H-1B Visa Cardiovascular Technologist Jobs
Cardiovascular Technologists qualify for H-1B visa sponsorship as a specialty occupation requiring a bachelor's degree or associate degree plus clinical certification. Hospital systems, cardiac catheterization labs, and outpatient imaging centers regularly file Labor Condition Applications for this role. Demand is steady, and the job-to-visa pipeline is well-established.
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Get Access To All JobsJoin our team as an Invasive Cardiac Tech in the Cath Lab at St. Luke’s Medical Center!
Aurora St. Luke’s Medical Center is internationally recognized for its expertise in heart care and is a leading center of excellence in advanced cardiovascular technologies. Our program features five dedicated, high-volume labs supported by a highly skilled and committed team, serving as the core of our innovative cardiac services. As Wisconsin’s largest private hospital, St. Luke’s offers an exceptional environment for growth and clinical excellence.
Highlights:
- $6,000 sign-on bonus
- Benefits starting on your first day
- Tuition reimbursement
Schedule:
Full time, 1st shift with 8- or 10-hour shifts and varying start times. Includes weekend, call rotation and holiday call coverage.
Major Responsibilities:
- Operates all monitoring, recording and related equipment used during procedures. Collects and prepares pertinent data for use by physician/staff. Prepares, delivers, and picks up reusable items for re-sterilization.
- Monitors patient electrocardiogram for cardiac dysrhythmias.
- Operates the defibrillator and performs cardiopulmonary resuscitation when required. Provides assistance in emergency situations.
- Assists in pre and post procedure activities related to equipment and patient care. Performs initial troubleshooting on equipment. Performs calibration, cleaning and quality assurance measures on equipment.
- Identifies cardiovascular and peripheral vascular anatomy for documentation purposes.
- Obtains and documents clinical data during procedures in procedure log.
- Prepares and operates imaging, angiographic, interventional and storage systems.
- Positions patient and selects exposure factors for all radiographic procedures performed in the department.
- Supports physician and staff during procedures. Scrubs to assist physician with diagnostic, interventional and surgical procedures with knowledge of equipment and equipment options.
- Performs bloom operation (i.e., overdrive pacing).
- Must be able to demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served. Must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his/her age-specific needs, and to provide the care needed as described in the department's policies and procedures. Age-specific information is developed further in the departmental job standards.
Licensure, Registration, and/or Certification Required:
- Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification issued by the American Heart Association (AHA) needs to be obtained within 6 months unless department leader has determined it is not required, and
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support certification (ACLS) issued by the American Heart Association (AHA) needs to be obtained within 6 months unless department leader has determined it is not required.
Education Required:
- Associate's Degree in Cardiovascular Technology or related field.
Experience Required:
- No experience required.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required:
- Completion of an approved basic ECG interpretation course within three months of hire.
- Demonstrated ability to quickly change priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Excellent communication skills to work effectively with physicians, patients and other staff members.
- Basic computer skills.
Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:
- Must be able to sit, stand, walk, lift, squat, bend, twist, and reach above shoulders frequently throughout the workday.
- Must be able to:
- lift up to 50 lbs. from floor to waist.
- lift up to 20 lbs. over the head.
- carry up to 40 lbs. a reasonable distance.
- Must be able to:
- push/pull with 30 lbs. of force.
- perform a sliding transfer of 150 lbs. with a second person present.
- Position requires use of foot pedals on carts or machines.
- May be exposed to mechanical, electrical, chemical, and radiation hazards as well as blood and body fluids; therefore, personal protective equipment must be worn as necessary.
- Operates all equipment necessary to perform the job.
This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.
Join our team as an Invasive Cardiac Tech in the Cath Lab at St. Luke’s Medical Center!
Aurora St. Luke’s Medical Center is internationally recognized for its expertise in heart care and is a leading center of excellence in advanced cardiovascular technologies. Our program features five dedicated, high-volume labs supported by a highly skilled and committed team, serving as the core of our innovative cardiac services. As Wisconsin’s largest private hospital, St. Luke’s offers an exceptional environment for growth and clinical excellence.
Highlights:
- $6,000 sign-on bonus
- Benefits starting on your first day
- Tuition reimbursement
Schedule:
Full time, 1st shift with 8- or 10-hour shifts and varying start times. Includes weekend, call rotation and holiday call coverage.
Major Responsibilities:
- Operates all monitoring, recording and related equipment used during procedures. Collects and prepares pertinent data for use by physician/staff. Prepares, delivers, and picks up reusable items for re-sterilization.
- Monitors patient electrocardiogram for cardiac dysrhythmias.
- Operates the defibrillator and performs cardiopulmonary resuscitation when required. Provides assistance in emergency situations.
- Assists in pre and post procedure activities related to equipment and patient care. Performs initial troubleshooting on equipment. Performs calibration, cleaning and quality assurance measures on equipment.
- Identifies cardiovascular and peripheral vascular anatomy for documentation purposes.
- Obtains and documents clinical data during procedures in procedure log.
- Prepares and operates imaging, angiographic, interventional and storage systems.
- Positions patient and selects exposure factors for all radiographic procedures performed in the department.
- Supports physician and staff during procedures. Scrubs to assist physician with diagnostic, interventional and surgical procedures with knowledge of equipment and equipment options.
