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Methodist Healthcare System · 2 weeks ago

Certified Cath Lab Technologist PRN

San Antonio, TX

Part-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

1+ years exp

Methodist Healthcare System is part of HCA Healthcare, a leading provider of healthcare services. They are seeking a Certified Cath Lab Technologist PRN who will play a crucial role in assisting with cardiac catheterization procedures, demonstrating technical proficiency and ensuring quality patient care.

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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. This includes a good knowledge of all regulations and requirements set forth by the Texas Bureau of Radiation Control and the Methodist Radiation Safety Committee and the 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. Assures 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 assures that Angiographic and procedural data is properly archived for long-term storage. 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. Understands and is committed to helping the Methodist Healthcare System and its associated facilities achieve its goals

Must learn and comply with System and facility safety policies and rules; must use appropriate safety equipment and procedures at all times; must immediately report all unsafe conditions to supervisors; must be familiar with all safety features of equipment, tools or materials encompassed by job duties; and must check with supervisors (prior to job performance) if there is a question as to the safe procedure to be used for any job function

Adheres to the MHS Code of Conduct and demonstrates ethical behavior as expected by our patients, colleagues and the community. Understands the personal obligation to report any activity that appears to violate applicable laws, rules regulations or the Code of Conduct itself

Completes other duties as assigned

Qualification

Invasive Cardiovascular TechnologyCardiac CatheterizationRadiation SafetyPhysiologic Monitoring SystemsEjection Fraction AssessmentDiagnostic Cardiac CatheterizationEthical BehaviorCommunication SkillsTeam Collaboration

Required

High School graduate or GED

New hires as of 6/1/2013 have to have ONE of the following: One (1) year fulltime 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

Required (must hold one of the following credentials): ARRT (American Registry of Radiologic Technologists)

Must have ONE of the below listed certifications: Current certification eligible Cath Lab Technicians must successfully pass RCIS/RCES exam in 24 months from start date

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

Preferred

Two (2) year (fulltime or fulltime equivalent) in Invasive Cardiovascular Technology preferred

Baccalaureate in health, science, natural science or nursing, engineering or any primary science AND six (6) months of (fulltime or fulltime equivalent) in Invasive Cardiovascular Technology preferred

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 all of which can occur on an Elective/Emergent basis preferred

Various interventional radiology procedures

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 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.

Fertility and family building benefits through Progyny

Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical and financial wellbeing

Family support, including adoption assistance, child and elder care resources and consumer discounts

401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service)

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Retirement readiness and rollover 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)