Cardiac Cath/Ep Tech-PRN
Company: Parkland
Location: Arlington
Posted on: January 17, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Location: Main Hospital Bldg - 2nd Floor Primary
Purpose Conducts specialized examinations in Cardiovascular
Radiology ensuring that procedures are performed according to
Parkland, stat, and regulatory standards. Minimum Specifications
Education Must be a graduate of an accredited Commission on
Accreditation of Allied Health Education Program (AAHEP) Radiology
Program or an accredited Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist program
(RCIS). Experience Must have a minimum of one year experience in
Special Procedures and /or Cath/EP Lab. Equivalent Education and/or
Experience May have an equivalent combination of education and
experience to substitute for the experience requirements.
Certification/Registration/Licensure Must have an American Registry
of Radiology Technologists (ARRT) certification; OR, Registered
Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist (RCIS) within 3 months of hire.
Must obtain a Medical Radiologic Technologist (MRT) OR Limited
Medical Radiologic Technologist (LMRT) by Texas Department of
Health or Texas Medical Board within 9 months of start date.
Certification in Advanced Cardiopulmonary Lifesaving certificate
(ACLS) must be attained within 90 days of employment and must be
maintained throughout employment. Must have a current Healthcare
Provider (BLS Level) CPR course completion card or successfully
complete a course upon initial orientation from one of the
following: American Heart Association, American Red Cross Rescuer,
Military Training Network. Skills or Special Abilities Must possess
a thorough working knowledge of radiologic special procedures and
knowledge of computer software applications. Must be able to
demonstrate oral and written communication skills, interpersonal
skills and time management skills. Responsibilities 1. Conducts
specialized examinations in cardiac catheterization, peripheral
vascular studies and/or electrophysiology studies. 2. Serves as a
lead worker and resource to medical and clinical staff as needed.
3. 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.
4. Collaborates with intra-procedure team to provide safe patient
care. Participates consistently in Universal Protocol and site
marking identification (when applicable). 5. 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. 6. 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. 7. 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. 8.
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. Job Accountabilities 1. 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. 2. Stays abreast of the latest
developments, advancements, and trends in the field 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. 3. Maintains knowledge of applicable rules,
regulations, policies, laws and guidelines that impact the area.
Develops effective internal controls designed to promote adherence
with applicable laws, accreditation agency requirements, and
federal, state, and private health plans. Seeks advice and guidance
as needed to ensure proper understanding. Requisition ID:
988905
Keywords: Parkland, The Colony , Cardiac Cath/Ep Tech-PRN, Healthcare , Arlington, Texas
