Modality | Cardiac Cath Lab Tech |
Gross weekly pay | $2,223/week |
All-inclusive hourly rate | $61.76/hour |
Shift length | 3 x 12 Days hours |
Start date | ASAP |
Location | SAN ANTONIO, TX |
Step to the beat of wafting flamenco music as you wander the downtown River Walk before sampling as much chili (San Antonio’s signature dish) as your taste buds will allow. A visit to the Alamo is an absolute must, as is taking in a show at the ornate Majestic Theatre. San Antonio Missions National Historical Park is dotted with 18th-century buildings and features, making for an enriching excursion.
Are you an experienced Cardiac Cath Lab Tech seeking a new challenge in a fast-paced environment? As a Travel RCIS Cardiac Cath Lab Tech, you will have the opportunity to assist physicians in diagnosing and treating heart conditions in a variety of healthcare facilities. This role requires someone who is able to work efficiently in a fast-paced and dynamic environment, has strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills, and can adapt to changing situations.
To be considered for this position, you must have a minimum of 2 years of experience as a Cardiac Cath Lab Tech, and the RCIS (Registered Cardiac Invasive Specialist) and radiology (RT) license are preferred.
In this role, you will be responsible for:
Assisting physicians in performing diagnostic and therapeutic cardiac catheterizations
Operating imaging equipment and providing high-quality images to assist in the diagnosis and treatment of heart conditions
Maintaining a clean and organized work environment and ensuring that all equipment is in proper working order
Participating in quality improvement initiatives and continuing education opportunities to stay up-to-date with the latest advancements in cath lab technology
Providing education and support to patients and their families
Common Cardiac Cath Lab Procedures:
Coronary angiography
Percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI)
Intravascular ultrasound (IVUS)
Transesophageal echocardiography (TEE)
Electrophysiology studies (EPS)
Implantable cardioverter-defibrillator (ICD) placement
Pacemaker implantation
Ablation procedures for arrhythmias
Left and right heart catheterization
Angioplasty and stenting
Fractional flow reserve (FFR)
Cardiac biopsy
Ventricular assist device (VAD) placement
Intra-aortic balloon pump (IABP) placement
Chronic total occlusion (CTO) revascularization