Cardiac Cath Lab Technologist
San Marcos, TX
TalentBurst, Inc
5x8 hrs, Days
$3,390/weekOverview
- Start Date05/18/2026
- Shift Breakdown5x8 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
- Estimated taxable pay$2,144/week
- Estimated non-taxable stipends$1,246/week
Description
Travel: Catheterization Laboratory Technologist
San Marcos, TX
13 weeks
SHIFT: 7A-3P
WEEKEND REQ: 7:30AM -3:30PM
Summary:
The Catheterization Laboratory Technician II is an experienced member of the cath lab team, proficient in supporting a wide range of diagnostic and interventional cardiac procedures. This role involves meticulous preparation of the lab, equipment, and supplies, ensuring accurate patient documentation, and maintaining a stringent sterile technique throughout procedures. The Technician II also serves as a valuable resource and preceptor for junior technicians and technologists, sharing expertise in advanced procedures and technology while upholding the highest standards of patient safety and departmental efficiency.
Responsibilities:
- Meets expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders.
- Promotes Organizational Principles of Catholic Healthcare; Solidarity, Holistic Care, Respect for Human Life, Participatory Community of Work and Mutual Respect, Stewardship, Act in communion with the Church.
- Ensures major equipment is operational in assigned area(s) and documents as required for quality control; reports any issues through chain of command and per hospital process.
- Participates in daily room checks and stocking of supplies.
- Accesses daily patient schedule and appropriate patient information for assigned procedures.
- Ensures appropriate equipment, supplies, and room configuration for all procedures.
- Collaborates with procedure team and Cath Lab Lead/Coordinator to ensure appropriate patient care and departmental efficiency at all times.
- Ensures proper patient information is entered into cath lab computer and imaging systems.
- Ensures proper procedure documentation, hemodynamic measurements/recording, and ECG recognition during assigned procedures.
- Ensures patient position is appropriate and safely secured on procedure table per procedure type.
- Trains and completes competencies to set up and operate cath lab equipment including, but not limited to: imaging (intravascular ultrasound-IVUS, intracardiac echo-ICE), contrast injector, hemodynamic system, intra-aortic balloon pump, rotational atherectomy, thrombectomy, left ventricular assist device, etc.
- Supports and anticipates the needs of the physician and ensures patient safety when scrubbing procedures; moves/pans table appropriately during fluoro and X-Ray acquisition.
- Adheres to aseptic technique 100% of the time during procedures and stops the line if a break in sterile technique is identified.
- Adheres to organizational policies and processes related to patient safety, patient privacy, infection control (hand hygiene), and patient communication before, during, and after procedure.
- Collaborates with others on the team in sharing knowledge; to gain and provide appropriate knowledge as appropriate; to foster teamwork and team cohesion.
- Supports the department and team by engaging in patient transport as appropriate.
- Obtains and maintains proficiency in access site management.
- Acts as radiation safety representative for patients and team while X-Ray is used but is not licensed to administer fluoro imaging.
- Adheres to the attendance policy and departmental productivity standards.
- Supports the department and organization's commitment to Zero Harm and Customer Service.
- Adheres to departmental and organizational dress code.
- Understands and upholds the CHRISTUS mission, vision, and purpose.
- Supports and promotes Unit-based Councils, process improvement projects, and a nursing collaborative care model that meets requirements for magnet status.
- Promotes and serves with respect to the CHRISTUS core values: Dignity, Integrity, Excellence, Compassion, Stewardship.
- Serves as a preceptor for Technicians and Technologists I.
- Acts as a team resource for advanced procedures and technology such as structural heart procedures, IABP, Impella, and LVAD.
Job Requirements:
Education/Skills
- Associate's degree in cardiovascular technology, radiologic technology, or a healthcare-related field preferred
Experience
- 2 years of Diagnostic, Interventional Radiology, or Cath/EP Lab experience is required
Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications
- BLS current certification required (AHA only)
- ACLS current certification required (AHA only)
- PALS certification is required to work/perform independently at Pediatric facilities
- One of the following certifications is required:
- Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist (RCIS) by CCI
- Registered Cardiac Electrophysiology Specialist (RCES) by CCI
- Registered Cardiac Sonographer (RCS) by CCI
- Radiography (R) by ARRT
- Cardiac Interventional Radiography (CI) by ARRT
- Cardiovascular Interventional Radiography (CV) by ARRT
- Vascular Interventional Radiography (VI) by ARRT
- Abdomen (AB) RDMS by ARDMS
- Obstetrics & Gynecology (OB/GYN) RDMS by ARDMS
- Adult Echocardiography (AE) RDCS by ARDMS
- Registered Vascular Technologist (RVT) by ARDMS
Work Schedule:
5 Days - 8 Hours
Work Type:
Full Time
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Employer
TalentBurst, Inc
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TalentBurst Health & Life Sciences is an established provider of healthcare workforce solutions, servicing healthcare facilities across the United States for over 15 years. As a Joint Commission Certified Agency, our commitment to quality, integrity, and exceptional service has made us a trusted name in the healthcare staffing landscape.
Our mission is to bridge the gap between healthcare professionals seeking fulfilling opportunities and healthcare organizations striving to maintain their high standards of care. We are committed to providing top-notch healthcare professionals with access to facilities where they can focus on delivering exceptional patient care and thrive.
Whether you're a nurse, allied health professional, or administrative personnel, we have the expertise to match your skills and aspirations with the perfect placement.
San Marcos, TX
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