedure instructions
• Track instrument levels and support invasive and noninvasive cardiac procedures

Skills

ARRT-R

RCIS OR EP Specialist

BCLS (AHA)

ACLS

Computer skills

Cath Lab experience

Invasive cardiology training

Education

Cardiovascular technologist training program (invasive cardiology & hemodynamic monitoring)

Job description

Employment Status

Per Diem

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

Benefits of working at Prime Healthcare

• Competitive compensation
• Medical insurance benefit plan
• 401K

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

Shift

Days

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