Certified Cath Lab Technologist

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About the Role

The Cardiac Cath Lab Invasive Specialist- Certified plays multiple roles on the Cardiac Cath Lab team as the Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist during Cardiac Catheterization procedures. In both roles, he/she demonstrates technical proficiency in all Cardiac Cath Lab procedures and equipment; applies anatomical and physiological knowledge to proficiently assist the Cardiologist or Electrophysiologist with providing cardiac patient care. As the Invasive Specialist, he/she maintains good communication with the Cath Lab team to ensure proper equipment set up, accurate monitoring, and quality data collection.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates technical proficiency for all cardiac catheterization procedures while functioning in a primary role as a Cardiac Cath Lab Invasive Specialist.
• Consistently and correctly identifies cardiac structures, coronary vasculature, and the associated disease processes.
• Practices radiation safety and observes all principles to ALARA, including knowledge of regulations and requirements set forth by the Texas Bureau of Radiation Control and the Methodist Radiation Safety Committee, and proper use and storage of personal radiation badge.
• Assists the physician in obtaining or entering data into the Physiologic Monitoring System(s) for accurate assessment of left and/or right-sided Hemodynamic pressure measurements.
• Ensures accurate information is gathered or entered for the calculation of intra-cardiac shunts, valve areas, and pressure measurements throughout the catheter path.
• Accurately reports Ejection Fraction by demonstrating proficiency in the assessment of Cardiac function, utilizing Left Ventricular Analysis program(s).
• Understands the disease processes that result in depressed Cardiac function such as: Coronary Artery Disease, Cardiomyopathy, Myocardial Infarction, Valvular disorders, etc.
• Consistently ensures that Angiographic and procedural data is properly archived for long-term storage and verifies the presence of all components of procedure information in both hard copy and computerized formats.
• May have access to contrast agents and other non-controlled medications as appropriate to diagnostic and therapeutic procedures.
• Takes “Call” on a rotating basis.
• Supports the mission and vision of the Methodist Healthcare System and is committed to helping achieve its goals.
• Complies with System and facility safety policies and rules; uses appropriate safety equipment and procedures at all times.
• Adheres to the MHS Code of Conduct and demonstrates ethical behavior.
• Completes other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High School graduate or GED.
• One of the following:
  • One (1) year full-time Invasive Cardiovascular Technology experience.
  • An Associate Degree or equivalent college hours (62 semester hours) in health, science, natural science, nursing, engineering, or any primary science or higher.
  • Graduate of an accredited (by CHEA, USDOE, or CMA) program in Invasive Cardiovascular Technology.
  • Graduate of a NON-Programmatically accredited program in Invasive Cardiovascular Technology which has a minimum of one (1) year of specialty training and includes a minimum of 800 clinical hours.

Qualifications

• Required (must hold one of the following credentials):
  • ARRT (American Registry of Radiologic Technologists)
  • RCIS (Registered Cardiac Invasive Specialist) from CCI (Cardiovascular Credentialing International)
  • RCES (Registered Cardiac Electrophysiology Specialist)
  • Certified Surgical Tech or Registered Respiratory Therapist
  • EMT-B (Basic) / EMT-P (Paramedic)
  • Military EMT equivalent with 10+ years experience
• Current certification eligible Cath Lab Technicians must successfully pass RCIS/RCES exam in 24 months from start date.
• Preferred:
  • Two (2) years (full-time or full-time equivalent) in Invasive Cardiovascular Technology.
  • Baccalaureate in health, science, natural science, or nursing, engineering or any primary science AND six (6) months of (full-time or full-time equivalent) in Invasive Cardiovascular Technology.

Skills

• Diagnostic Cardiac Catheterization
• Peripheral Angiography
• PTCA, Stent implantation
• Aspiration/Extraction devices
• Distal Embolization Protection devices, PTA, and Peripheral Stent implantation
• Vascular Closure devices
• Intra-Aortic Balloon Pump
• Temporary Transvenous Pacing
• Implantable Defibrillators/Pacemakers (Elective/Emergent basis)
• Various interventional radiology procedures

Benefits

Methodist Hospital Northeast offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career, and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:

• Comprehensive medical coverage that covers many common services at no cost or for a low copay, including prescription drug and behavioral health coverage, 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.

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

About Methodist Hospital Northeast

Methodist Hospital Northeast is a 232-bed, full-service hospital. We are home to the Joint Replacement Academy and offer the latest treatment options for knee and hip pain. We house an impressive neurosurgical program offering services from elective spine surgeries to advanced and comprehensive brain and spine care. We are recognized by the American Heart Association/American Stroke Association as a Certified Primary Stroke Center and by the American College of Cardiology as an Accredited Chest Pain Center with Primary PCI. We have received the Mission: Lifeline® Bronze Receiving Quality Achievement Award for implementing specific quality improvements impacting the treatment of patients who suffer severe heart attacks. We have been nationally recognized by Leapfrog’s Hospital Safety Grade A.