Lab technologist

Role Summary:
Seeking a skilled and passionate Cardiac Cath Lab Technologist II to join their high-performing cardiovascular team. In this critical role, you’ll play an integral part in delivering advanced cardiac care by supporting diagnostic and interventional catheterization procedures. This is a unique opportunity to work at the heart of cardiac innovation — monitoring patient status, assisting physicians during complex procedures, and ensuring the highest standards of safety, precision, and compassion.

As a senior-level technologist, you’ll bring clinical expertise, leadership, and a deep understanding of cardiovascular pathologies, making a direct impact on patient outcomes every single day.

Key Responsibilities:

• Demonstrate expert knowledge of cardiac, vascular, respiratory, and renal physiology and pathology.

• Monitor and assist in a wide range of diagnostic and interventional cardiac catheterization procedures.

• Interpret ECG waveforms, including lethal arrhythmias and signs of myocardial infarction or chamber enlargement; intervene per ACLS protocols when necessary.

• Assist in the use and interpretation of advanced imaging techniques, including intravascular ultrasound, Doppler velocimetry, and cine angiographic projections.

• Calculate and interpret hemodynamic parameters and cardiac pressure waveforms.

• Identify coronary anatomy and support physicians during angioplasty (PTCA), atherectomy, and other complex procedures.

• Prepare and manage the procedural table setup and required sterile supplies.

• Operate and understand the full suite of cath lab fluoroscopy and imaging equipment.

• Accurately document catheterization events and monitor patient status in real-time using specialized systems.

• Perform ACT (Activated Clotting Time) testing, cardiac outputs, and O₂ saturations.

• Understand and assist in electrophysiologic studies, pacemaker implants, defibrillator placements, and therapeutic ablation procedures.

• Recognize abnormal lab values (e.g., ABGs, electrolytes, hemoglobin, BUN, creatinine) and report to physicians promptly.

• Demonstrate complete familiarity with cardiac medications (generic/trade names), their uses, dosages, and pharmacologic actions.

• Lead and participate in special projects and relevant department committees as needed.

• Support orientation and training of new staff and promote continuous learning and team development.

• Uphold the highest standards of medical ethics, patient privacy, and safety throughout all clinical interactions.

• Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.

• Graduate of an accredited Allied Health program in one of the following:

  • Cardiovascular Technology

  • Radiologic Technology

  • Respiratory Therapy

  • Cardiac or Vascular Sonography

  • Exercise Science or equivalent

• Active RCIS , RCES , or ARRT certification with Cardiac Interventional (CI) or Vascular Interventional (VI) credential.

• BLS certification (required at time of hire).

• ACLS certification (required within 6 months of hire).

• Previous hospital Cath Lab experience is required.

• Proven scrub experience in a cardiac catheterization setting.

• Strong communication, critical thinking, and team collaboration skills

Desired Qualifications

• Prior experience in a high-acuity, fast-paced cath lab environment.

• Ability to lead or participate in training, special projects, or quality improvement initiatives.

• Familiarity with cardiac-specific electronic documentation systems.

• Comfortable taking call and responding to emergency cardiac procedures.

Location and Work Type:

• On-site position based in Michigan.

• This is a 13-week contract with the potential for extension.

If you're interested, please reply to this advertisement or directly email your resume to me at [email protected] or by calling/texting (949) 295-5951.

I strive to reply within 48 hours. Looking forward to connecting with you soon. Thank you!