Overview: Department: Invasive Cardiology Schedule: Full Time Monday through Friday days, with participation in the on call rotation (30 minute call time) Facility: St. Francis Hospital Location: Evanston, IL The Cath Lab Technologist is responsible for assisting physicians in the diagnosis and treatment of cardiac and peripheral vascular disease by performing diagnostic and interventional procedures in the Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory. The technologist ensures safe and effective operation of imaging equipment, manages hemodynamic monitoring systems, and delivers high-quality patient care in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities: Prepare patients for cardiac catheterization, electrophysiology (EP), and/or interventional radiology procedures, ensuring informed consent and appropriate pre-procedure protocols.

Operate and maintain fluoroscopy, hemodynamic monitoring, and recording systems during diagnostic and interventional procedures.

Scrub in alongside the cardiologist to assist with catheter insertion, wire manipulation, stent deployment, balloon angioplasty, and other therapeutic interventions.

Monitor and document patient vital signs, waveforms, and procedural events accurately in real time.

Administer contrast agents under physician direction, ensuring patient safety and allergy precautions.

Maintain strict adherence to sterile techniques and infection control standards.

Assist in emergency procedures, including CPR, defibrillation, and temporary pacing.

Ensure equipment readiness, daily calibration, and troubleshooting to minimize downtime.

Collaborate with nursing, physicians, and other team members to ensure efficient case flow and positive patient outcomes.

Participate in quality improvement initiatives, radiation safety programs, and continuing education.

Maintain accurate procedure logs and participate in inventory management of supplies and implants.

Qualifications: EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, TRAINING

1 . Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist (RCIS) required. 2. Previous experience in a Cardiovascular Lab; preferred. 3. Cardiovascular technologist training program with emphasis in invasive cardiology and hemodynamic monitoring preferred. 4 . BCLS (AHA) required upon hire and maintain current. 5. Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS); required within 30 days of hire. 6. Proficient computer skills. The company is dedicated to empowering its staff with a comprehensive, competitive benefits package, allowing them the freedom to customize their benefits to fit their unique needs. Our abundant resources, programs, and voluntary options serve as a foundation for individual growth and well-being. Learn more here: Pay Transparency: Saint Francis Hospital offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package that provides employees the flexibility to tailor benefits according to their individual needs. Our Total Rewards package includes, but is not limited to, paid time off, a 401K retirement plan, medical, dental, and vision coverage, tuition reimbursement, and many more voluntary benefit options. A reasonable compensation estimate for this role, which includes estimated wages, benefits, and other forms of compensation, is $34.00 to $49.29. The exact starting compensation to be offered will be determined at the time of selecting an applicant for hire, in which a wide range of factors will be considered, including but not limited to, skillset, years of applicable experience, education, credentials and licensure. Employment Status: Full Time Shift: Days Equal Employment Opportunity: Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. Company prohibits discrimination against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (subject to applicable law), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. Know Your Rights: