Cardiac Cath Lab Tech
About The Position
The Cardiac Cath Lab Tech works under the general direction of a physician (Cardiologist/Radiologist) and assists with diagnostic and therapeutic cardiovascular procedures by scrubbing procedures or monitoring physiologic and hemodynamic data. The role includes preparing the procedure room, monitoring levels of instruments and supplies, participating in staff meetings and performance improvement activities, and training new staff. The technician assists in all aspects of invasive and noninvasive cardiac procedures. This position is in the Cardiology department at St. Francis Hospital in Evanston, Illinois. The schedule is days, 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., with 30 minutes of on-call time. The hospital describes its work environment as a Level I Trauma Center with advanced imaging technology and interventional cardiology procedures, including emergent STEMI care, structural heart interventions, and complex diagnostic cases. The role is part of a collaborative, physician-led team. A $10,000 sign-on bonus is available for qualified candidates; eligibility and payout terms apply and are discussed during the interview process. Compensation is estimated at $34.00 to $49.29, with the exact starting compensation determined based on factors including skills, applicable experience, education, credentials, and licensure. Benefits include paid time off, a 401(k) retirement plan, medical, dental, and vision coverage, tuition reimbursement, and other voluntary options. Shift differentials and on-call compensation may be available.
Requirements
- ARRT-R certification and a state-required license, or Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist (RCIS) certification.
- BCLS (AHA) certification required upon hire and must be maintained.
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification required within 30 days of hire.
- Proficient computer skills.
Nice To Haves
- Previous experience in a Cardiovascular Lab.
- Completion of a cardiovascular technologist training program with an emphasis in invasive cardiology and hemodynamic monitoring.
Responsibilities
- Assist with diagnostic and therapeutic procedures in the cardiovascular lab by scrubbing procedures or monitoring physiologic and hemodynamic data.
- Ensure the procedure room is adequately prepared for procedures.
- Monitor par levels of instruments and supplies.
- Participate in departmental staff meetings and performance improvement activities.
- Participate in training new staff.
- Assist in all aspects of invasive and noninvasive cardiac procedures.
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits package with options to customize coverage.
- Paid time off.
- 401(k) retirement plan.
- Medical coverage.
- Dental coverage.
- Vision coverage.
- Tuition reimbursement.
- Voluntary benefit options.
- Potential shift differentials and on-call compensation.
- $10,000 sign-on bonus for qualified candidates, subject to eligibility and payout terms.
- Ongoing education, certification support, and career advancement opportunities.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
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