CARDIO TECH

Dignity Health; San Luis Obispo (CA); On-site; USD 73,000 - 86,000; Full time

Job summary

French Hospital Medical Center in San Luis Obispo, CA, seeks a Cardiovascular Technologist to support interventional cardiac imaging in its Cath Lab. You will perform diagnostic and therapeutic procedures under physician guidance and operate advanced radiologic equipment, ensuring patient safety and data quality.

The role requires ARRT or CA MRAD certification, BLS/CPR and ACLS, with preferred experience in cardiac catheterization and hemodynamic monitoring.

Qualifications

• Must graduate from an approved Radiologic Technology Certification school in California or be ARRT certified.
• Current or within the past 2 years experience in cardiac catheterization service areas.

Responsibilities

• Perform interventional diagnostic and therapeutic examinations of the heart and blood vessels under physician guidance.
• Prepare patients and operate advanced radiologic equipment.
• Maintain safety and adherence to updated standards and protocols in the Cath Lab.

Skills

CPR (BLS-CPR)

ACLS

Fluoroscopy

Venipuncture

Education

CA Radiologic Technologist certification or ARRT

Job description

Job Summary and Responsibilities

As a Cardiovascular Technologist, you will be at the forefront of cardiac care, utilizing cutting-edge imaging technology to directly impact life‑saving diagnostic and interventional procedures.

Every day, you will expertly perform specialized interventional diagnostic and therapeutic examinations of the heart and blood vessels under physician guidance, meticulously preparing patients, operating advanced radiologic equipment, and contributing critical data for interpretation. You'll ensure the safe, efficient operation of all equipment while maintaining mastery of our latest standards and protocols.

To be successful in this role, you will combine advanced technical proficiency in cardiovascular imaging with a meticulous eye for detail, a commitment to patient safety, and a drive for continuous learning within a dynamic and collaborative Cath Lab team.

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Job Requirements

Required

• Graduate from an approved Radiologic Technology Certification school in California (CA) or passed American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) certification exam.
• Current or within previous 2 years, work in cardiac catheterization service areas (Exceptions made in case by case basis).
• Medical Radiographer: CA (MRAD:CA)
• Basic Life Support - CPR (BLS-CPR)
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
• Fluoroscopy Radiology Tech: CA (FLRAD:CA)

Preferred

• Minimum 3 years current hands‑on x‑ray and scrub experience within an interventional EP Lab
• Angiographic experience with scrubbing.
• Hemodynamic Monitoring Experience. Electrocardiogram (ECG) Interpretation
• Registered Technologist Radiography ARRT (RTR)
• Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist (RCIS)
• Registered Cardiac Electr (RCES)
• Venipuncture (VENIPUNCTURE)

Where You'll Work

French Hospital Medical Center, located in San Luis Obispo, California, has been named one of the Nation’s 100 Top Hospitals by Truven Health Analytics and is rated among the top hospitals in the nation for cardiac, orthopedic, and GI services. French Hospital has achieved the prestigious designation as a Primary Stroke Center by the Joint Commission. The Copeland, Forbes, and Rossi Cardiac Care Center provides the latest innovative cardiac and imaging technology. The hospital is also home to the unique Hearst Cancer Resource Center offering free education, resources, and support to cancer patients and their families. French Hospital Medical Center is a part of Dignity Health’s Southern California Division and is a member of CommonSpirit Health, the largest not‑for‑profit health care system in the nation, boasting an integrated network of top quality hospitals, with physicians from the most prestigious medical schools, and comprehensive outpatient services - all recognized for quality, safety, and service. Each hospital is supported by an active philanthropic Foundation to help meet the growing health care needs of our communities. To learn more go here (http://www.dignityhealth.org/FrenchHospital) to www.dignityhealth.org/FrenchHospital.

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Pay Range

$53.15 - $62.62 /hour

We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.