OakBend Medical Center·Richmond, Texas
The Cath Lab Technologist provides patient care by monitoring, scrubbing, and circulating during invasive procedures. They must manage equipment and supplies while ensuring a high standard of care in the Cath Lab environment.
The Cath Lab Technologist provides care for patients having procedures in the Cath Lab in the role of monitoring, scrubbing and circulating. Demonstrates an understanding of all invasive procedures, the equipment and supplies for each procedure, and indications for performing each procedure. Must be able to take call and live within 30 minutes of hospital, and/or make accommodations for being within 30 minutes of hospital when taking call.
MINIMUM EDUCATION: Associate Degree. MINIMUM WORK EXPERIENCE: Two years prior Cath Lab experience, performing both diagnostic and interventional procedures, is preferred. REQUIRED LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS: BLS and ACLS certification required though American Heart Association. RCIS or ARRT required upon hire date. REQUIRED SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, AND ABILITIES: Basic computer knowledge. Exhibits strong interpersonal and team player skills with all levels of the healthcare team. Proficiency in interpreting ECGs and hemodynamic pressure monitoring preferred. ABOUT OAKBEND: OakBend Medical Center is an independent hospital providing exceptional and compassionate care to patients and the community since 1950. The OakBend family consists of outstanding team members caring for the community at three hospitals and many specialty centers. OakBend’s services and programs include its signature No Wait ER, an advanced trauma center, certified stroke program, hospital air ambulance services and a hospital-based skilled nursing facility. We remain committed to providing a rewarding environment to our team members, to providing necessary services to the community and to developing the best methods to care for our patients, ensuring a healthy future for generations.
Candidates must have an Associate Degree and RCIS or ARRT certification, with BLS and ACLS certifications required. Two years of experience in diagnostic and interventional procedures is preferred.
Market context
In Texas, Cath Lab Technologist openings often reflect steady demand in hospitals and cardiac centers that support diagnostic and interventional procedures. These roles are competitive because employers usually look for an associate degree, RCIS or ARRT certification, and current BLS and ACLS credentials, with experience in both diagnostic and interventional work preferred. Before applying, compare the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this page with the original posting so you can confirm your certifications and procedure experience match the role.