JobTitle: Invasive Cardiovascular Technology Specialist (Cath Lab / Electrophysiology)
Location: Naples, FL
Department: Cardiovascular Services / Cardiac Catheterization & Electrophysiology
Schedule: Day Shift | 7:00 AM–5:30 PM
PayRange: $40.00–$55.20/hour, based on experience
On-Call Requirements:
- Frequency: 12 Days of Call Every 6 Weeks
- Weekend Call: 1–2 Weekends Every 6 Weeks (Friday–Sunday)
- Weekend Call Coverage: Friday – 13.5 Hours | Saturday – 24 Hours | Sunday – 24 Hours
- Response Time: Must Report Within 30 Minutes
- Additional Call: Opportunities to Pick Up Additional Call Shifts
Floating Requirements: May Float to North Campus During Scheduled Working Hours | No Floating to North Campus for Call
Clinical Setting: Hospital-Based Cardiac Catheterization Lab / Electrophysiology
EMR: Epic Preferred
Local Candidates: Accepted
Position Overview
We are seeking an experienced Invasive Cardiovascular Technology Specialist to join a hospital-based cardiovascular services team in Naples, Florida.
In this role, you will provide technical and clinical support during cardiac catheterization and electrophysiology (EP) procedures, assisting physicians in both scrub and monitoring capacities. You will support a wide range of invasive cardiovascular interventions, including coronary procedures, peripheral interventions, electrophysiology studies, atherectomy, intravascular ultrasound (IVUS), fractional flow reserve (FFR), and vascular closure device deployment. Candidates must have Cath Lab and EP experience and demonstrate strong proficiency in invasive cardiovascular procedures, sterile technique, patient monitoring, and radiation safety.
This opportunity is ideal for an Invasive Cardiovascular Technologist with at least two years of relevant experience who thrives in a fast-paced, procedure-driven environment. The position offers competitive compensation ranging from $40.00–$55.20 per hour, a consistent daytime shift, opportunities to gain exposure to advanced cardiovascular procedures, and additional on-call opportunities. Candidates with experience in electrophysiology, structural heart procedures, cardiac catheterization, and peripheral interventions are especially encouraged to apply.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist cardiologists and other physicians during invasive cardiovascular procedures, functioning in both scrub and monitoring roles.
- Support cardiac catheterization and electrophysiology (EP) procedures, ensuring appropriate equipment preparation, procedural assistance, and patient monitoring.
- Demonstrate clinical competency in cardiovascular interventions, including:
- Coronary Angiography and Coronary Interventions
- Peripheral Vascular Interventions
- Electrophysiology Studies
- Atherectomy Procedures
- Intravascular Ultrasound (IVUS)
- Fractional Flow Reserve (FFR)
- Vascular Closure Device Deployment
- Maintain sterile technique and assist physicians with the preparation, handling, and appropriate use of invasive cardiovascular devices.
- Anticipate physician and procedural team needs to support safe and efficient cardiovascular interventions.
- Apply proper radiation protection practices to ensure the safety of patients, staff, and other personnel during fluoroscopic procedures.
- Assist with direct patient care within the technologist's scope of practice and promptly communicate changes in patient condition to cardiologists and Registered Nurses.
- Support safe medication administration during physician-assisted procedures in accordance with scope of practice and facility protocols.
- Participate in patient verification processes, pre-procedure checklists, and procedural time-outs.
- Monitor patient information, procedural events, and clinical data during cardiovascular interventions.
- Maintain accurate and timely documentation of procedure details, equipment utilization, supplies, and chronological events.
- Ensure required monitoring documentation is completed and address outstanding documentation needs before patients leave the procedure room.
- Operate and maintain cardiovascular imaging, monitoring, and interventional equipment.
- Identify equipment performance concerns and promptly report or document malfunctions.
- Collaborate with cardiologists, electrophysiologists, nurses, and other interdisciplinary healthcare professionals to support positive patient outcomes.
- Accurately enter required clinical information into American College of Cardiology (ACC) registries, including CathPCI and ICD registries.
- Participate in departmental committees, quality improvement activities, and initiatives focused on patient safety and procedural efficiency.
- Provide clinical coverage at the North Campus during scheduled working hours when needed.
- Participate in required on-call coverage, maintaining a 30-minute response time for urgent and emergency cardiovascular procedures.
- Follow applicable healthcare regulations, professional practice standards, infection prevention protocols, and organizational policies.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications
- Education: Must meet one of the following educational and credentialing pathways:
- Associate Degree in Cardiovascular Technology with 6 years of Cardiovascular Technologist experience and CCI certification, preferably RCIS, obtained within one year of hire.
- Associate Degree in Cardiovascular Technology with CCI certification, preferably RCIS, obtained within 90 days of hire.
- Successful completion of an approved Radiologic Technology program, with ARRT(R) certification and Florida Certified Radiologic Technologist (CRT) licensure.
- Experience: Minimum 2 years of relevant invasive cardiovascular technology experience.
- Cath Lab Experience: Previous hands-on cardiac catheterization experience required.
- Electrophysiology Experience: Previous hands-on EP experience required.
- Certifications and Credentials:
- Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist (RCIS) or appropriate ARRT credentialing, according to the applicable qualification pathway.
- Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross (ARC).
- Advanced Life Support (ALS/ACLS) certification through the AHA or ARC required within one year of hire.
- Licensure: Florida Certified Radiologic Technologist licensure required for candidates qualifying through the Radiologic Technology pathway.
- Clinical Skills: Strong knowledge of cardiac catheterization, electrophysiology procedures, invasive cardiovascular monitoring, and sterile technique.
- Technical Skills: Ability to operate cardiovascular imaging equipment, physiologic monitoring systems, and interventional devices.
- Procedural Knowledge: Familiarity with coronary interventions, peripheral procedures, atherectomy, IVUS, FFR, and vascular closure devices.
- Radiation Safety: Understanding of radiation protection practices and safe operation of fluoroscopic equipment.
- Patient Care: Ability to provide clinical assistance within scope of practice and communicate changes in patient condition to the appropriate healthcare professionals.
- Documentation: Ability to maintain accurate procedural records and support required cardiovascular registry reporting.
- Computer Skills: Intermediate proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and Windows.
- On-Call Availability: Must participate in 12 days of call every six weeks, including 1–2 weekends, and maintain a 30-minute response time.
- Floating Requirements: Willingness to provide coverage at the North Campus during regular working hours when needed.
- Additional Requirements: Strong communication, organizational skills, clinical judgment, and ability to work effectively in a fast-paced cardiovascular procedural environment.
Preferred Qualifications
- Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist (RCIS) certification through Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI).
- Previous experience supporting structural heart procedures.
- Extensive experience in cardiac catheterization, electrophysiology, and peripheral vascular interventions.
- Experience assisting with advanced coronary interventions, atherectomy, IVUS, and FFR procedures.
- Intra-Aortic Balloon Pump (IABP) certification.
- Familiarity with Epic EMR.
- Previous experience working in a high-volume hospital-based cardiac catheterization or electrophysiology laboratory.
- Experience assisting with complex cardiovascular interventions and urgent cardiac procedures.
- Familiarity with ACC CathPCI and ICD registry reporting requirements.
- Ability to independently anticipate physician needs and efficiently transition between scrub and monitoring responsibilities.
- Strong interdisciplinary collaboration skills when working with cardiologists, electrophysiologists, nurses, and other cardiovascular team members.