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Cath Lab Tech jobs are actively sponsored for OPT, with hospitals and cardiac centers regularly filing H-1B visa and STEM-adjacent petitions for qualified cardiovascular technologists. Your 12-month OPT window is enough to get hired and transition into long-term sponsorship, especially in high-demand cardiac care settings.
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Sanford Health, the largest rural health system in the United States, is dedicated to transforming the health care experience and providing access to world-class health care in America’s heartland.
Facility: Heart Hospital
Location: Sioux Falls, SD
Address: 1301 W 18th St, Sioux Falls, SD 57105, USA
Shift: 10 Hours - Day Shifts
Job Schedule: Full time
Weekly Hours: 40.00
Salary Range: $31.00 - $49.50
Department Details
Join Our Team and Grow The Good!
Hours: 5:30am - 6:00pm | 10 or 12 Hour Shifts
On-Call Schedule: Only take call on long Holiday weekends.
Why you will Love this Role:
- Patient Focused Care
- New grads welcome to apply!
- Team Orientated and supportive work culture
- Employee Well-being Program
- Wage based on experience
- Comprehensive benefits package
Apply now and be part of something special! Together, let's Grow The Good in our community.
Job Summary
Performs the duties of a cardiac technologist: invasive cardiac and peripheral vascular diagnostic and interventional procedures and electrophysiology procedures using sophisticated imaging, hemodynamic monitoring and recording equipment to assess and treat cardiac and peripheral vascular disease. Performs as a record who monitors, records, and analyzes the patient's electrocardiogram (EKG) and intracardiac pressures. Assists medical team with sterile procedures. Ability to operate the X-ray equipment and other equipment in the laboratory. Runs blood samples and obtains sterile supplies when needed. Ability to work with all ages from newborn to geriatric patients. Dedicated to electrophysiology (EP) procedures, related protocols, and related technological devices, i.e. pacemakers, implantable cardioverter defibrillator (ICDs), biventricular pacemaker (BiV). Expected to ensure the highest quality of care to patients with rhythm disturbances providing advanced care to patients with cardiac arrhythmias including conduction disorders. Possesses expertise in understanding pharmacologic options to treat patients. Understands any special protocols for conscious sedation patients. Possesses a thorough knowledge of cardiac anatomy, physiology, hemodynamic principles, X-Ray techniques, and emergent and routine cardiac care. Accountable for updating self and staff regarding EP protocols. Ability to work with growth and development needs of unique client populations including children to geriatrics.
Qualifications
Associate’s degree in Cardiovascular Technology or equivalent experience is required.
Possesses an expertise in understanding pharmacologic options to treat patients. Expert knowledge in electrophysiology and cardiovascular technology including pharmacology and advanced cardiac rhythm management.
Registered Cardiac Electrophysiology Specialist (RCES) registry through Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI) is required within 18 months of hire. Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist (RCIS) through CCI is preferred. Advanced cardiovascular life support (ACLS) preferred and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) if applicable to position is preferred.
Benefits
Sanford offers an attractive benefits package for qualifying full-time and part-time employees. Depending on eligibility, a variety of benefits include health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan, work/life balance benefits, and a generous time off package to maintain a healthy home-work balance. For more information about Total Rewards, visit https://sanfordcareers.com/benefits.
Sanford is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call 1-877-673-0854 or send an email to talent@sanfordhealth.org.
Sanford has a Drug Free Workplace Policy. An accepted offer will require a drug screen and pre-employment background screening as a condition of employment.
Req Number: R-0258592
Job Function: Allied Health
Featured: No
Careers With Purpose
Sanford Health, the largest rural health system in the United States, is dedicated to transforming the health care experience and providing access to world-class health care in America’s heartland.
Facility: Heart Hospital
Location: Sioux Falls, SD
Address: 1301 W 18th St, Sioux Falls, SD 57105, USA
Shift: 10 Hours - Day Shifts
Job Schedule: Full time
Weekly Hours: 40.00
Salary Range: $31.00 - $49.50
Department Details
Join Our Team and Grow The Good!
Hours: 5:30am - 6:00pm | 10 or 12 Hour Shifts
On-Call Schedule: Only take call on long Holiday weekends.
Why you will Love this Role:
- Patient Focused Care
- New grads welcome to apply!
- Team Orientated and supportive work culture
- Employee Well-being Program
- Wage based on experience
- Comprehensive benefits package
Apply now and be part of something special! Together, let's Grow The Good in our community.
