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Cath Lab Technologist

Ascension Health

Nashville, TN

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JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Advanced Life Support (ALS), American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT), Asepsis, Cardiac Monitoring, Cardiology, Cardiovascular, Catheterization Laboratory, Clinical Data, Employee Assistance Plan, English Language, Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO), Federal Laws and Regulations, Flexible Spending Accounts, Genetics, Health Plan, Healthcare, Infection Control, Legal, Medical Conditions, Medical Treatment, Military, Nonprofit, Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), Prescription Drugs, Radiography, Radiology, State Laws and Regulations, Testing, Time Tracking, eLearning
LOCATION
Nashville, TN
POSTED
4 days ago
Your future role at a glance


Location: Nashville, TN


Facility: Ascension Saint Thomas Midtown


Department: Cath Lab


Schedule: Full-Time | Day Shift


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


+ Monitor real-time physiological data—including heart rhythms, blood pressures, and oxygen saturations—to instantly detect and communicate critical status changes to the physician during complex procedures.

+ Execute accurate hemodynamic calculations, cardiac output assessments, and intra-procedure testing to equip the care team with vital diagnostic data for informed clinical decisions.

+ Prepare, maintain, and manage specialized cardiovascular supplies and equipment while upholding strict aseptic technique and infection control protocols to safeguard the sterile field.

+ Partner closely with interventional cardiologists by anticipating procedural needs and adapting quickly to evolving case dynamics to ensure optimal patient outcomes.

+ Educate patients and their families on post-procedure care, catheter site monitoring, and activity guidelines to empower a safe, smooth recovery at home.


What minimum requirements you’ll need


Licensure / Certification / Registration:


+ Advanced Life Support obtained within 6 Months (180 days) of 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.


_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) (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12.pdf) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRightsSp6.12.pdf) poster.


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Prospective applicants should be vigilant against fraudulent job offers and interview requests. Scammers may use sophisticated tactics to impersonate Ascension employees. To ensure your safety, please remember: Ascension will never ask for payment or to provide banking or financial information as part of the job application or hiring process. Our legitimate email communications will always come from an @ascension.org email address; do not trust other domains, and an official offer will only be extended to candidates who have completed a job application through our authorized applicant tracking system.


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