Cath Lab Technologist

Ascension; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

403(b) match

PTO and holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Parental leave

Other benefits

Job summary

Ascension in Nashville, TN is seeking a skilled Cath Lab professional for a Full-Time Day Shift. You will monitor real-time patient data, perform hemodynamic assessments, and support complex cardiovascular procedures with a focus on safety and sterile technique.

The role requires ALs/BLS within specified windows and related certifications; a high school equivalency or higher with applicable experience is expected. Competitive benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• Advanced Life Support obtained within 6 months of hire date or transfer date.
• BLS Provider obtained within 1 month of hire date or transfer date.
• One or more of: CCI Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist, CCI Cardiographic Tech, or ARRT Radiologic Technologist in Radiography.
• PALS preferred.

Responsibilities

• Track real-time physiological data including heart rhythms, blood pressures and saturations.
• Perform hemodynamic calculations and cardiac output assessments for immediate diagnostic data.
• Prepare, maintain and sterilely handle equipment to keep a safe procedure environment.
• Collaborate with physician by anticipating needs and ensuring proper room setup and infection control.
• Educate patients and families on post-procedure site care and recovery expectations.

Skills

Patient monitoring

Hemodynamics

Infection control

Team collaboration

Education

High school equiv + 2 yrs exp

Assoc/technical degree

Tools

Radiography tech

Sterile equipment handling

Job description

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

Your future role at a glance

• Location: Nashville, TN
• Facility: Ascension Saint Thomas Midtown
• 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.

Equal employment opportunity employer

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 EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster.