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Cardiac Catheterization Technologist jobs are open across hospitals, cardiac specialty centers, and ambulatory surgery centers, from entry-level to senior and lead roles, with specializations in interventional cardiology, electrophysiology, and peripheral vascular procedures. Find a role that fits from the openings below and apply directly.
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Job Summary
Provides technical assistance to performing physician during diagnostic and interventional cardiac catheterizations, structural heart procedures, and other related procedures. Responsible for direct care of patient during procedure as well as management of hemostasis post procedure. Meets the qualifications to provide care for patients in the specific age range in their assigned laboratory.
Job Duties
- Assists the physician with adult and pediatric cardiac catheterizations including but not limited to the following procedures and techniques: myocardial biopsy, transluminal coronary angioplasty and stenting, rotational atherectomy, temporary pacemaker insertion, pericardiocentesis, Swan-Ganz catheter insertion, cardiac assist device insertion, percutaneous valvuloplasty, percutaneous valve implantation, peripheral vascular diagnostic and interventional procedures.
- Practice of sterile technique preparing for procedure including scrubbing, applying surgical gown, gloving, draping and setup of instrument table.
- Performs emergency therapeutic maneuvers during procedures.
- Initiates life support techniques in the event of a cardiac and respiratory arrest including CPR, defibrillation, temporary pacemaker insertion and airway management.
- Assists with ongoing clinical research trials pertinent to the cardiac catheterization laboratory.
- Records, monitors, and assesses hemodynamic data collected during catheterizations.
- Responsible for primary and secondary hemostasis during and after procedure.
- Operates and ensures the quality control of hemodynamic recording devices, fluoroscopy and cine-angiographic x-ray equipment, oxygen consumption equipment, and blood analysis equipment.
- Exhibits extensive knowledge of all related equipment within the catheterization laboratory.
- Assists with the training and orientation of students, techs, cardiology fellows, and cardiac catheterization technologists new to the department.
- Preparation of arterial lines.
- Performs appropriate billing for services rendered or equipment used as related to cardiac catheterization.
- Collection and analysis of arterial and venous blood samples including specimens sent to laboratory, blood gases, and saturations.
- Participates in Joint Commission-mandated educational programs.
Work is typically performed in a clinical environment. Accountable for satisfying all job specific obligations and complying with all organization policies and procedures. The specific statements in this profile are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements considered necessary to successfully perform the job. Additional competencies and skills outlined in any department-specific orientation will be considered essential to the performance of the job related to that position.
Position Details
Required Qualifications:
- Graduate of an accredited cardiovascular technology, Radiologic Technology, or allied health program required
- RCIS certification required within 3 years of employment
- BLS required within 6 months of hire
- ACLS required within 6 months of hire
While not required, the following backgrounds are preferred or may be considered as related experience:
- Radiologic Technologist with active ARRT certification
- Respiratory Therapist with at least two (2) years of experience Certified Surgical Technologist with at least two (2) years of experience
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Hiring Incentive: This position qualifies for a $15,000 sign-on bonus paid over two years. Certain stipulations do apply.
Benefits of working at Geisinger:
- Full benefits (health, dental and vision) starting on day one
- Three medical plan choices, including an expanded network for out-of-area employees and dependents
- Pre-tax savings plans with healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts (FSA) and a health savings account (HSA)
- Company-paid life insurance, short-term disability, and long-term disability coverage
- 401(k) plan that includes automatic Geisinger contributions
- Generous paid time off (PTO) plan that allows you to accrue time quickly
- Up to $5,000 in tuition reimbursement per calendar year
- MyHealth Rewards wellness program to improve your health while earning a financial incentive
- Family-friendly support including adoption and fertility assistance, parental leave pay, military leave pay and a free Care.com membership with discounted backup care for your loved ones
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Referrals for childcare, eldercare, & pet care. Access free legal guidance, mental health visits, work-life support, digital self-help tools and more.
- Voluntary benefits including accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, identity theft protection, universal life and pet and legal insurance
Education
Graduate from Specialty Training Program-Radiologic Technology (Required), Associate's Degree-Related Field of Study (Preferred)Experience
Minimum of 7 years-Related work experience (Required)Certification(s) and License(s)
Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist (RCIS) - Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI); Basic Life Support Certification - Default Issuing Body; ACLS Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification within 6 months - American Heart Association (AHA)About Geisinger
Founded more than 100 years ago by Abigail Geisinger, the system now includes ten hospital campuses, a 550,000-member health plan, two research centers and the Geisinger Commonwealth School of Medicine. With nearly 24,000 employees and more than 1,700 employed physicians, Geisinger boosts its hometown economies in Pennsylvania by billions of dollars annually. Learn more at geisinger.org or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and Twitter.
