Cardiac Cath Lab Technologist, 10K Bonus

UT Southwestern Medical Center•Dallas, TX

About The Position

Works under the supervision of physicians to perform advanced cardiac interventional imaging procedures, ensure patient safety, adhere to safety standards, and improve team efficiency. The technologist assists with cardiac catheterization, vascular studies, and other interventional procedures, monitors patients and hemodynamic data, operates imaging and monitoring equipment, and completes required documentation. The role requires participation in on-call coverage, with a 30-minute arrival time after notification.

Requirements

Upon hire: ARRT-R (Registered Technologist in Radiography).
Upon hire: MRT (Medical Radiologic Technologist).
Upon hire: BLS (Basic Life Support).
Upon hire: ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) or RCIS (Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist), as specified in the posting.
Within 1-1/2 years: LMRT (Limited Medical Radiologic Technologist).
Knowledge of cardiovascular anatomy, physiology, and cardiac interventional procedure techniques.
Knowledge of aseptic procedures, radiation safety protocols, regulatory requirements, and equipment operation and maintenance.
Technical expertise with imaging and monitoring equipment.
Strong patient-care, critical-thinking, communication, and collaboration abilities.
Organizational efficiency and problem-solving skills in high-pressure environments.
Attention to detail, physical stamina, and ability to multitask under stress.
Adherence to safety protocols, patient advocacy, and quality improvement.
Commitment to professional development and process improvements.

Nice To Haves

One year of experience in a cardiac catheterization/electrophysiology or interventional radiology department.

Responsibilities

Assist physicians with cardiac catheterization, vascular studies, balloon angioplasty, stent placement, congenital heart disease procedures, peripheral angiograms, endomyocardial biopsies, and pacemaker procedures.
Support aseptic techniques and maintain a sterile field, including handling catheters, guidewires, and other procedural instruments.
Operate equipment and document hemodynamic data, symptoms, and patient responses; promptly communicate changes in EKG, blood pressure, oxygen saturation, and other critical parameters to the physician and care team.
Operate imaging tables and position patients for optimal fluoroscopic visualization; set radiation-dose parameters and manage digital image acquisition while following ALARA practices and safety standards.
Review physician orders for accuracy, diagnosis, and applicability; screen patients for contrast allergies, contraindications, and other factors that may prohibit or modify an exam; communicate stat or urgent findings to physicians.
Interview patients using two identifiers and obtain pertinent medical history; apply technical knowledge and age-specific guidelines to perform procedures safely.
Advocate for patients and families, address concerns, escalate complaints, and use the chain of command to resolve issues.
Ensure images and information are documented with correct patient identification and labeling.
Complete post-procedure documentation, including EHR updates, hemodynamics, supply scanning, and charge documentation; archive images to MIMPS according to quality-control measures.
Arrange safe and efficient patient transport to and from the cardiovascular department and use appropriate hand-offs.
Troubleshoot minor equipment issues, initiate service tickets, perform quality-control testing, and report equipment problems to biomedical/service engineers and department leadership.
Participate in codes and rapid responses; communicate workflow, equipment, and pending-exam issues during shift hand-offs.
Contribute to equitable workload distribution, take responsibility for workplace actions, promptly report errors, and resolve them appropriately.
Participate in orientation and training for new hires and students, ensuring procedures meet established standards.
Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team and other service lines in patient care and service delivery.
Assist with exam scheduling to support workflow, reduce wait times, and address stat requests.
Participate in required on-call coverage with a 30-minute arrival time after notification.

Benefits

PPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage.
100% coverage for preventive healthcare with no copay.
Paid time off available day one.
Retirement programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS).
Paid parental leave.
Wellness programs.
Tuition reimbursement.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) qualified employer.
On-site childcare.
Paid holidays.
Merit increases.