Cardiac Cath Lab Technician

HCA•Kansas City, MO

41d•Onsite

About The Position

CathLab Technicians areCardiovascularTechnologists who work in our facilities and run tests on heart health. Theyassistwith the insertion of catheters into the heartandare responsible formeasuring and administering special fluids. What you will do in this role: Under the general supervision of the Cath Lab Supervisor and the CV Services Director, the Cardiac CathLab Technologist, in cooperation with the physicians and nursing personnel,assistswith diagnostic and therapeutic invasive cardiology patient procedures in the catheterization labs. Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of radiographic imaging, patient physiologic monitoring and cardiac arrhythmias recognition. Complies withprinciples of sterile techniques. Collects and assembles data for database, outcome analysis and performance improvement. Responsiblefor carryingout any other activities assigned by the Cath Lab Supervisor or CV Services Director toensurethe department runs effectively and efficiently. The Cath Lab Tech mustparticipatein the on-call rotation and respond within 30 minutes to the Cath Lab when on call.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited Radiology Technologist program or Invasive Cardiovascular Technology program preferred.
Two years of current experience in Cath lab may be substituted for completion of Radiology Technologist program or invasive cardiovascular technologist (CVT) program completion.
Current BCLS certificationrequiredwithin30 daysof start dateandmaintained.
ACLS certificationrequiredwithin 6 months of employment.
Active RCIS (Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist) or RT licensure preferred.
If a new Invasive CVT graduate, mustattaincredential within 1 year of eligibility date.
One year of experience in Cath lab, or equivalent clinical experience as part of educational program.
OJT with current 10 years or more of experience may be substituted for completion of Radiology Technologist program, Invasive Cardiovascular Technology program and RCIS (Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist).

Nice To Haves

Graduate of an accredited Radiology Technologist program or Invasive Cardiovascular Technology program preferred.
Active RCIS (Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist) or RT licensure preferred.

Responsibilities

Assist with diagnostic and therapeutic invasive cardiology patient procedures in the catheterization labs.
Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of radiographic imaging, patient physiologic monitoring and cardiac arrhythmias recognition.
Complies withprinciples of sterile techniques.
Collects and assembles data for database, outcome analysis and performance improvement.
Responsiblefor carryingout any other activities assigned by the Cath Lab Supervisor or CV Services Director toensurethe department runs effectively and efficiently.
Participate in the on-call rotation and respond within 30 minutes to the Cath Lab when on call.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical coverage that covers many common services at no cost or for a low copay. Plans include prescription drug and behavioral health coverage as well as free telemedicine services and free AirMed medical transportation.
Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long-term care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance and more.
Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical and financial wellbeing
401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service)
Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 10% off HCA Healthcare stock
Family support through fertility and family building benefits with Progyny and adoption assistance.
Referral services for child, elder and pet care, home and auto repair, event planning and more
Consumer discounts through Abenity and Consumer Discounts
Retirement readiness, rollover assistance services and preferred banking partnerships
Education assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships)
Colleague recognition program
Time Away From Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence)
Employee Health Assistance Fund that offers free employee-only coverage to full-time and part-time colleagues based on income.