- Performs bloom operation (i.e., overdrive pacing).
- Must be able to demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served. Must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his/her age-specific needs, and to provide the care needed as described in the department's policies and procedures. Age-specific information is developed further in the departmental job standards.
Licensure, Registration, and/or Certification Required:
- Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification issued by the American Heart Association (AHA) needs to be obtained within 6 months unless department leader has determined it is not required, and
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support certification (ACLS) issued by the American Heart Association (AHA) needs to be obtained within 6 months unless department leader has determined it is not required.
Education Required:
- Associate's Degree in Cardiovascular Technology or related field.
Experience Required:
- No experience required.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required:
- Completion of an approved basic ECG interpretation course within three months of hire.
- Demonstrated ability to quickly change priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Excellent communication skills to work effectively with physicians, patients and other staff members.
- Basic computer skills.
Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:
- Must be able to sit, stand, walk, lift, squat, bend, twist, and reach above shoulders frequently throughout the workday.
- Must be able to:
- lift up to 50 lbs. from floor to waist.
- lift up to 20 lbs. over the head.
- carry up to 40 lbs. a reasonable distance.
- Must be able to:
- push/pull with 30 lbs. of force.
- perform a sliding transfer of 150 lbs. with a second person present.
- Position requires use of foot pedals on carts or machines.
- May be exposed to mechanical, electrical, chemical, and radiation hazards as well as blood and body fluids; therefore, personal protective equipment must be worn as necessary.
- Operates all equipment necessary to perform the job.
This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship in Cardiovascular Technologist
Verify your RCIS or RCES certification status
USCIS adjudicators scrutinize whether cardiovascular tech roles meet specialty occupation standards. Having active credentialing from Cardiovascular Credentialing International strengthens your petition and reduces the risk of a Request for Evidence on degree equivalency.
Search LCA filings by occupation code
Use the OFLC Wage Search and filter by SOC code 29-2031 to identify hospitals and cardiology groups that have filed Labor Condition Applications for cardiovascular technologists. Employers with recent filings are already familiar with the H-1B process for this role.
Target ACGME-affiliated hospitals and large health systems
Teaching hospitals affiliated with graduate medical education programs sponsor H-1B visas far more consistently than independent clinics. These employers have dedicated HR and legal infrastructure that handles I-129 petitions routinely, which speeds up your offer-to-filing timeline.
Use Migrate Mate to filter employers by H-1B filing history
Search cardiovascular technologist roles on Migrate Mate to see which employers have active LCA filings for this occupation code. You'll skip outreach to employers unfamiliar with sponsorship and focus on those with a documented H-1B track record in cardiac care.
Clarify modality specialization before the offer stage
Echo, cath lab, and electrophysiology roles each map to different LCA wage levels and job descriptions. Confirm with the employer which specialty your role covers before the petition is drafted so the I-129 accurately reflects your duties and prevents RFE delays.
Confirm prevailing wage level before accepting an offer
Your employer must pay at least the DOL prevailing wage for your specific role and metro area. Cross-check the offered salary against the OFLC Wage Search for SOC 29-2031 at your work location before signing so there are no compliance issues after filing.
H-1B Visa Cardiovascular Technologist: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Cardiovascular Technologist role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
Yes, cardiovascular technologist positions generally qualify when the employer requires at minimum an associate degree plus professional certification such as RCIS or RCES, or a bachelor's degree in cardiovascular technology or a related allied health field. USCIS evaluates each petition individually, so the job description must explicitly state the degree requirement rather than listing it as preferred.
Which employers sponsor H-1B visas for Cardiovascular Technologist jobs?
Large hospital systems, academic medical centers, and multi-site cardiology practices are the most consistent H-1B sponsors for this role. You can identify employers with active filings by reviewing DOL Labor Condition Application disclosure data filtered to SOC code 29-2031. Migrate Mate surfaces this filing history by employer so you can target your search to verified sponsors in your preferred metro area.
Can my H-1B petition be filed for a contract or per-diem cardiovascular tech position?
H-1B visas require a bona fide employer-employee relationship, meaning the sponsoring employer must control your work, set your hours, and be responsible for your wages. Per-diem or staffing agency arrangements can satisfy this if the agency is the petitioner, but short-term contracts complicate continuity of status. USCIS scrutinizes these arrangements closely, so confirm with the employer that the position is structured as a direct hire or a qualifying employer-employee relationship through a staffing firm.
What happens to my H-1B status if my hospital closes its cath lab or eliminates the position?
If your employer terminates your position, you have a 60-day grace period to find a new sponsoring employer, change to another visa status, or prepare to depart. A new employer must file an H-1B transfer petition, which allows you to start working upon filing if you're maintaining valid status. Act immediately rather than waiting for the grace period to run down, since finding a new sponsor and gathering documentation takes time.
Does the H-1B annual cap apply to cardiovascular tech roles at nonprofit hospitals?
Cardiovascular technologist positions at nonprofit hospitals that qualify as institutions of higher education or affiliated research organizations may be cap-exempt, allowing filing at any time without entering the lottery. Most large academic medical centers fall into this category. For-profit hospital systems and private cardiology practices are cap-subject, meaning your petition must go through the annual H-1B lottery held each March for an October 1 start date.