Invasive Cardio Tech Call | South

Invasive Cardio Tech | Full Time | Days | With Call | South

Apply for the Invasive Cardio Tech position at Methodist Le Bonheur Healthcare.

We strive to be an employer of choice and establish a reputation for being a talent‑rich organization where Associates can grow their careers caring for others. For over a century, we’ve served the health care needs of the people of Memphis and the Mid‑South.

Under direct supervision, performs work as part of a multi‑disciplinary team to perform procedures on patients undergoing cardiac diagnostic, cardiac interventional, or electrophysiology procedures. Provides technical support in the diagnosis and treatment of heart and vascular disease. Models appropriate behavior as exemplified in MLH Mission, Vision, and Values.

• Assist physician/surgeon during cardiovascular diagnostic, cardiac interventional or electrophysiology procedures. In rotation with the multi‑disciplinary team, performs the responsibilities of scrub, monitor, or circulate during surgical procedures.
• Must be available for on‑call if required in designated area and respond within the designated time frame for emergency procedures.
• Educate the patient and/or patient’s family about the procedure before, during, and after the procedure. Provides instructions and information on post‑procedure limitations and restrictions. Observes, evaluates, and reports changes in the patient’s condition to the RN or physician. Initiates emergency procedures and protocols as needed.
• Administer contrast media and medications within the scope of limitations and consistent with medication administration practices and policies.
• Perform a variety of testing to assist with diagnosis and treatment. Collect, label, process, store, and transport specimens in accordance with procedures. Perform 12‑lead EKGs, identify cardiac rhythms, and recognize lethal arrhythmias.
• Document care delivered in the patient’s medical record in accordance with policy and procedure for the department.
• Responsible for monitoring and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements, quality standards, compliance activities, and policies and procedures.
• Provide support in the preparation, care, maintenance, and availability of cath lab or electrophysiology lab supplies and equipment.
• Perform other job functions as assigned or requested.

• Technical Degree or Diploma Respiratory Therapy
• Technical Degree Cardiovascular Technology
• Associate’s Degree Surgical Technology
• Technical Degree or Diploma Ultrasound
• Associate’s Degree Nursing – RN
• Technical Degree or Diploma Nursing – LPN
• Technical Degree or Diploma Paramedic
• Technical Degree or Diploma Advanced Emergency Medical Technician
• Technical Degree or Diploma Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)
• High School Diploma or Equivalent

• No prior work experience
• 1–3 years Respiratory care
• 7–9 years in lieu of an allied health degree or certificate, the candidate must have a high school diploma or equivalent and minimum of 7 years of cath lab or electrophysiology experience
• Please refer to additional job description

• Proficient and certified in basic and advanced cardiac life support (ACLS) or pediatric advanced life support (PALS) if working with children is preferred; certification must be obtained within 6 months of hire.
• Must demonstrate the ability and desire to learn and practice clinical competencies of the Invasive Cardio Tech.
• Ability to effectively relate and communicate with internal and external customers.
• Ability to organize multiple tasks and projects and maintain control of workflow.

• BASIC LIFE SUPPORT – American Heart Association
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support – American Heart Association
• Certified Surgical First Assistant – National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting
• Certified Surgical Technologist – National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support – American Heart Association
• Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist – Cardiovascular Credentialing International
• Registered Cardiac Electrophysiology Specialist – Cardiovascular…