Cath Lab Tech - EP

3d3 days ago

Tenet Healthcare

Phoenix, US · Full-time · $55,000 – $75,000

About this role

Performs direct and indirect functions in the cardiac cath lab, assisting physicians and staff with the clinical and technical aspects of cardiovascular care. Scrubs, monitors, and circulates in all invasive procedures while ensuring patient safety and procedural efficiency.

Day-to-day responsibilities include executing x-ray for desired views such as abdominal aorta grams and runoffs, storing and printing images, and setting priorities for patient care based on individual needs. The role also involves responding to all cardiac alerts and STEMI cases, with the ability to be onsite within 30 minutes when on call.

The department operates with a four-member team per shift and on call, consisting of one scrub, one RT, one circulating RN, and one monitoring personnel. On call assignment is required after hours, on weekends, and holidays on a rotating basis.

This position offers training on Structural Heart scrubbing and the opportunity to work with advanced technology including Philips x-ray equipment, Acist injectors, Philips IVUS/iFR, and Xper Monitoring System. The department is committed to providing a supportive environment for professional growth.

Requirements

6 months of experience in a Cath Lab or Cardiac Intervention Lab
Associate degree in Radiology or equivalent
Completion of a Basic EKG course
Current BLS certification
ACLS certification obtained within 6 months of hire
ARRT-CRT certification
Ability to respond to emergencies within 30 minutes of alert

Responsibilities

Perform direct and indirect functions in the cardiac cath lab, assisting physicians with clinical and technical aspects of cardiovascular care
Scrub, monitor, and circulate in all invasive procedures performed in the cath lab
Set up and monitor intra-aortic balloon pump (IABP) and assist with temporary and permanent pacemaker insertion and care
Respond to all cardiac alerts and STEMI cases, providing appropriate emergency patient care solutions
Execute x-ray for desired views including abdominal aorta grams, runoffs, division, storing, and printing images
Assess the physical, psychosocial, and growth and development needs of patients pre-, intra-, and post-procedure
Provide teaching and guidance to patients, families, and staff members regarding procedures and care plans
Develop and individualize a plan of care for each procedure based on patient problems, needs, and scheduled procedure

Benefits

Up to $15,000 sign-on bonus based on eligibility
Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
Generous paid time off
Career development and continuing education opportunities
Health savings accounts, healthcare and dependent flexible spending accounts
Employee Assistance program and Employee discount program
Voluntary benefits including pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long term care, elder and childcare, auto and home insurance