Technologist Catheterization Lab

Ascension; Mount Pleasant (WI); On-site; USD 39,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage including medical, and

403(b) retirement plan

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Employee assistance program

Parental leave

Pet insurance

Job summary

Ascension seeks a skilled cardiovascular technician to assist with analyzing, diagnosing and treating the cardiovascular system in procedural settings. You’ll monitor heart rate, rhythm, pressures, and saturations, communicate changes to the physician, and support intra-procedure testing and aseptic care.

In this role you’ll help with room setup, patient transport, and post-procedure education for activity and catheter care, ensuring safety and infection control throughout every case at our

Qualifications

• BLS Provider certification within 1 month of hire date.
• CCI cardiovascular invasive specialist or electrophysiology credential prior to hire.
• ARRT Radiography credential prior to hire.
• Preferred: Advanced Life Support.
• Preferred: Pediatric Advanced Life Support.

Responsibilities

• Monitor heart rate, rhythm, pressures, and saturations during procedures.
• Communicate patient condition changes to physician and team.
• Perform intra-procedure testing and hemodynamic calculations.
• Maintain asepsis and proper equipment handling during procedures.
• Assist with room setup, patient transport, and post-procedure cleanup.
• Educate patients on post-procedure monitoring and activity.

Skills

Physiological monitoring

Cardiac rhythm monitoring

Intra-procedure testing

Aseptic technique

Patient education

Education

Associates/Technical degree

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

BLS certification

CCI credential

ARRT Radiography

Job description

Your future role at a glance

Assists with procedures to analyze, diagnose and treat the cardiovascular system.

How you’ll make an impact in this role

• Performs active physiological monitoring of heart rate, rhythm, pressures, and saturations. Anticipates changes during cases that indicate necessary information, such as catheter position. Accurately identifies and communicates patient condition changes to the physician and team.
• Routinely performs patient testing and/or monitoring to include oxygen saturation, cardiac output, shunting, hemodynamic calculations and other intra-procedure testing and resulting as applicable.
• Demonstrates knowledge and variation of procedures, including the equipment/supplies used for performance. Demonstrates proper handling, preparation, and maintains asepsis.
• Anticipates and adapts to physician and case needs.
• Assists with room setup, patient transport and post-procedure clean‑up. Ensures infection control and sharp safety procedures are followed regarding waste and reusable products.
• Performs patient education regarding post‑procedure monitoring and care of catheter insertion site. Provides instructions and information regarding activity including normal, variant and issues requiring intervention.

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 specializing in Radiography credentialed from the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.

• Preferred Credential(s):
  • Advanced Life Support. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
  • Pediatric Advanced Life Support. 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.

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