Catheterization Laboratory Technologist

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.

Bonus Options: up to $10,000

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

** 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

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/

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