Cath Lab Technician Special Procedures Technologist

Location: Cypress Texas 77433
Department: Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory
Employment Type: Full-Time
Salary range-$100k-$140k
Vendor fee-$4000

The Senior Cath Lab Technician is responsible for assisting physicians during diagnostic and therapeutic cardiac procedures within the catheterization laboratory. This position requires advanced proficiency in all areas of Cath Lab operations including scrubbing monitoring and circulating with minimal supervision. The technologist functions as part of a collaborative team dedicated to safe high-quality cardiovascular care.

One of the following is required:

• Graduate of an accredited school of Radiologic Technology OR

• Graduate of an accredited academic program in Health Sciences or Invasive Cardiovascular Technology

• If an employee has held an RCIS credential from CCI since 2013 or earlier formal education is not required.

Must have:

• Basic Life Support (BLS) or Advanced Life Support (ACLS) certification

• One (1) of the following certifications:

  • Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist (RCIS) Cardiovascular Credentialing International

  • Registered Radiologic Technologist (ARRT-R) / Medical Radiologic Technologist (MRT)

  • Registered Radiologic Technologist in Cardiovascular-Interventional Technology (ARRT-CV)

• Minimum 5 years of experience as an Invasive Cardiovascular Technologist

• Ability to safely lift position and maneuver patients with assistance

• Strong knowledge of ECG interpretation hemodynamics and interventional cardiology procedures

• Effective communication teamwork and critical thinking skills

• Demonstrated professionalism aligned with the Memorial Hermann Partners-in-Caring culture: innovation compassion collaboration accountability empowerment and results

• Provide technical support during cardiac catheterization procedures in roles such as scrub tech circulator or monitor tech.

• Handle sterile equipment assist physicians with device preparation and maintain sterile technique at all times.

• Perform physiologic monitoring including interpretation of ECG rhythms and dysrhythmias.

• Record cardiovascular procedures and document all patient data accurately.

• Analyze arterial/venous blood gases and respired gas samples using automated analyzers to determine cardiac output oxygen saturation and metabolic status.

• Operate imaging recording and hemodynamic equipment; ensure proper equipment setup and quality control.

• Maintain supplies and equipment according to department standards.

• Adhere to all safety policies to ensure safe care for patients staff and visitors.

• Manage time supplies and productivity within budget expectations.