Equal Opportunity Employer
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws.
Our Vision & Values
Everything we do is about making better health easier for our patients, our members, our students, our Geisinger family and our communities.
KINDNESS: We strive to treat everyone as we would hope to be treated ourselves.
EXCELLENCE: We treasure colleagues who humbly strive for excellence.
LEARNING: We share our knowledge with the best and brightest to better prepare the caregivers for tomorrow.
INNOVATION: We constantly seek new and better ways to care for our patients, our members, our community, and the nation.
SAFETY: We provide a safe environment for our patients and members and the Geisinger family.
Our Benefits
We offer healthcare benefits for full time and part time positions from day one, including vision, dental and prescription coverage.
Job Summary
Provides technical assistance to performing physician during diagnostic and interventional cardiac catheterizations, structural heart procedures, and other related procedures. Responsible for direct care of patient during procedure as well as management of hemostasis post procedure. Meets the qualifications to provide care for patients in the specific age range in their assigned laboratory.
Job Duties
- Assists the physician with adult and pediatric cardiac catheterizations including but not limited to the following procedures and techniques: myocardial biopsy, transluminal coronary angioplasty and stenting, rotational atherectomy, temporary pacemaker insertion, pericardiocentesis, Swan-Ganz catheter insertion, cardiac assist device insertion, percutaneous valvuloplasty, percutaneous valve implantation, peripheral vascular diagnostic and interventional procedures.
- Practice of sterile technique preparing for procedure including scrubbing, applying surgical gown, gloving, draping and setup of instrument table.
- Performs emergency therapeutic maneuvers during procedures.
- Initiates life support techniques in the event of a cardiac and respiratory arrest including CPR, defibrillation, temporary pacemaker insertion and airway management.
- Assists with ongoing clinical research trials pertinent to the cardiac catheterization laboratory.
- Records, monitors, and assesses hemodynamic data collected during catheterizations.
- Responsible for primary and secondary hemostasis during and after procedure.
- Operates and ensures the quality control of hemodynamic recording devices, fluoroscopy and cine-angiographic x-ray equipment, oxygen consumption equipment, and blood analysis equipment.
- Exhibits extensive knowledge of all related equipment within the catheterization laboratory.
- Assists with the training and orientation of students, techs, cardiology fellows, and cardiac catheterization technologists new to the department.
- Preparation of arterial lines.
- Performs appropriate billing for services rendered or equipment used as related to cardiac catheterization.
- Collection and analysis of arterial and venous blood samples including specimens sent to laboratory, blood gases, and saturations.
- Participates in Joint Commission-mandated educational programs.
Work is typically performed in a clinical environment. Accountable for satisfying all job specific obligations and complying with all organization policies and procedures. The specific statements in this profile are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements considered necessary to successfully perform the job. Additional competencies and skills outlined in any department-specific orientation will be considered essential to the performance of the job related to that position.
Position Details
Required Qualifications:
- Graduate of an accredited cardiovascular technology, Radiologic Technology, or allied health program required
- RCIS certification required within 3 years of employment
- BLS required within 6 months of hire
- ACLS required within 6 months of hire
While not required, the following backgrounds are preferred or may be considered as related experience:
- Radiologic Technologist with active ARRT certification
- Respiratory Therapist with at least two (2) years of experience Certified Surgical Technologist with at least two (2) years of experience
-
Hiring Incentive: This position qualifies for a $15,000 sign-on bonus paid over two years. Certain stipulations do apply.
Benefits of working at Geisinger:
- Full benefits (health, dental and vision) starting on day one
- Three medical plan choices, including an expanded network for out-of-area employees and dependents
- Pre-tax savings plans with healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts (FSA) and a health savings account (HSA)
- Company-paid life insurance, short-term disability, and long-term disability coverage
- 401(k) plan that includes automatic Geisinger contributions
- Generous paid time off (PTO) plan that allows you to accrue time quickly
- Up to $5,000 in tuition reimbursement per calendar year
- MyHealth Rewards wellness program to improve your health while earning a financial incentive
- Family-friendly support including adoption and fertility assistance, parental leave pay, military leave pay and a free Care.com membership with discounted backup care for your loved ones
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Referrals for childcare, eldercare, & pet care. Access free legal guidance, mental health visits, work-life support, digital self-help tools and more.
- Voluntary benefits including accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, identity theft protection, universal life and pet and legal insurance
Education
Graduate from Specialty Training Program-Radiologic Technology (Required), Associate's Degree-Related Field of Study (Preferred)Experience
Minimum of 7 years-Related work experience (Required)Certification(s) and License(s)
Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist (RCIS) - Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI); Basic Life Support Certification - Default Issuing Body; ACLS Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification within 6 months - American Heart Association (AHA)About Geisinger
Founded more than 100 years ago by Abigail Geisinger, the system now includes ten hospital campuses, a 550,000-member health plan, two research centers and the Geisinger Commonwealth School of Medicine. With nearly 24,000 employees and more than 1,700 employed physicians, Geisinger boosts its hometown economies in Pennsylvania by billions of dollars annually. Learn more at geisinger.org or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and Twitter.