Job Summary
Performs the duties of a cardiac technologist: invasive cardiac and peripheral vascular diagnostic and interventional procedures and electrophysiology procedures using sophisticated imaging, hemodynamic monitoring and recording equipment to assess and treat cardiac and peripheral vascular disease. Performs as a record who monitors, records, and analyzes the patient's electrocardiogram (EKG) and intracardiac pressures. Assists medical team with sterile procedures. Ability to operate the X-ray equipment and other equipment in the laboratory. Runs blood samples and obtains sterile supplies when needed. Ability to work with all ages from newborn to geriatric patients. Dedicated to electrophysiology (EP) procedures, related protocols, and related technological devices, i.e. pacemakers, implantable cardioverter defibrillator (ICDs), biventricular pacemaker (BiV). Expected to ensure the highest quality of care to patients with rhythm disturbances providing advanced care to patients with cardiac arrhythmias including conduction disorders. Possesses expertise in understanding pharmacologic options to treat patients. Understands any special protocols for conscious sedation patients. Possesses a thorough knowledge of cardiac anatomy, physiology, hemodynamic principles, X-Ray techniques, and emergent and routine cardiac care. Accountable for updating self and staff regarding EP protocols. Ability to work with growth and development needs of unique client populations including children to geriatrics.
Qualifications
Associate’s degree in Cardiovascular Technology or equivalent experience is required.
Possesses an expertise in understanding pharmacologic options to treat patients. Expert knowledge in electrophysiology and cardiovascular technology including pharmacology and advanced cardiac rhythm management.
Registered Cardiac Electrophysiology Specialist (RCES) registry through Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI) is required within 18 months of hire. Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist (RCIS) through CCI is preferred. Advanced cardiovascular life support (ACLS) preferred and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) if applicable to position is preferred.
Benefits
Sanford offers an attractive benefits package for qualifying full-time and part-time employees. Depending on eligibility, a variety of benefits include health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan, work/life balance benefits, and a generous time off package to maintain a healthy home-work balance. For more information about Total Rewards, visit https://sanfordcareers.com/benefits.
Sanford is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call 1-877-673-0854 or send an email to talent@sanfordhealth.org.
Sanford has a Drug Free Workplace Policy. An accepted offer will require a drug screen and pre-employment background screening as a condition of employment.
Req Number: R-0258592
Job Function: Allied Health
Featured: No
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship in Cath Lab Tech
Target hospitals with active sponsorship histories
Large health systems and academic medical centers sponsor OPT candidates far more consistently than small private practices. Focus your search on hospital networks with established HR and immigration infrastructure, as they already have legal counsel and processes in place.
Clarify your OPT authorization type early
Standard OPT gives you 12 months of work authorization. If your degree is in a STEM-designated field like biomedical technology or health informatics, confirm your eligibility for the 24-month STEM OPT extension before your first employer conversation.
Lead with your RCIS or RCES credentials
Hiring managers in cath lab settings prioritize certification. Holding or actively pursuing RCIS or RCES credentials signals clinical readiness and makes your sponsorship case stronger by demonstrating you meet the specialty occupation standard USCIS requires.
Ask about sponsorship timelines during the offer stage
Confirm when the employer would file H-1B visa sponsorship and whether they use premium processing. This protects you from agreeing to a role where sponsorship is theoretical rather than planned, especially if your OPT expiration falls near an H-1B cap deadline.
Document your clinical hours and procedure volume
Cath lab sponsorship applications benefit from clear evidence of specialty work. Keep a running log of procedures you've supported, device types you've operated, and clinical environments you've worked in. This documentation strengthens both your job applications and any future petition.
Use Migrate Mate to find OPT-friendly cath lab roles
Generic job boards don't filter for visa sponsorship willingness. Migrate Mate surfaces cath lab and cardiovascular tech roles posted by employers open to OPT candidates, saving you from applying to positions that will screen you out at the sponsorship question.
Cath Lab Tech OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Can I work as a Cath Lab Tech on OPT?
Yes. If you hold a degree in cardiovascular technology, radiologic technology, biomedical science, or a related field, Cath Lab Tech roles fall within the scope of your authorized OPT employment. Your work must be directly related to your degree field, so ensure the job description aligns with what you studied before accepting an offer.
Do Cath Lab Tech jobs qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
It depends on your degree, not the job title. If your degree is in a STEM-designated program, such as biomedical engineering, health informatics, or a qualifying clinical technology field, you may be eligible for the 24-month STEM OPT extension. Check the DHS STEM Designated Degree Program List and confirm with your DSO before assuming eligibility.
How do I find cath lab employers willing to sponsor OPT candidates?
Migrate Mate filters job listings specifically for employers open to sponsoring OPT and visa candidates, which eliminates the guesswork of applying blindly and hitting a wall at the sponsorship question. Large hospital systems and academic medical centers are your strongest targets, as they have dedicated HR teams and existing immigration counsel familiar with cardiovascular technologist petitions.
Does working as a Cath Lab Tech qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B?
Cardiovascular technologists in cath lab settings generally meet the specialty occupation standard because the role requires a bachelor's degree or higher in a specific technical field. Employers typically use cardiovascular technology, allied health sciences, or biomedical disciplines as the qualifying degree. Your specific job description and the degree requirement in the posting both matter when USCIS evaluates the petition.
What should I do if my OPT is expiring before an H-1B decision?
If your employer filed your H-1B cap-subject petition before your OPT expired and USCIS issued a timely-filed receipt notice, you may be covered by a cap-gap extension that bridges your status through September 30 of that fiscal year. Talk to your DSO immediately when you have an offer and a filing timeline, as cap-gap rules are strict and any gap in authorization creates serious problems.