Cath Lab Technologist – Las Vegas, Nevada
Location: Las Vegas, NV
Employment Type: Full-Time
Schedule: Mon – Fri, no on call
Compensation: $34 – $62 per hour, based on experience and qualifications
Advance Your Cath Lab Career in a Specialized Cardiovascular Setting Are you an experienced Cath Lab Technologist looking for an opportunity to work alongside a collaborative cardiovascular team while utilizing your technical expertise in a fast-paced procedural environment? We are seeking a skilled Cath Lab Technologist to join its outpatient cardiovascular team in Las Vegas. This position offers the opportunity to work closely with cardiologists, nurses, anesthesia providers, and other clinical professionals while supporting a variety of diagnostic and interventional cardiovascular procedures. This is an excellent opportunity for a technologist who enjoys hands-on procedural care, advanced imaging technology, and being an integral part of a team focused on patient safety, clinical quality, efficiency, and exceptional service.
What You'll Do:
As a Cath Lab Technologist, you will play an important role throughout the procedural process—from preparing the room and patient to assisting physicians during procedures and supporting safe recovery and efficient patient flow.
Key responsibilities include:- Operate C-arm and cardiovascular imaging equipment during diagnostic and interventional procedures
- Assist physicians throughout cardiac and peripheral vascular procedures
- Prepare procedure rooms, equipment, supplies, and sterile fields prior to each case
- Properly position patients and explain procedures to promote comfort and cooperation
- Monitor patients during procedures and promptly communicate changes in condition to the clinical team
- Maintain appropriate radiation-safety practices for patients, physicians, and staff
- Serve in the facility's designated radiation-safety capacity when assigned
- Assist with cardiac catheterizations and coronary interventions
- Support peripheral vascular interventions
- Assist with pacemaker, defibrillator, and other cardiac-device implantation procedures, as applicable
- Maintain sterile technique and follow infection-prevention protocols
- Verify proper equipment operation and promptly report maintenance or safety concerns
- Accurately document procedures, supplies, implants, and required clinical information
- Restock procedural areas and assist with inventory and supply management
- Participate in emergency response situations as part of the clinical team
- Collaborate with physicians, nurses, anesthesia providers, and support staff to maintain efficient patient flow
- Participate in quality and continuous-improvement initiatives
- Maintain compliance with facility policies, regulatory requirements, and patient-safety standards
What We're Looking For:- Required Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Completion of an accredited Radiologic Technology program
- Minimum of one year of documented, verifiable cath lab experience
- Current ARRT registration, as required
- Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
- Current Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification
- Working knowledge of radiation safety, sterile technique, and cardiovascular procedural care
- Demonstrated ability to operate a C-arm and other cath lab imaging equipment
- Strong communication, organization, and critical-thinking skills
- Ability to remain calm, focused, and effective during urgent and emergency situations
- Experience That Will Help You Stand OutPreferred qualifications include:
- Previous experience in an ambulatory surgery center or outpatient cardiovascular environment
- Hands-on experience with cardiac catheterizations and coronary interventions
- Peripheral vascular intervention experience
- Experience assisting with pacemaker, defibrillator, or other cardiac-device implants
- Familiarity with Philips imaging and monitoring systemsRCIS or other advanced cardiac-interventional credentials
- Experience performing scrub, monitoring, and/or circulating functions within a cath lab
Compensation & Benefits:
Hourly compensation: $34 - $62, depending on experience and qualifications.
Eligible full-time employees may also receive a comprehensive benefits package that includes:
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance 401(k) plan with company match
- Paid time off
- Life insurance
- Short- and long-term disability coverage
- Additional employee benefits and professional development opportunities
Physical Requirements: Candidates should be able to:
- Stand for extended periods during procedures
- Wear lead protective equipment for prolonged periods
- Safely assist with patient movement and positioning
- Lift and move equipment and supplies in accordance with facility requirements
- Demonstrate the visual, auditory, and manual abilities necessary to operate procedural equipment and respond appropriately to changes in patient condition
- Join a Team Focused on Cardiovascular Excellence
Optum Heart & Vascular Surgery Center is a specialized outpatient cardiovascular facility supported by SCA Health and Optum. Physicians, nurses, technologists, and support professionals work collaboratively to provide individualized cardiovascular care in a modern procedural environment utilizing advanced technology.
The team is committed to clinical quality, integrity, teamwork, accountability, inclusion, service excellence, and continuous improvement.
If you're an experienced Cath Lab Technologist looking to bring your cardiovascular expertise to a collaborative outpatient environment in Las Vegas, we would love to hear from you.
Apply today to learn more about the schedule, compensation, team, and next steps!
