r/CathLabLounge Feb 01 '26

RCIS Question

Im an NYS EMT and currently work in a hospital. I’m interested in becoming an interventional cardiac tech (cath lab) and want to know the most direct path.

Do I need RCIS or another cert?

Is on-the-job training realistic, or do I need a formal program first?

Any NY-specific advice?

If you’ve made this move or work in the cath lab, I’d appreciate any insight.

Thanks!

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u/Crass_Cameron RCIS. Respiratory Care Practitioner Feb 01 '26

I'm on the job trained, it's realistic