Job Description

Cardiac Cath Lab Tech

Location: Chicago, Illinois, USA
Positions: 1 full-time position
Experience: 3–20 years
Compensation: Bonus eligible, including a $5,000 sign-on bonus

About the Hospital and Medical Center

The hospital and medical center is committed to providing quality healthcare through innovation, ethical practice, and clinical technology. Its mission is to deliver high-quality service, foster leadership development, and advance neuroscience, medicine, and ethics. The organization partners with the community to provide patient care.

The Opportunity

We are seeking a dedicated Cardiac Cath Lab Tech to perform technical functions and provide patient care in the cardiac catheterization lab, procedure room, and associated areas, as assigned by the director or supervisor. The role includes using electrocardiography (EKG) equipment to detect heart or blood vessel issues, taking patient medical histories, and assisting physicians during procedures.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor, analyze, obtain, calculate, and document data during procedures, and alert physicians to abnormalities or changes in patient responses.
• Assist with ordering supplies and maintaining inventory; support cost efficiency, provide information for future needs, and contribute to process improvement within the department.
• Explain testing procedures to patients to encourage cooperation and reduce anxiety.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED and two years of relevant experience, or an associate or technical degree.
• Diploma from a cardiovascular technology school or graduation from a licensed radiologic technology school.
• Cath lab experience required.
• At least two years of experience in a healthcare setting preferred.
• Knowledge of sterile technique preferred.
• RT with VI or CI credential preferred.
• Ability to build effective interpersonal relationships and foster a positive working environment.

Licenses and Certifications

• RCIS registry or ARRT licensure
• BLS
• ACLS within 90 days of hire
• Basic Arrhythmia within 90 days of hire

Why Join Us?

We are an equal opportunity employer and value workplace diversity. If you would like to join our team, please apply now.

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