Cardiac Cath Lab Technician

Description IntroductionDo you want to join an organization that invests in you as a Cardiac Cath Lab Technician? At Overland Park Regional Medical Center, you come first.
HCA Healthcare has committed up to $300 million in programs to support our incredible team members over the course of three years.BenefitsOverland Park Regional Medical Center, 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.
Plans include prescription drug and behavioral health coverage as well as 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 wellbeing401(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 stockFamily 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 moreConsumer discounts through Abenity and Consumer DiscountsRetirement readiness, rollover assistance services and preferred banking partnershipsEducation assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships)Colleague recognition programTime 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.Learn more about Employee BenefitsNote:
Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.You contribute to our success.
Every role has an impact on our patients' lives and you have the opportunity to make a difference.
We are looking for a dedicated Cardiac Cath Lab Technician like you to be a part of our team.Job Summary and QualificationsCath Lab Technicians are Cardiovascular Technologists who work in our facilities and run tests on heart health.
They assist with the insertion of catheters into the heart and are responsible for measuring and administering special fluids.
What you will do in this role:
Under the general supervision of the Cath Lab Supervisor and the CV Services Director, the Cardiac Cath Lab Technologist, in cooperation with the physicians and nursing personnel, assists with diagnostic and therapeutic invasive cardiology patient procedures in the catheterization labs.
Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of radiographic imaging, patient physiologic monitoring and cardiac arrhythmias recognition.
Complies with principles of sterile technique.
Collects and assembles data for database, outcome analysis and performance improvement.
Responsible for carrying out any other activities assigned by the Cath Lab Supervisor or CV Services Director to ensure the department runs effectively and efficiently.
The Cath Lab Tech must participate in the on-call rotation and respond within 30 minutes to the Cath Lab when on call.
What qualifications you will need:
Graduate of an accredited Radiology Technologist program or Invasive Cardiovascular Technology program preferred.
Two years of current experience in Cath lab may be substituted for completion of Radiology Technologist program or invasive cardiovascular technologist (CVT) program completion.
Current BCLS certification required within 30 days of start date and maintained.
ACLS certification required within 6 months of employment.
Active RCIS (Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist) or RT licensure preferred.
If a new Invasive CVT graduate, must attain credential within 1 year of eligibility date.
One year of experience in Cath lab, or equivalent clinical experience as part of educational program.
OJT with current 10 years or more of experience may be substituted for completion of Radiology Technologist program, Invasive Cardiovascular Technology program and RCIS (Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist).
Overland Park Regional Medical Center is a 340+ bed facility offering acute medical services to our patients.
We are Johnson County's only Pediatric Intensive Care Unit and Level II Trauma Center.
We have an Accredited Stroke and Chest Pain Center.
Our hospital is a premier area destination for Women's & Children's healthcare services.
We offer the region's only Maternal Fetal Health Center to care for critically ill mothers and their babies.
Our hospital has an antepartum unit, a labor and delivery unit, and a Level III NICU.
We have four emergency rooms, including a dedicated Pediatric emergency room and two freestanding ERs located in Olathe and Shawnee.
Each year our colleagues treat over 45,000 patients.
Caring for patients is more than a job for us, it's our mission and our calling.
OPRMC is part of HCA Midwest Health, Kansas City's leading healthcare provider in the region.
HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the World's Most Ethical Companies® by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times.
In recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated $3.7 billion in cost for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses."Good people beget good people."- Dr.
Thomas Frist, Sr.HCA Healthcare Co-Founder We are a family 270,000 dedicated professionals! Our Talent Acquisition team is reviewing applications for our Cardiac Cath Lab Technician opening.
Qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews.
Submit your resume today to join our community of caring!We are an equal opportunity employer.
We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.