Cath Lab Technologist

Ascension; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus up to $6,000

Health insurance

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Ascension Saint Thomas West in Nashville seeks a dedicated Cath Lab professional to support real-time cardiovascular procedures in a fast-paced environment. You will collaborate with physicians to ensure precise data capture and a safe procedural workflow.

You will manage sterile setup, monitor hemodynamic data, and educate patients and families on recovery, care, and warning signs. A strong focus on infection control and teamwork supports optimal patient outcomes.

Qualifications

• ALS within 6 months of hire date; AH A/Red Cross accepted.
• BLS within 30 days of hire; AH A/Red Cross accepted.
• CCI CVIS or Cardiographic Tech or ARRT Radiography credential prior to hire.

Responsibilities

• Track real-time physiological data to instantly detect and communicate critical status changes to the physician during complex cardiovascular cases.
• Execute accurate hemodynamic calculations, cardiac output assessments, and intra-procedure testing to give the care team immediate, actionable diagnostic data.
• Prepare, maintain, and sterilely handle specialized equipment and supplies to maintain a safe, sterile environment throughout every procedure.
• Partner with the physician by anticipating case needs, adapting quickly to changing patient conditions, and ensuring seamless room setup and infection control standards.
• Educate patients and their families on post-procedure catheter site care, recovery expectations, and warning signs to ensure a safe transition home.

Skills

Attention to detail

Team communication

Patient education

Education

High School diploma equivalency with 2 years experience

Associate's degree/Technical degree

4 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience

Job description

• Track real-time physiological dataâincluding heart rhythms, blood pressures, and saturationsâto instantly detect and communicate critical status changes to the physician during complex cardiovascular cases.
• Execute accurate hemodynamic calculations, cardiac output assessments, and intra-procedure testing to give the care team immediate, actionable diagnostic data.
• Prepare, maintain, and sterilely handle specialized equipment and supplies to maintain a safe, sterile environment throughout every procedure.
• Partner with the physician by anticipating case needs, adapting quickly to changing patient conditions, and ensuring seamless room setup and infection control standards.
• Educate patients and their families on post-procedure catheter site care, recovery expectations, and warning signs to ensure a safe transition home.

Your future role at a glance

• Location: Nashville, TN
• Facility: Ascension Saint Thomas West
• Department: Cath Lab
• Schedule: Full-Time | Day Shift
• Sign-on bonus: Up to $6,000

How you’ll make an impact in this role

• Track real-time physiological dataâincluding heart rhythms, blood pressures, and saturationsâto instantly detect and communicate critical status changes to the physician during complex cardiovascular cases.
• Execute accurate hemodynamic calculations, cardiac output assessments, and intra-procedure testing to give the care team immediate, actionable diagnostic data.
• Prepare, maintain, and sterilely handle specialized equipment and supplies to maintain a safe, sterile environment throughout every procedure.
• Partner with the physician by anticipating case needs, adapting quickly to changing patient conditions, and ensuring seamless room setup and infection control standards.
• Educate patients and their families on post-procedure catheter site care, recovery expectations, and warning signs to ensure a safe transition home.

What Minimum Requirements You’ll Need

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

• 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.
• One or more of the following required:
  • 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.
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support preferred. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.

Education

• 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.

Benefits that help you thrive

• Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
• Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
• Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning
• Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
• Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits
• Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more

Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you'll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

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Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EOO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster.

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