Cardiovascular Technician

HCA Florida Northside Hospital; Saint Petersburg (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical benefits

Well-being support including counseling services

401(k) plan with employer match

Education support and tuition assistance

Flexible spending accounts

Job summary

HCA Florida Northside Hospital is seeking a Cardiac Cath Lab Technologist to join its medical team. This role involves assisting physicians during complex cardiac procedures and delivering compassionate care to patients and families. Candidates should expect to handle advanced equipment and ensure a safe treatment environment.

The position requires advanced certifications within specified time frames and a preference for candidates with prior experience. Comprehensive benefits and well-being support will be provided.

Qualifications

• Advanced Cardiac Life Support must be obtained within 30 days of employment start date.
• Basic Cardiac Life Support must be obtained within 30 days of employment start date.
• ARRT-R, RT, RRT/RCP- State, RCIS, or Paramedic certification required within 2 years of employment.

Responsibilities

• Assist physicians with cardiac and vascular procedures.
• Prepare and support patients and families with care and education.
• Operate and maintain advanced equipment for treatment.
• Monitor patient responses and advocate for their care.
• Safeguard a sterile, safe environment.

Skills

Assisting with cardiac procedures

Patient monitoring

Compassionate patient care

Education

Vocational School Graduate or High School Graduate/GED

Job description

Job Summary And Qualifications

Every heartbeat matters—and as a Cardiac Cath Lab Technologist, you’ll be part of the team that protects them. In this role, you’ll stand alongside physicians and colleagues to deliver advanced care during lifesaving cardiac procedures. With access to state‑of‑the‑art cath lab technology, a strong team by your side, and the support you need to balance work and life, you’ll be empowered to deliver safe, high‑quality care you take pride in delivering. From guiding patients and families through their journey to ensuring precision in every step of treatment, you’ll bring both skill and compassion to moments that improve more lives in more ways.

Your Responsibilities Will Include

• Assisting physicians with complex cardiac and vascular procedures, including angiograms, angioplasties, and stent placements
• Preparing and supporting patients and families with care, education, and reassurance before, during, and after procedures
• Operating and maintaining advanced equipment to deliver safe and effective treatment
• Monitoring patient responses with vigilance and compassion to ensure the highest level of care
• Safeguarding a sterile, safe environment while serving as an advocate for every patient

What Qualifications You Will Need

• Advanced Cardiac Life Support must be obtained within 30 days of employment start date
• Basic Cardiac Life Support must be obtained within 30 days of employment start date
• (ARRT‑R) Radiography, or (RT) Radiologic Technologist/Radiographer, or (RRT/RCP‑State) Respiratory Therapist/Practitioner, or (RCIS) Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist, or Paramedic must be obtained within 2 years of employment start date
• Vocational School Graduate, or High School Graduate/GED
• 1 year of experience preferred

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits for medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health, and telemedicine services
• Well‑being support, including free counseling and referral services
• Time‑away‑from‑work programs for paid time off, paid family leave, long‑ and short‑term disability coverage and leaves of absence
• Savings and retirement resources, including a 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support and financial wellbeing counseling
• Education support through tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships, and a partnership with Galen College of Nursing
• Additional benefits for fertility and family building, adoption assistance, life insurance, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection and consumer discounts

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Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

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We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.