Cath Lab Technologist
Dallas, TX
Premier Medical Staffing Services
4x10 hrs, Days

• Locals Accepted at local rate
• 1-Year Exp Accepted
• 10-hour days - 40 hours guaranteed
• ARRT or RCIS accepted
• ACLS (AHA), BLS (AHA), and TX or Compact MRT/LMRT must be in-hand
• ASAP Start Needed

HIGHLIGHTS:

• Must have 1 year experience in Special Procedures or Cath/EP cases-[REQUIRED]
• ARRT or RCIS, ACLS, BLS State of TX Medical Radiologic License-[REQUIRED]
• Experience in a critical care setting (ICU, ED, etc) or previous Cath/EP Lab setting- [PREFERRED]
• Previous travel experience-[HIGHLY PREFERRED]
• Skills Checklist must be specific to the discipline listed on the job (Cardiac Cath Lab) -[REQUIRED]

ADDITIONAL DETAILS:

• OnCall: Rotating after hours call with a required Sunday rotation/Max 30 minute commute time
• WeekendDescription: Weekend schedule to be determined by facility

MORE INFORMATION:

• Conducts specialized examinations in cardiac catheterization, peripheral vascular studies and/or electrophysiology studies.
• Serves as a lead worker and resource to medical and clinical staff as needed to ensure maximum utilization of individual and group capabilities.
• Collaborates with intra-procedure team to provide safe patient care.
• Participates consistently in Universal Protocol and site marking identification (when applicable).
• Assists with identification, preparation and draping of patients, and room preparation for routine procedures.
• Reads physicians orders/protocols and if necessary, communicates with physicians on protocols for routine procedures, and selects equipment in accord with the protocols and regulatory, statutory and Parkland standards to ensure patient comfort and satisfaction.
• Maintains and calibrates equipment, instituting and recording all preventive maintenance procedures, troubleshooting and reporting or seeking repair to maintain equipment operability.
• Conducts maintenance on special procedures equipment and calibrates such equipment prior to each procedure, instructing technologists in the operation of special procedures equipment as needed to ensure quality care for patients.
• Identifies ways to improve work processes and improve customer satisfaction.
• Makes recommendations to supervisor, implements, and monitors results as appropriate in support of the overall goals of the department and Parkland.
• Stays abreast of the latest developments, advancements, and trends in the field of cardiovascular technology by attending seminars/workshops, reading professional journals, actively participating in professional organizations, and/or maintaining certification or licensure.
• Integrates knowledge gained into current work practices.
• Maintains knowledge of applicable rules, regulations, policies, laws and guidelines that impact cardiovascular technology and the cardiac labs area.
• Revises procedures for repeated use of special procedures equipment and develops effective internal controls that promote adherence to applicable state/federal laws, and the program requirements of accreditation agencies and federal, state and private health plans.
• Seeks advice and guidance as necessary to ensure proper understanding.
• Submission requirements:
• 2 supervisory references from within the last year -[REQUIRED]
• [DOCUMENT]Proof of Taxable Address -Driver s License, Current Utility Bill, Lease/Rental Agreement, Mortgage Statement/Bill, Homeowner s or Renter s Insurance Statement/Bill, Voter Registration, Bank Statement, Auto Insurance, Tax Return-[REQUIRED] [DOCUMENT]
• State of TX Medical Radiologic License-[REQUIRED] [DOCUMENT]
• Active ARRT or RCIS certification -[REQUIRED] [DOCUMENT]
• Active American Heart Association ACLS-[REQUIRED] [DOCUMENT]
• Active American Heart Association BLS-[REQUIRED] [DOCUMENT]