Cardiovascular Technologist II Cath Lab/IR

Pulse Heart Institute; Olympia (WA); On-site; USD 68,342,736 - 112,963,200; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

$20,000 Sign-on Bonus

Potential relocation bonus up to $10,000

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization in Olympia, WA, is seeking a Cardiovascular Technologist II to support advanced diagnostic and interventional procedures. The role requires proficiency in STEMI interventions, hemodynamic monitoring, and advanced imaging systems. Ideal candidates have a minimum of 2 years of experience in invasive cardiovascular procedures, necessary certifications, and a commitment to high-quality patient care. The position offers competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package, including potential bonuses for new hires.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of recent experience in invasive cardiovascular or interventional radiology procedures.
• Documented competency in high-risk procedural support.
• Advanced certification required within 2 years of hire.

Responsibilities

• Supports high-risk and emergent procedures including STEMI interventions.
• Demonstrates proficiency in advanced access techniques.
• Operates advanced imaging systems and assists in setup.

Skills

Invasive cardiovascular procedures

Interventional radiology procedures

Advanced access techniques

Hemodynamic monitoring

Education

Certification in Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist

Washington State Radiologic Technologist License

Basic Life Support (BLS)

Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)

Tools

Fluoroscopy

IVUS

Hemodynamic recording systems

Job description

**About Pulse Heart Institute** MultiCare’s Pulse Heart Institute is a physician led institute with multi-specialty partnership with Cardiothoracic surgery, vascular and cardiovascular service lines. Our team and state-of-the-art programs create a world-class health care organization and the destination center for cardiac, thoracic, and vascular care with complex structural heart disease and interventions, advanced heart failure service as well as advanced imaging with cutting edge technologies.**FTE: 0.875, Shift: Variable, Schedule: 10 hour shifts with Call Requirements****\*\*\* $20,000 Sign on Bonus for experienced Technologist! Eligible New Hires with 1+ years experience!\*\*\*****Benefits and Incentives****Sign-On Bonus: Potentially up to $20,000****Relocation Bonus: Potentially up to $10,000 (depending on distance of move)****Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and retirement plan with employer contributions.****Time Off & Flexibility: Generous paid time off, extended illness time, and flexible scheduling to support work-life balance.****Professional Growth: Tuition assistance, training programs, and career development opportunities.**#LI-DS1**Position Summary**The Cardiovascular Technologist II is an advanced, multi-service procedural technologist responsible for supporting complex and high-risk diagnostic and interventional procedures across Cardiac Catheterization, Interventional Radiology (IR), and Vascular service lines. This role demonstrates advanced clinical judgment, independent technical proficiency, and the ability to support emergent and high-acuity cases including STEMI, cardiac implants, peripheral vascular interventions, complex embolization, and critical limb procedures. The Technologist II serves as a clinical resource, supports procedural efficiency, and promotes safe, high-reliability operations across all procedural environments.**Essential Functions*** Functions competently across Cath Lab, IR, and Vascular procedural suites.* Supports high-risk and emergent procedures including but not limited to: STEMI and cardiogenic shock interventions; Impella, IABP, and mechanical circulatory support; complex PCI (atherectomy, bifurcation stenting); complex peripheral vascular interventions; pulmonary embolism thrombectomy; embolization and advanced IR procedures.* Demonstrates proficiency in advanced access techniques (i.e. radial, femoral, brachial, & pedal as applicable).* Assists with advanced hemodynamic monitoring and waveform interpretation.* Anticipates equipment and supply needs for complex procedures.* Supports rapid room turnover during high-volume or emergent operations.* Participates in call response for multi-service emergent cases.* Participates in charge capture review and posting logs as needed.* Independently scrubs, monitors, or circulates in high-acuity cases.* Operates advanced imaging systems (fluoroscopy, IVUS, FFR/iFR, hemodynamic recording systems).* Assists in setup and troubleshooting of specialty equipment including mechanical thrombectomy systems, atherectomy platforms, closure devices, and mechanical circulatory support devices.