Interventional Cardiovascular Tech RCIS (Cath Lab)

Dallas Center United Methodist; Irving (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Methodist Charlton Medical Center in the Dallas area is seeking a Cardiovascular Tech RCIS to assist with invasive cardiovascular procedures under supervisor and physician direction. Duties include monitor tech, scrub tech, circulator roles, and imaging equipment operation in a busy cath lab.

Requirements include an Associate or Bachelor’s degree (science emphasis or commensurate healthcare experience), ACLS certification, RCIS within 18 months, and ARRt/TX RT(R) eligibility.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Associate degree in a science field or equivalent healthcare experience.
• Current American Heart Association ACLS certification required.
• RCIS certification within 18 months of hire.
• ARRT and TX RT(R) eligibility in lieu of RCIS.

Responsibilities

• Assists in teaching and orientation of students and new staff.
• Assists physician as monitor tech during cath lab procedures, interpreting dysrhythmia and EKGs and operating physiologic recorder.
• Assists as scrub tech and operates imaging equipment under physician direction.
• Assists as circulator by monitoring patient status and handing supplies during procedures.
• Transports patient to and from department and assists with cath lab logistics.
• Cleans and stocks cath lab; maintains sterile technique and prepares lab for procedures.
• Demonstrates knowledge of medications, dosages, and theoretical knowledge of procedures.
• Orders supplies for cath lab and manages inventory.
• Post-procedure care including hemostasis and patient monitoring.

Education

Associate or Bachelors degree, science emphasis or commensurate healthcare experience

ACLS certification (AHA)

RCIS certification

ARRT and TX RT(R) eligibility

Job description

Methodist Charlton Medical Center in the Dallas area is seeking a Cardiovascular Tech RCIS to assist with invasive cardiovascular procedures under supervisor and physician direction. Duties include monitor tech, scrub tech, circulator roles, and imaging equipment operation in a busy cath lab.

Requirements include an Associate or Bachelor’s degree (science emphasis or commensurate healthcare experience), ACLS certification, RCIS within 18 months, and ARRt/TX RT(R) eligibility.