Cardiac Catheterization and Electrophysiology Technician

Cardiovascular Radiology Specialist

Join our team at the Main Hospital Building, where we conduct specialized examinations in Cardiovascular Radiology, ensuring that procedures are performed according to Parkland, state, and regulatory standards for optimal patient care.

Job Description

• Conduct specialized examinations in cardiac catheterization, peripheral vascular studies, and/or electrophysiology studies.
• Serve as a lead worker and resource to medical and clinical staff as needed to ensure maximum utilization of individual and group capabilities.
• Collaborate with the intra-procedure team to provide safe patient care.
• Participate consistently in Universal Protocol and site marking identification (when applicable).
• Assist with identification, preparation, and draping of patients, and room preparation for routine procedures.
• Read physicians' orders/protocols and communicate with physicians on protocols for routine procedures, selecting equipment in accordance with the protocols and regulatory, statutory, and Parkland standards to ensure patient comfort and satisfaction.
• Maintain and calibrate equipment, instituting and recording all preventive maintenance procedures, troubleshooting, and reporting or seeking repair to maintain equipment operability.
• Conduct maintenance on special procedures equipment and calibrate such equipment prior to each procedure, instructing technologists in the operation of special procedures equipment as needed to ensure quality care for patients.
• Identify ways to improve work processes and improve customer satisfaction. Make recommendations to supervisor, implement, and monitor results as appropriate in support of the overall goals of the department and Parkland.
• Stay abreast of the latest developments, advancements, and trends in the field of cardiovascular technology by attending seminars/workshops, reading professional journals, actively participating in professional organizations, and/or maintaining certification or licensure. Integrate knowledge gained into current work practices.
• Maintain knowledge of applicable rules, regulations, policies, laws, and guidelines that impact cardiovascular technology and the cardiac labs area. Revise procedures for repeated use of special procedures equipment and develop effective internal controls that promote adherence to applicable state/federal laws and the program requirements of accreditation agencies and federal, state, and private health plans. Seek advice and guidance as necessary to ensure proper understanding.

Requirements

• Must be a graduate of an accredited Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Program (AAHEP) Radiology Program or an accredited Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist program (RCIS).
• Must have a minimum of one (1) year experience in Special Procedures and/or Cath/EP Lab.
• Must have an American Registry of Radiology Technologists (ARRT) certification; OR Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist (RCIS) within 3 months of hire.
• Must obtain a Medical Radiologic Technologist (MRT) OR Limited Medical Radiologic Technologist (LMRT) by Texas Department of Health or Texas Medical Board within 9 months of start date.
• Certification in Advanced Cardiopulmonary Lifesaving certificate (ACLS) or Advanced Life Support (ALS) must be attained within 90 days of employment and must be maintained throughout employment.
• Must have a current Healthcare Provider (BLS Level) CPR course completion card or successfully complete a course upon initial orientation from one of the following: American Heart Association, American Red Cross Rescuer, Military Training Network and maintain throughout employment.

Skills or Special Abilities

• Must possess a thorough working knowledge of radiologic special procedures and knowledge of computer software applications.
• Must be able to demonstrate oral and written communication skills, interpersonal skills, and time management skills.