Cath Lab Tech PRN
Company: Methodist Hospital Hill Country
Location: Fredericksburg
Posted on: March 4, 2026
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Job Description:
Introduction Do you have the career opportunities as a Cath Lab
Tech PRN you want with your current employer? We have an exciting
opportunity for you to join Methodist Hospital Hill Country which
is part of the nation's leading provider of healthcare services,
HCA Healthcare. Benefits Methodist Hospital Hill Country, offers a
total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and
retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs
include: Comprehensive medical coverage that covers many common
services at no cost or for a low copay. Plans include prescription
drug and behavioral health coverage as well as free telemedicine
services and free AirMed medical transportation. Additional options
for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage,
flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans
(accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity), auto and home
insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long-term
care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance and more. Free
counseling services and resources for emotional, physical and
financial wellbeing 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of
pay (based on years of service) Employee Stock Purchase Plan with
10% off HCA Healthcare stock Family support through fertility and
family building benefits with Progyny and adoption assistance.
Referral services for child, elder and pet care, home and auto
repair, event planning and more Consumer discounts through Abenity
and Consumer Discounts Retirement readiness, rollover assistance
services and preferred banking partnerships Education assistance
(tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent
scholarships) Colleague recognition program Time Away From Work
Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term
disability coverage and leaves of absence) Employee Health
Assistance Fund that offers free employee-only coverage to
full-time and part-time colleagues based on income. Learn more
about Employee Benefits Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by
location. Our teams are a committed, caring group of colleagues. Do
you want to work as a Cath Lab Tech PRN where your passion for
creating positive patient interactions is valued? If you are
dedicated to caring for the well-being of others, this could be
your next opportunity. We want your knowledge and expertise! Job
Summary and Qualifications General Statement of Duties: The Cardiac
Cath Lab Invasive Specialist- Certified plays multiple roles on the
Cardiac Cath Lab team as the Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist
during Cardiac Catheterization procedures. In both roles he/she
demonstrates technical proficiency in all Cardiac Cath Lab
procedures and equipment; applies anatomical and physiological
knowledge to proficiently assist the Cardiologist or
Electrophysiologist with providing cardiac patient care. As the
Invasive Specialist he/she maintains good communication with the
Cath Lab team to ensure proper equipment set up, accurate
monitoring, and quality data collection. Minimum Education,
Experience, Training, Required Knowledge, Skill, Abilities and
Other Job-Related Characteristics: 1. Education and Experience: All
of the following: • High School graduate or GED 2. New hires as of
6/1/2013 have to have ONE of the following: One (1) year fulltime
Invasive Cardiovascular Technology experience. An Associate Degree
or equivalent college hours (62 semester hours) in health, science,
natural science, nursing, engineering or any primary science or
higher. Graduate of an accredited (by CHEA, USDOE, or CMA) program
in Invasive Cardiovascular Technology. Graduate of a
NON-Programmatically accredited program in Invasive Cardiovascular
Technology which has a minimum of one (1) year of specialty
training and includes a minimum of 800 clinical hours. 3. Employee
completes initial and ongoing training and competencies as defined
by service line, facility and department/unit which are specific to
the needs of the patient population served (if applicable).
