Cath Lab Tech | Full Time

Who we are:

Peterson Health is an independent, not-for-profit healthcare organization located in Kerrville, Texas, in the heart of the Texas Hill Country. Recognized as one of the nation's Top 20 Rural and Community Hospitals and the only Texas hospital to earn this distinction, Peterson is also Magnet® designated for nursing excellence and has been named one of Modern Healthcare's Best Places to Work in Healthcare for six consecutive years. Together, these achievements reflect our commitment to exceptional, compassionate, patient-centered care and a culture where team members thrive.

Shift Information:
The position is full time working four 10-hour shifts. Call Required.

Currently offering a sign on bonus for qualifying full time Cath Lab Techs.

What we offer:
Health Insurance
401(k)
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Paid time off
Tuition Reimbursement | HPSA Designated
Employee Education Scholarships
Employee Referral Program
Merit Increases
Free access to a beautiful onsite fitness facility

What you will do:
Under the general supervision of the director, Heart and Vascular Services and CV Coordinator, the CV Technologist in the Cath lab is responsible for the provision of services of a highly specialized nature to patients according to physician’s orders. Provides for patient safety and high-quality testing. Also responsible for the operation all x-ray equipment, scrubbing-in to assist the physician in complex angiographic procedures, and the provision of safe and effective care of the patient having invasive or non-invasive special procedures in the Cath Lab to include the immediate pre-procedure period, during the procedure, and immediately following the procedure.

Required Education:
Graduate of accredited school of radiology, nursing or certification as a Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist.

Preferred Education:
ARRT, RN, or RCIS

Required Skills:
Basic computer keyboard skills.

Preferred Skills:
Meditech proficiency

Required Licensure/Registration/Certification:
Certified Medical Radiology Technologist, LVN, RN, Cardiovascular Tech I, or Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist. Certified in Basic Life Support

Preferred Licensure/Registration/Certification:
Certified Critical Care Nurse (CCRN)
Cardio-Vascular Certified RN (CVRN)

Required Experience:
Interventional Radiology or Cardiac Cath Lab clinical experience

Preferred Experience:
Two or more years’ experience in a hospital Cardiac Cath Lab unit

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