Catheterization Laboratory Technologist

Prime Healthcare•Kansas City, MO

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Overview 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. Employment Type: Full Time – Some call required Shifts Available: Days Hours: 10 -hour Shifts – 7:00am to 5:30pm Location: St Joseph Medical Center – Kansas City, MO Here are some of the benefits of working at Prime Healthcare: Health, dental, and vision insurance options Paid vacation, sick time and holidays Bereavement leave, FMLA and other leave options Employer 401K options Tuition reimbursement options Life, disability, and other insurance options Many other amazing benefits Responsibilities If you hold your ARRT-R and are interested in cross-training into the Cath Lab, we encourage you to apply. We are willing to train the right technologist for this role . Essential Duties and Responsibilities (includes, but not limited to): 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 Before we go any further, we do have some deal-breakers. You must have: 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 Additional Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: Proficient computer skills Additional Qualifications That Are a Plus: Previous experience in a cardiovascular lab is preferred Cardiovascular technologist training program with emphasis in invasive cardiology and hemodynamic monitoring preferred Full benefits at Prime Healthcare: https://www.primehealthcare.com/careers/benefits/ #LI-JJ3 Employment Status Full Time Shift Days Employment Status Full Time Shift Days Equal Employment Opportunity Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. Company prohibits discrimination against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (subject to applicable law), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. Know Your Rights: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC_KnowYourRights_screen_reader_10_20.pdf Options Apply for this job online Email this job to a friend Refer Sorry the Share function is not working properly at this moment. Please refresh the page and try again later. Share on your newsfeed

Requirements

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

Nice To Haves

Previous experience in a cardiovascular lab is preferred
Cardiovascular technologist training program with emphasis in invasive cardiology and hemodynamic monitoring preferred

Responsibilities

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