Catheterization Laboratory Technician I - New Braunfels Electrophysiology Lab
Company: CHRISTUS Health
Location: New Braunfels
Posted on: January 17, 2026
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Job Description:
Description Summary: The Catheterization Laboratory Technician I
supports diagnostic, interventional cardiac catheterization, and EP
procedures by preparing the lab, equipment, and supplies. This role
involves assisting the medical team during procedures, ensuring
accurate patient documentation, and maintaining sterile technique.
The technician operates and troubleshoots specialized cath lab
equipment, prioritizing patient safety and efficient departmental
operations. They also contribute to a collaborative environment by
sharing knowledge and adhering to organizational principles and
safety standards. 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
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 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. Job
Requirements: Education/Skills Associate’s degree in cardiovascular
technology, radiologic technology, or a healthcare-related field
preferred Experience 0-1 year of experience in an acute care
setting preferred Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications Basic
Life Support (BLS) certification is required Advanced
Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification is required within
6 months of hire to work/perform independently Pediatric Advanced
Life Support (PALS) certification is required within 6 months of
hire to work/perform independently at Pediatric facilities One of
the following certifications is preferred: 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 In
accordance with the CHRISTUS Health License, Certification and
Registration Verification Policy, all Associates are required to
obtain the required certifications for their respective positions
within the designated time frame. Work Schedule: 5 Days - 8 Hours
Work Type: Full Time
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