Cath Lab Technologist

Ascension•Nashville, TN

23d•Onsite

About The Position

This role involves monitoring real-time physiological data during complex procedures, executing hemodynamic calculations, preparing and managing specialized cardiovascular supplies and equipment, partnering with interventional cardiologists, and educating patients and families on post-procedure care.

Requirements

Advanced Life Support obtained within 6 Months (180 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist credentialed from the Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.
Certified Cardiographic Tech credentialed from the Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.
Radiologic Technologist specializing in Radiography credentialed from the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.
High School diploma equivalency with 2 years of cumulative experience OR Associate's degree/Technical degree OR 4 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.

Nice To Haves

Pediatric Advanced Life Support preferred. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.

Responsibilities

Monitor real-time physiological data—including heart rhythms, blood pressures, and oxygen saturations—to instantly detect and communicate critical status changes to the physician during complex procedures.
Execute accurate hemodynamic calculations, cardiac output assessments, and intra-procedure testing to equip the care team with vital diagnostic data for informed clinical decisions.
Prepare, maintain, and manage specialized cardiovascular supplies and equipment while upholding strict aseptic technique and infection control protocols to safeguard the sterile field.
Partner closely with interventional cardiologists by anticipating procedural needs and adapting quickly to evolving case dynamics to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
Educate patients and their families on post-procedure care, catheter site monitoring, and activity guidelines to empower a safe, smooth recovery at home.