Cath Lab Technologist
El Paso, TX
Thrive Staffing
5x8 hrs, Days
$2,424/weekOverview
- Start DateASAP
- Shift Breakdown5x8 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration13 weeks
- Facility InformationShort Term Acute Care562 beds
Pay
Qualifications
- Cardiac Catheterization Technologist (2 years)
Description
Unit Information
Location: El Paso, TX
- Building: Las Palmas
- Floor: 2nd
- Unit Number: 746
- Discipline: Cardiovascular Services
- Shift: Days; 6:30 AM - 3:30 PM
- Call Requirements: Yes, evenly distributed among the team
- Weekends: On-call team for emergent cases
General Information
- Number of Beds: 3 operating cath lab rooms (2 are EP compatible)
- Staff Requirements: 2 RN’s and 2 CV techs per case unless anesthesia or non-invasive cases
- Equipment: Cath lab
- Software: Meditech EMR
- Permanent Positions Available: Yes
Qualifications
Must have:
- Cath Lab experience
Preferred:
- RCIS or Cardiovascular Nurse certification
Typical Procedures Performed
- Cardiac Catheterizations (Cath)
- Percutaneous Coronary Interventions (PCI)
- Electrophysiology (EP) procedures
- Watchman device procedures
- Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR)
- INARI procedures
- Device implants (PPM, ICD, etc.)
- Impella procedures
Team Culture
The ideal candidate will be:
- Team-oriented
- Hardworking
- Adaptable to a fast-paced environment
Dress Code
Required attire:
- Scrub Color: Royal blue or black
Awards and Recognition
This unit has achieved:
- 2 facility STS awards
- Reputation for having the highest structural volume in El Paso with over 50 TAVRs performed
- Excellent outcomes with very low PCI mortality rates
Additional Information
The Cath Lab is equipped with advanced technology and fosters a collaborative environment with seasoned staff. Joining this unit provides an excellent opportunity to work with cutting-edge equipment in a supportive team setting.
```Facility
Las Palmas Medical Center
5 nurses recommend working with Las Palmas Medical Center
Pros
Traveler friendly, patient ratio is fair, great team to work with!
Cons
None
- Short Term Acute Care
- 562 beds
Employer
Thrive Staffing
At the heart of Thrive Staffing is our mission to support healthcare professionals in their career journey. We strive to build strong, personal relationships with our candidates, fostering work environments for the common good that values individual autonomy, encourages personal expression, and removes career obstacles. We're not just looking for employees—we're looking for partners in our mission to transform healthcare staffing. Our ideal candidate is someone who shares our vision of improving lives and impacting the world in a positive way. If you're a healthcare professional looking to take the next step in your career, we're here to help you thrive through health care staffing that understands you and puts prominence on enabling your professional potential.
About El Paso, TX
As a Travel Cardiac Catheterization Technologist in El Paso, TX here's what you should know:- Lower than the national average, making it an affordable city to live in.
- Wages generally match the lower cost of living.
- Summer average high of 95°F and low of 71°F.
- Winter average high of 58°F and low of 32°F.
- Short term rentals are relatively easy to find, with various options available for travel nurses.
- Car friendliness is high, and public transportation options are available but may not be as extensive as in larger cities.
- El Paso is a diverse city with a mix of cultures.
- The population has a wide age range, and common health issues may include allergies and asthma due to the desert climate.
- There is a significant population of travel nurses due to the presence of several healthcare facilities.
- Plenty of restaurants offering diverse cuisines, vibrant art and music scene, opportunities for outdoor activities such as hiking, climbing, biking, and golfing.
- The city also hosts summer concerts and has various cultural attractions.
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