* Demonstrates radiation safety expertise and safety reporting.* Serves as a preceptor for Technologist I staff and orientees.* Participates in performance improvement initiatives (turnaround time, first case on-time starts, equipment standardization).* Contributes to quality metrics such as COAP quality program outcomes, contrast stewardship, radiation dose monitoring, case start efficiency, or STEMI door-to-balloon performance.**Requirements*** Minimum 2 years of recent experience in invasive cardiovascular or interventional radiology procedures.* Documented competency in high-risk procedural support.* Certification through American Registry of Radiologic Technologists in Radiography R.T. (R) or Certification through Cardiovascular Credentialing International as a Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist (RCIS)* Advanced certification in Cardiac Interventional R.T. (CI), Vascular Interventional R.T. (VI), or RCIS required within 2 years of hire* Washington State Radiologic Technologist License required for individuals performing fluoroscoping imaging* Basic Life Support (BLS) & Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) required.* Experience in high-volume STEMI program preferred **Physician-led care** Led by physicians and advanced practice providers who understand patient needs firsthand, ensuring decisions are grounded in clinical expertise and collaboration. **Proven excellence** Pulse units across MultiCare earned the 2025 Chest Pain – MI Registry(TM) Platinum Performance Achievement Award — the only facilities in Washington to receive this distinction. **Comprehensive cardiovascular care** A fully integrated model across cardiology, cardiothoracic surgery and vascular services, supporting the full continuum of care. **People-first culture** We invest in our teams through professional development, supportive leadership and an environment where caregivers can learn, grow and succeed. **Well-being and support** Resources and programs designed to help you maintain balance and feel supported in your work and life. **Pacific Northwest lifestyle** Work and live where natural beauty, adventure and strong community connections are part of everyday life. **Pay and Benefit Expectations**We provide a comprehensive benefits package, including competitive salary, medical, dental and retirement benefits and paid time off. As required by various pay transparency laws, we share a competitive range of compensation for candidates hired into each position. The pay scale is $49.61 - $82.00 USD. However, pay is influenced by factors specific to applicants, including but not limited to: skill set, level of experience, and certification(s) and/or education. If this position is associated with a union contract, pay will be reflective of the appropriate step on the pay scale to which the applicant’s years of experience align.Associated benefit information can be viewed .MultiCare is a not-for-profit health care organization with more than 28,000 team members, including employees, providers and volunteers. MultiCare has been caring for our community for well over a century, since the founding of Tacoma’s first hospital and today is the largest community-based, locally governed system of health in the state of Washington, serving communities across Washington and Northern Idaho. MultiCare’s comprehensive system of health includes numerous primary care, urgent care and specialty services — including Mary Bridge Children’s Hospital & Health Network; MultiCare Indigo Urgent Care; Pulse Heart Institute; MultiCare Medical Associates, affiliated physicians; MultiCare Rockwood Clinic, the largest multispecialty clinic in the Inland Northwest region; and MultiCare Connected Care, our Accountable Care Organization. Thirteen hospitals complete the organization: Allenmore Hospital, Auburn Medical Center, Capital Medical Center, Covington Medical Center, Deaconess Hospital, Good Samaritan Hospital, Mary Bridge Children’s Hospital — the Puget Sound region’s only children’s hospital and state-designated Level II Pediatric Trauma Center for Western Washington — Overlake Medical Center, Navos Behavioral Health Hospital, Valley Hospital, Yakima Valley Hospital, Tacoma General Hospital — which is home to the South Puget Sound region’s only Level IV Neonatal Intensive Care Unit — and Wellfound Behavioral Health Hospital. Our core values of Respect, Integrity, Stewardship, Excellence, Collaboration, Kindness and Joy, serve as our guiding principles and impact every aspect of our organization, including how we provide patient care and what we expect from each other. MultiCare is also proud of our commitment to workforce diversity and culturally competent care. This