Cath Lab Tech III

Baptist Health • Birmingham, AL

22h • Onsite

About The Position

Performs diagnostic imaging and related procedures to demonstrate anatomy for interpretation and/or intervention for cardiovascular procedures.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED (for CVT—RCIS or RCES)
• Associate degree from an accredited respiratory therapy education program (for RRT or CRT)
• Completion of an accredited radiography program (for R.T.(R))
• Completion of an accredited paramedic education program (for Paramedic—NREMT-P)
• Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist (RCIS)
• Cardiovascular Intervention (CI) certification
• Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist (RCIS) certification OR Registered Cardiovascular Electrophysiology Specialist (RCES) certification (for CVT)
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) or Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT), registered by the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) in the state of Alabama
• Registered Radiologic Technologist (R.T.(R))—Certified by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT), licensed in the state of Alabama
• National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians-Paramedic (NREMT-P) certification, must also have a valid Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist (RCIS) certification (for Paramedic)
• Maintain current BLS certification
• Maintain current ACLS certification
• Three (3) years’ experience in Cardiac Catheterization lab experience

Responsibilities

• Serves as a role model and supports Cardiology department goals and strategies.
• Collaborates with physicians and interdisciplinary teams to plan and manage care.
• Assesses patient condition, age-specific needs, and ensures safe, effective care delivery.
• Educates patients and ensures comfort, safety, and understanding of procedures.
• Accurately collects, verifies, and documents patient history and clinical data.
• Performs and supports procedures, including imaging, monitoring, scrub assistance, and aseptic technique.
• Operates and troubleshoots complex equipment; ensures image quality and radiation safety.
• Maintains workflow efficiency, inventory, compliance, and participates in leadership, quality, and competency initiatives.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Associate degree