Equal Opportunity Employer
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws.
Our Vision & Values
Everything we do is about making better health easier for our patients, our members, our students, our Geisinger family and our communities.
KINDNESS: We strive to treat everyone as we would hope to be treated ourselves.
EXCELLENCE: We treasure colleagues who humbly strive for excellence.
LEARNING: We share our knowledge with the best and brightest to better prepare the caregivers for tomorrow.
INNOVATION: We constantly seek new and better ways to care for our patients, our members, our community, and the nation.
SAFETY: We provide a safe environment for our patients and members and the Geisinger family.
Our Benefits
We offer healthcare benefits for full time and part time positions from day one, including vision, dental and prescription coverage.
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in cardiac catheterization technologist jobs.
- Graduate of an accredited cardiovascular technology or radiologic technology program
- RCIS or RCES certification from Cardiovascular Credentialing International
- Minimum one to two years of hands-on cath lab or interventional radiology experience
- Proficiency with hemodynamic monitoring systems and fluoroscopic imaging equipment
- BLS and ACLS certification required at time of hire
- Ability to participate in on-call rotation including nights, weekends, and holidays
Tips for Your Cardiac Catheterization Technologist Job Search
Tailor your resume to the cath lab
List the specific procedures you've assisted with, such as coronary angiography, stent placement, or EP studies. Hiring managers scan for procedure volume and equipment familiarity, so name the fluoroscopy systems and hemodynamic monitoring platforms you've operated.
Lead with your RCIS or RCES credential
Many cardiac catheterization technologist postings list RCIS or RCES certification as preferred or required. Place your credential directly after your name at the top of your resume so recruiters don't have to search for it buried in a credentials section.
Target postings by lab type and case mix
A high-volume trauma center cath lab differs significantly from a freestanding cardiac surgery center. Read each posting for case mix clues like primary PCI call coverage or structural heart programs, and customize your cover letter to match the lab's stated focus.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists cardiac catheterization technologist openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Prepare for a practical skills interview
Many cath labs include a competency check or scenario walkthrough alongside the standard interview. Refresh your sterile technique protocols, contrast media management steps, and emergency response procedures for radiation events or contrast reactions before you walk in.
Negotiate call requirements before accepting
On-call and weekend coverage varies widely between facilities and affects quality of life significantly. Ask directly about call frequency, turnaround time, and whether call pay is a flat rate or hourly, so you can compare offers on equal terms.
Cardiac Catheterization Technologist Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most cardiac catheterization technologists?
The companies hiring the most cardiac catheterization technologists right now include SSM Health, Geisinger, and Beloit Health System, with the largest share of openings in California, Missouri, and Pennsylvania, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Health systems with dedicated cardiac surgery programs and high-volume interventional cardiology departments tend to post the most consistently throughout the year.
How many cardiac catheterization technologist jobs are remote?
About 19% of cardiac catheterization technologist openings are fully remote or hybrid as of August 2026, reflecting the largely hands-on nature of cath lab work. Administrative, quality assurance, and clinical education roles within cardiovascular departments are the sub-areas most likely to offer any remote or hybrid flexibility.
How do you become a cardiac catheterization technologist?
You typically complete an accredited cardiovascular technology or radiologic technology program, then pursue clinical rotations in an interventional cath lab setting. After graduation, earning your RCIS certification through Cardiovascular Credentialing International demonstrates competency to employers. Most facilities also require current BLS and ACLS certification before your first shift in the lab.
Can you get hired as a cardiac catheterization technologist with little experience?
Yes, some hospitals hire new graduates into junior or technologist-trainee roles and provide structured cath lab orientation. Highlighting clinical rotation hours on your resume, specifying the procedures you observed or assisted with, and obtaining your RCIS credential early all strengthen an entry-level application considerably. Smaller community hospitals often have more flexibility to train candidates than large academic centers.
What does the cardiac catheterization technologist interview process look like?
The process typically starts with a phone screen from HR, followed by an in-person or video interview with the cath lab manager and a lead technologist. Expect scenario-based questions about sterile field management, emergency response, and equipment troubleshooting. Some facilities add a brief skills or competency walkthrough, and offers commonly include a background check and drug screen before your start date.
Where can I find and apply to cardiac catheterization technologist jobs?
You can find and apply to cardiac catheterization technologist jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search the listings to find roles that match your credentials, experience level, and preferred location, then apply directly to each one that fits.
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