University of Texas Medical Branch (UTMB)·Webster, Texas
The technologist will deliver high-quality patient care and technical expertise during Cardiac Catheterization and Electrophysiology procedures, competently performing emergency interventions under the guidance of a cardiologist or electrophysiologist. Essential functions include preparing patients, monitoring hemodynamics, documenting procedural events, and performing various departmental roles such as circulator, monitor, or scrub assistant.
Required education & experience
• Associate of Science degree or completion of a Cardiovascular Technology program or equivalent training.
Functions may differ based on specialty between radiologic trained technologists and cardiovascular trained technologist. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Prepares patient for Cardiac Cath and EP procedures by accurately assessing patient’s needs and providing patient education.
Monitors and documents hemodynamics and procedural events including moderate sedation per Moderation policy and departmental guidelines.
Competent in identifying cardiac rhythms, waveforms and abnormal ranges and taking appropriate intervention
Demonstrates ability to perform different aspects of responsibilities within the department such as circulator, monitor, scrub and holding area personnel assistant.
Provides for patient safety related to age and condition. Assists with patient restraints and maintains precautions. Collects, reports, and documents data related to patient needs/emergencies and unusual patient and family behavior.
Demonstrates knowledge and skills to interpret and respond to patient data and hemodynamic responses during pre, intra and post Cath and EP procedures.
Performs and reports point of care testing (POCT).
Provides and maintains a clean, safe environment and performs and/or assists others to perform proper aseptic and sterile technique, isolation procedures and infection control measures.
May support physicians in diagnosing and treating cardiac and peripheral vascular ailments with the use of a catheter determined by credentials.
Radiology
Specialized
Functions:
Operates computer and radiographic equipment for image production and documentation of images and performs quality control measures for the purpose of ensuring optimal quality images.
Practices proper entries and records on Radiology Information System, Cardiac Catheterization System, and Hospital Information System
Monitors radiation exposure including examination of the lead aprons for the department dependent on specialty.
Practices safety measures in radiography and Environment of Care dependent on specialty.
Marginal or
Periodic
Functions:
Performs related duties as required
Salary to commensurate experience.
Equal Employment Opportunity UTMB Health strives to provide equal opportunity employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state or local laws unless such distinction is required by law. As a Federal Contractor, UTMB Health takes affirmative action to hire and advance protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
A minimum requirement is an Associate of Science degree or completion of a Cardiovascular Technology program or equivalent training, along with required certifications including ARRTR and Certified Medical Radiologic Technologist, or RCIS, and current BLS/ACLS. Preferred qualifications include experience in Cardiac Cath and/or Interventional Radiology.
Market context
Texas allied-health employers often look for CT technologists with current ARRT registration, Texas Medical Board CMRT, AHA BLS, and prior CT experience, so demand tends to favor candidates who already meet core credentialing requirements. These roles are competitive because employers need clinicians who can work independently, maintain imaging quality, and keep pace with patient volume. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to quickly confirm your credentials, then verify any state-specific licensing details before applying.