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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Primary City/State:
Mesa, Arizona
Department Name:
Open Heart Surg-Hosp
Work Shift:
Day
Job Category:
Nursing
Now offering a $15,000 sign-on for experienced CVOR RN!
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Banner Desert Medical Center/Banner Children’s at Desert has 24 Operating Rooms, which includes 3 trauma rooms, 6 pediatric rooms, 1 cysto suite, 4 minimally invasive and 3 robotic rooms. BDMC/CCMC offers a full range of surgical specialties, including Peds Cardiovascular and Adult and Peds Trauma, Urology, Orthopedics, General, Gynecology, Neurology, EENT, Plastics and Robotics. We are the busiest OR in the valley, fast paced, and performing high acuity cases. In 2017, BDMC/CCMC performed over 21,000 surgeries. Our technologies includes da Vinci Xi robot, NICO, Stealth guided brain surgery. Banner Desert Medical Center is recognized by US News as High Performing Hospital in Procedure/Condition Category. With the variety of specialties and surgical procedures, high patient safety score, available work shifts, level 1 trauma designation for adult and pediatric patients, stroke center, and CORE orthopedics this is an ideal facility for those interested in a fast paced environment and room for growth. As a Registered Nurse RN, you will bring your experience and passion for health care to our Surgery department!
SHIFT DETAILS
Employment Type: Full-time
Hours per Week: 5-8s | 40hrs
Shift: Days, 6:30am to 3pm
Schedule: Monday-Friday
On Call: Call required, weekends are 48-hour call.
Enjoy a flat rate $5/hr for call, $3/hour weekend shift differential and an 18%-night shift differential, when applicable.
If you are a New Graduate Nurse with less than 12 months of experience, please visit the main job search page and under the Job Type filter, select New Nurse Experience.
Located on an 80-acre campus in Mesa, Arizona, Banner Desert Medical Center is one of Arizona's largest and most comprehensive hospitals and was recognized by U.S. News and World Report as one of Phoenix's Best Hospitals. We provide an abundance of exceptional opportunities with more than 700 licensed beds, including over 100 dedicated to children and 76 dedicated to our NICU. Areas of excellence include high-risk pregnancy and neonatal care, obstetrics and gynecology, pediatrics, cardiology, oncology and emergency medicine. With 33 operating rooms, we offer a full range of surgical specialties and advanced technology that includes the da Vinci Surgical System. Becker’s Hospital Review named Banner Desert Medical Center as one of the top 50 busiest Emergency departments in the country.
If you aim to deliver top-tier care to the most vulnerable patients, consider joining Banner Children's Hospital at Desert in Mesa, Arizona. Within our over 200 bed, state-of-the-art facility, specially trained nurses, physicians and other clinical professionals utilize the most advanced technology - including iCare ICU monitoring and robotic surgery - to provide high quality, child-friendly, family-centered care. Our facilities feature a 76-bed NICU, a 24-bed PICU, six pediatric ORs and a 22-bed ED. We also offer dedicated pediatric rehab, radiology, oncology and hematology capabilities. With clinical diversity, exceptional training programs and a supportive culture, this is a place where you can grow in your career as you help our very special patients.
Position Summary
This position assesses, plans, implements, evaluates and documents nursing care of patients in accordance with organizational policies and in accordance with standards of professional nursing practice utilizing the framework for professional nursing practice and development. This position is accountable for the quality of nursing services delivered by self or others who are under their direction. This position utilizes specialized knowledge, judgment, and nursing skills necessary to assess data and plan, provide and evaluate care appropriate to the physical and developmental age of assigned patients.
The Cardiovascular Operating Room Nurse is responsible for assisting physicians with advanced tasks or equipment during surgical procedures which include cardiopulmonary bypass/heart-lung machine use, trans-esophageal echocardiogram studies, cardiac output assistive devices, and vascular access and interventions. The CVOR RN must have the ability to perform and interpret various cardiac and vascular lab tests.
CORE FUNCTIONS
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Assesses patient physical, psychological, social, spiritual, educational, developmental, cultural and discharge planning needs. Reviews patient history and physical with patient/family and assures completion within appropriate timeframe. Reviews available information obtained by other health care team members. Reviews diagnostics and laboratory data and reports abnormal results to the physician(s) and other appropriate caregivers. Completes assessment and reassessments according to patient need and as outlined in policy.
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Formulates a plan of care, including the discharge plan, utilizing assessment data and patient, family and health team input. Initiates a plan of care based on patient-specific needs, assessment data and the medical plan of care. Goals for patient are realistic, measurable and developed in conjunction with the patient/family. Considers the physical, cultural, psychosocial, spiritual, age specific and educational needs of the patient in the plan of care. Plans care in collaboration with members of the multidisciplinary team. Reviews and revises the plan of care to reflect changing patient needs based on evaluation of the patient’s status.
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Implements the plan of care through direct patient care, coordination, delegation and supervision of the activities of the health care team. Provides care based on physician orders and the nursing plan of care, in compliance with policies and procedures, standards of care, and regulatory agency requirements. Delegates appropriately, and provides nursing supervision in the provision of care to patients by other licensed nurses and other personnel. Promotes continuity of care by accurately and completely communicating to other caregivers the status of patients for whom care is provided.
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Evaluates the patient's and family's response to care and teaching, and revises the plan of care as needed. Evaluates patient progress towards goals and expected outcomes in collaboration with other health care team members. Evaluates patient's response and the effectiveness of patient teaching.
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Documents assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation in the patient record. Documentation is legible, timely and in accordance with policy. Documentation reflects objective/subjective data, nursing interventions and patient's response to treatment. Notes physician orders accurately and in a timely manner.
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Provides care based on the best evidence available and may participate in research activities within clinical practice. Participates in unit or facility shared leadership. Interacts and participates in the education, role development, and orientation of facility personnel, patients, students, families and visitors. Promotes/supports growth of others through precepting and mentoring when appropriate.
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Contributes to society through activities that lead to excellent patient outcomes through timely, effective, efficient, equitable, and safe care. Actively participates in the improvement of national nursing quality indicators and outcomes. Such activities may include participating in professional organizations.
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In some roles, this position may supervise staff and work flow of the department.
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Interacts with all levels of staff in a variety of departments, physicians, patients, families and external contacts, such as employees of other health care institutions, community providers and agencies, concerning the health care of the patient. Interacts with other health care providers in numerous settings in order to report and ask for or clarify information. Also works with clergy to provide spiritual support. Synthesizes and prioritizes data from multiple sources to provide support for the human response of the patient and family to changes in health status.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Must possess a current, valid RN license in state of practice, temporary/interim RN license in state of practice, or compact RN licensure for current state of practice. BLS certification is required. Additional certification or continuing education may be required based on area of practice.
Minimum of one year RN experience in the operating room. New to service/new operating room nurses must complete the Perioperative Academy curriculum in addition to the Banner RN Perioperative Services Competency Tool within the first year.
Must maintain clinical performance competencies appropriate to the area in which they work as demonstrated through annual validations. Banner Registry and Travel acute care positions require a minimum of one year experience in an acute care hospital setting. Experience must include working in an acute care setting within the past 12 months as a Registered Nurse in the specialty area. Banner Registry and Travel physician practice positions require a minimum of one year experience as a Registered Nurse in a physician practice or an acute care setting.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor's degree preferred. One year of operating room and/or cardiovascular or vascular experience preferred. Professional certification preferred.
Additional related education and/or experience preferred.
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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.