Cath Lab Tech McKinney 28659

Job Title: Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist / Cath Lab Technologist
Employment Type: Permanent Full-Time
Location: McKinney Texas USA
Shift: Day Shift (specific hours may vary per facility policy)
On-Call: Available per facility/department policy

We are seeking a qualified Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist to join a dynamic cardiac team in McKinney Texas. Under general supervision this role assists physicians during catheterization and electrophysiology procedures prepares procedural rooms and equipment monitors patient conditions and provides routine and emergency care during interventions. The specialist also contributes to staff training and participates in quality control initiatives.

• Assist physicians with diagnostic and interventional cardiac procedures including:

  • Arteriograms/catheterizations

  • Permanent pacemaker implantations

  • Implantable cardiac defibrillators

  • Peripheral and coronary interventions

  • Thrombolytic therapy

• Perform pre- and post-procedure patient care and monitoring

• Monitor patients ECG pressures and vitals; notify physicians of abnormalities

• Prepare and maintain sterile fields procedural rooms and equipment

• Operate RF/Cryo ablation systems 3D mapping and other cardiac procedural devices

• Collect maintain and manage procedural data and imaging

• Maintain inventory and ensure proper functioning of all procedural equipment

• Participate in daily monthly and quarterly quality control and performance improvement initiatives

• Assist with training and orientation of new staff and students

• Provide patient education to ensure understanding and comfort during procedures

• Respond to emergencies including administering CPR or defibrillation if required

• Participate in inter-departmental committees governance and professional initiatives (LEAN 5S NOBLE etc.)

Education & Experience:

• Associates degree in a related field OR

• Completion of US military training equivalent to Associates degree OR

• 2 years of cardiovascular lab experience

Certifications & Licenses:

• ACLS within 30 days of hire/transfer

• BLS within 30 days of hire/transfer

• One of the following:

  • ARRT-R Radiography

  • RCIS (Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist)

  • RCES (Registered Cardiac Electrophysiology Specialist)

  • CEPS (Certified Electrophysiology Specialist)

  • CCDS (Certified Cardiac Device Specialist)

  • MRT (Medical Radiologic Technologist through TX Medical Board)

Other Requirements:

• Knowledge of cardiovascular anatomy physiology and invasive techniques

• Ability to work independently and under pressure

• US Citizen or Green Card holder