Includes specific competency in: Diagnostic Cardiac Catheterization
Peripheral Angiography PTCA, Stent implantation
Aspiration/Extraction devices Distal Embolization Protection
devices, PTA and Peripheral Stent implantation Vascular Closure
devices Intra-Aortic Balloon Pump Temporary Transvenous Pacing
Implantable Defibrillators/Pacemakers all of which can occur on an
Elective/Emergent basis preferred. 4. Employee completes initial
and ongoing training and competencies as defined by service line,
facility and department/unit which are specific to the needs of the
patient population served (if applicable). 5. Preferred: Two (2)
year (fulltime or fulltime equivalent) in Invasive Cardiovascular
Technology. 6. Baccalaureate in health, science, natural science or
nursing, engineering or any primary science AND six (6) months of
(fulltime or fulltime equivalent) in Invasive Cardiovascular
Technology preferred. Minimum License, Certificates, or
Registrations Required: Required: New hires must have ONE of the
below listed certifications: Current certification eligible Cath
Lab Technicians must successfully pass RCIS/RCES exam in 18 months
from start date. RCIS (Registered Cardiac Invasive Specialist) from
CCI (Cardiovascular Credentialing International) RCES (Registered
Cardiac Electrophysiology Specialist ARRT (American Registry of
Radiologic Technologists) Essential Job Functions : 1. Demonstrates
technical proficiency for all cardiac catheterization procedures
while functioning in a primary role as a Cardiac Cath Lab Invasive
Specialist. 2. Consistently and correctly identifies cardiac
structures, coronary vasculature, and the associated disease
processes. 3. Practices radiation safety and observes all
principles to ALARA. This includes a good knowledge of all
regulations and requirements set forth by the Texas Bureau of
Radiation Control and the Methodist Radiation Safety Committee and
the proper use and storage of personal radiation badge. 4. Assists
the physician in obtaining or entering data into the Physiologic
Monitoring System(s) for accurate assessment of left and/or
right-sided Hemodynamic pressure measurements. Assures accurate
information is gathered or entered for the calculation of
intra-cardiac shunts, valve areas, and pressure measurements
throughout the catheter path. 5. Accurately reports Ejection
Fraction by demonstrating proficiency in the assessment of Cardiac
function, utilizing Left Ventricular Analysis program(s).
Understands the disease processes that result in depressed Cardiac
function such as: Coronary Artery Disease, Cardiomyopathy,
Myocardial Infarction, Valvular disorders, etc. 6. Consistently
assures that Angiographic and procedural data is properly archived
for long-term storage. Verifies the presence of all components of
procedure information in both hard copy and computerized formats.
Additional Job Functions: 1. May have access to contrast agents and
other non-controlled medications as appropriate to diagnostic and
therapeutic procedures. 2. Takes “Call” on a rotating basis. 3.
Supports the mission and vision of the Methodist Healthcare System.
Understands and is committed to helping the Methodist Healthcare
System and its associated facilities achieve its goals. 4. Must
learn and comply with System and facility safety policies and
rules; must use appropriate safety equipment and procedures at all
times; must immediately report all unsafe conditions to
supervisors; must be familiar with all safety features of
equipment, tools or materials encompassed by job duties; and must
check with supervisors (prior to job performance) if there is a
question as to the safe procedure to be used for any job function.
5. Adheres to the MHS Code of Conduct and demonstrates ethical
behavior as expected by our patients, colleagues and the community.
Understands the personal obligation to report any activity that
appears to violate applicable laws, rules regulations or the Code
of Conduct itself. 6. Completes other duties as assigned. Founded
in Fredericksburg, Texas, in 1971, Methodist Hospital | Hill
Country is an award-winning healthcare organization that has gained
a reputation for delivering remarkable care. The hospital has been
named a Fortune/Merative Top 100 Hospital nine times in its history
due to its excellent quality, outcomes, and experience results. The
recipient of the prestigious Malcolm Baldrige Quality Award,
Methodist Hospital | Hill Country is the largest employer in
Gillespie County with more than 600 staff and 225 medical staff
members. Methodist Hospital | Hill Country, formerly Hill Country
Memorial Hospital, offers state-of-the-art services like the
Restore Joint Replacement Center and an interventional cardiology
program. HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the World’s
Most Ethical Companies® by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten
times. In recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated $3.7
billion in cost for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured
discounts, and other uncompensated expenses. "Bricks and mortar do
not make a hospital. People do."- Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr. HCA
Healthcare Co-Founder If you are looking for an opportunity that
provides satisfaction and personal growth, we encourage you to
apply for our Cath Lab Tech PRN opening. We promptly review all
applications. Highly qualified candidates will be contacted for
interviews. Unlock the possibilities and apply today! We are an
equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of
race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation,
age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
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