Cath Lab Technologist

Ascension; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off (PTO)

Health insurance options

Retirement benefits

Tuition reimbursement

EAP

Job summary

A leading healthcare facility in Nashville is seeking a Full-Time Cardiovascular Specialist to assist in analyzing and treating cardiac conditions. Responsibilities include physiological monitoring during procedures and patient education. Candidates must hold relevant certifications and have at least a high school diploma or equivalent. Join a mission-driven team committed to community care and support, with extensive health benefits and opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• Advanced Life Support must be obtained before hire.
• BLS Provider certification within 1 month of hire.
• Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist or equivalent credential required.

Responsibilities

• Assist with procedures to analyze and treat the cardiovascular system.
• Perform active physiological monitoring during procedures.
• Educate patients regarding post-procedure care.
• Educate patients on post-procedure monitoring and activity limits.
• Ensure infection control and safety procedures are followed.

Skills

Advanced Life Support

Basic Life Support

Pediatric Advanced Life Support

Education

High School diploma equivalency or Associate's degree

Associate's degree/Technical degree

4 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience

Tools

CCI credential

CCIR Radiologic credential

ARRT Radiography credential

Job description

Job Details

• Department: Cath Lab/Structural Heart
• Schedule: Full-Time, Days - 40hrs/wk (6:30am-5pm) (No Call/No Weekends/No Holidays)
• Hospital: Ascension Saint Thomas West
• Location: Nashville, TN

Benefits

• Paid time off (PTO)
• Various health insurance options & wellness plans
• Retirement benefits including employer match plans
• Long‑term & short‑term disability
• Employee assistance programs (EAP)
• Parental leave & adoption assistance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Ways to give back to your community

Benefit options and eligibility vary by position. Compensation varies based on factors including, but not limited to, experience, skills, education, performance, location and salary range at the time of the offer.

Responsibilities

• Assist with procedures to analyze, diagnose and treat the cardiovascular system.
• Perform active physiological monitoring of heart rate, rhythm, pressures, and saturations. Anticipate changes during cases that indicate necessary information, such as catheter position. Accurately identify and communicate patient condition changes to the physician and team.
• Routinely perform patient testing and/or monitoring to include oxygen saturation, cardiac output, shunting, hemodynamic calculations and other intra‑procedure testing and resulting as applicable.
• Demonstrate knowledge and variation of procedures, including the equipment/supplies used for performance. Demonstrate proper handling, preparation, and maintains asepsis.
• Anticipate and adapt to physician and case needs.
• Assist with room setup, patient transport and post‑procedure clean‑up. Ensure infection control and sharp safety procedures are followed regarding waste and reusable products.
• Perform patient education regarding post‑procedure monitoring and care of catheter insertion site.
• Provide instructions and information regarding activity including normal, variant and issues requiring intervention.

Requirements

• Advanced Life Support obtained prior to 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.

Additional Preferences

Cath Lab Experience Required.

Why Join Our Team

Ascension Saint Thomas is a leading health care system with a 125‑year history of providing care to the community, and is the only faith‑based, non‑profit health system in Middle Tennessee. Today, the health system offers a highly comprehensive system of care, consisting of a network of hospitals, affiliated joint ventures, medical practices, clinics and specialty facilities.

Ascension is a leading non‑profit, faith‑based national health system made up of thousands of associates delivering compassionate, personalized care across hospitals, clinics and senior living communities.

Our Mission, Vision and Values encompass everything we do at Ascension. Every associate is empowered to give back, volunteer and make a positive impact in their community. Ascension careers are more than jobs; they are opportunities to enhance your life and the lives of the people around you.

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