Cath Lab Technologist

Ascension Healthcare; Pensacola (FL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health coverage

Employer-matched 403(b)

Pro-rated PTO & holidays

Tuition reimbursement (Vocare)

Employee Assistance Program

Parental leave

Adoption assistance

Other benefits

Job summary

Ascension Sacred Heart Pensacola invites experienced professionals to join the Cardiac Cath Lab as a full-time team member. You will monitor real-time patient data, assist during procedures, ensure asepsis, and collaborate with physicians and the surgical team to deliver safe, high-quality care.

This role requires BLS within 30 days, RCIS/ARRT or equivalent credentials, and Life Support certifications; high school diploma with experience or higher degrees accepted.

Qualifications

• BLS Provider within 1 month (30 days) of hire date or transfer date. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
• One or more of the following credentials before hire: RCIS, ARRT Rad Tech License, CCI Electrophysiology, or Florida radiologic credentials.
• Advanced Life Support (ALS). American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS). American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
• High School diploma equivalency with 2 years of cumulative experience OR Associate's/Technical degree OR 4 years of applicable cumulative job-specific experience.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a 360-degree view of patient health, monitoring real-time physiological data and communicating changes to the physician and surgical team.
• Perform and interpret intra-procedural testing, including oxygen saturation runs and cardiac output assessments.
• Demonstrate expertise with procedures and equipment, ensuring asepsis and adapting to physician needs.
• Support safety by managing room setup, infection control, sharps safety, and waste management.

Education

Education requirements

Tools

RCIS/ARRT License

CCI Electrophysiology Credential

ARRT Radiologic Technologist Credential

Florida Radiologic Technology Credential

Job description

Your future role at a glance

Location: Pensacola, FL

Facility: Ascension Sacred Heart Pensacola

Department: Cardiac Cath Lab

Schedule: Day l Full-time | 4x10s with call requirements

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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 97,000+ 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.

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

How you’ll make an impact in this role

• You will maintain a 360-degree view of patient health, actively monitoring real-time physiological data- including heart rate, rhythm, and pressures. You’ll be the "eyes of the room," anticipating subtle changes in catheter position or patient status and communicating them instantly to the physician and surgical team.
• Beyond the basics, you’ll perform and interpret critical intra-procedural testing. You will be responsible for oxygen saturation runs, calculating cardiac output, and assessing shunting to provide the data that drives clinical decision-making.
• You will demonstrate an expert-level understanding of our diverse suite of procedures and specialized equipment. From ensuring strict asepsis to adapting on the fly to a physician’s specific case needs, your preparation is what makes our lab run seamlessly.
• You’ll champion a culture of safety by managing room setup, maintaining infection control protocols, and ensuring the highest standards of sharps safety and waste management.

What minimum requirements you’ll need

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

Required Credential(s):

• BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
• One or more of the following:
• Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist credentialed from the Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.
• Cardiographic Tech specializing in Electrophysiology credentialed from the Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.
• Radiologic Technologist credentialed from the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.
• Radiologic Technologist credentialed from the Florida Radiologic Technology obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date
• Advanced Life Support. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
• High School diploma equivalency with 2 years of cumulative experience OR Associate'sdegree/Technical degree OR 4 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.

What additional preferences we're seeking

• An active RCIS OR ARRT Rad Tech License is needed for this role.

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