University of Michigan

Cardiac Cath Technologist

University of Michigan • $78K — $113K *
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent education/experience required.
  • Experience in a catheterization lab is necessary.
  • Graduation from an accredited program in Cardiac Invasive Cardiovascular Technology or related field is preferred.
  • Must have or achieve PALS certification within 6 months of hire.
  • BLS certification is required.
  • 1 of the following: RCIS certification eligibility, ARRT certification with advanced Cardiac Interventional, or successful completion of RCIS exam within two years of hire.
  • Familiarity with congenital heart disease is advantageous.

Responsibilities

  • Perform tests on blood samples from patients' heart or lung to assist in treatment.
  • Monitor and circulate during diverse catheterization procedures for cardiac patients.
  • Maintain inventory levels in the labs in coordination with the Inventory Control Planner.
  • Set up and operate complex equipment for heart disease assessments.
  • Assist in the maintenance of imaging and dark room equipment.
  • Monitor patients' physiological status and assist in emergency procedures.
  • Prepare necessary written documentation, including treatment plans and progress reports.

Benefits

  • Health, dental, and vision insurance options.
  • Paid time off and sick leave.
  • Tuition reimbursement for further education.
  • Retirement plan options and employer contributions.
  • Opportunities for professional development and growth.
Full Job Description
Job Summary

The University of Michigan Congenital Heart Center is seeking a highly motivated individual to serve as a Cardiac Catheterization Technologist for the Pediatric Cardiac Catheterization Labs. This position is located at CS Mott Children's Hospital.

Responsibilities*

Performs various tests of multiple blood samples obtained through catheterization or other means from specific areas within the patient's heart or lung to determine the concentration of gases in order to aid in the physician's treatment. Prepares written documentation as required by the profession and the department, such as evaluation results, individualized treatment plans, progress reports, and related reports.
  • Primary job responsibilities consist of the diverse role of monitoring and circulating during catheterization procedures on a diverse patient population with known or suspected congenital or acquired cardiac disease. Diagnostic as well as interventional cardiac procedures will be performed which include, but are not limited to angioplasty, transcatheter valve placements, stenting, biopsy, PICC line placements, and electrophysiology.
  • Work closely with the Inventory Control Planner to maintain appropriate levels of stock in the labs.
  • Assist with research protocols as needed.
  • Set up, calibrate, operate, record data, and clean complex equipment used in the performance of both invasive and non-invasive assessment of heart disease.
  • Assist in the maintenance of cine projection equipment, 35 mm film processing and other dark room equipment.
  • Assist in defibrillating patients.
  • Perform analysis of blood samples including oximetry.
  • Assist the physician in the administration of drugs to patients.
  • Monitor physiological status of patient including the EKG for arrhythmias, intra-cardiac pressures, intracardiac electrocardiogram for arrhythmia and heart block, respiration depth and rate, and assist in initiation of emergency procedures.
  • Assist with the maintenance of the procedure rooms' inventory including catheters, electrodes, transducers, film supplies, projection equipment, and equipment necessary for a patient's safety.
  • Assist with the use of and maintenance of sterile technique during procedures.
  • Prepare written documentation as required by the profession and the department, such as evaluation results, individualized treatment plans, progress reports, and related reports.
  • Process patient care orders using the electronic ordering system may be required in certain areas.

Perform other related duties as assigned.

General supervision is received from the lead cardiac catheterization technologist, supervising cardiologist fellow, and other house staff assisting in the performance of procedures.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED:

Functional supervision may be exercised over assigned assistants.

Required Qualifications*
  • A Bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Some experience in a catheterization type of laboratory

This position requires moderate standing/walking, as wellas lifting, positioning, pushing, and/or transferring of patients.

Desired Qualifications*
  • Graduation from an accredited program in Cardiac Invasive Cardiovascular Technology or Bachelor's degree in health, science, natural science, nursing, engineering or any primary science. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
  • Must be a self-motivated, highly dependable independent worker with the ability to efficiently and effectively multitask, prioritize and problem solve.
  • PALS certification within 6 months of hire
  • BLS certification is required.
  • Understands and demonstrates the core concepts of Patient- and Family-Centered Care (PFCC), including Respect and Dignity, Information Sharing, Participation, and Collaboration.
  • In addition, it's required that you have 1 of the 3 following qualifications:
    • RCIS certification or must be eligible for RCIS exam as a graduate of an accredited program in Invasive Cardiovascular Technology with the RCIS exam being successfully completed within one year of hire.
    • OR Candidate has obtained an American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) certification for Radiography with at least 1-2 years of diagnostic general imaging experience and (ARRT) advanced certification for Cardiac Interventional (CI) is required within 2 years of hire
    • OR Candidate is a graduate of a diploma, associate, or baccalaureate academic program in health science (includes, but not limited to: cardiovascular technology, ultrasound, radiologic technology, respiratory therapy, nursing or paramedic/EMT) with the RCIS exam being successfully completed within two years of hire.
  • Some experience in critical care medicine.
  • Certification or registration as a cardiac catheterization technologist.
  • Familiarity and experience with congenital heart disease.
  • Background as Interventional Radiology Technologist. Completion of an accredited formal training course with registration, certification, or licensure with the appropriate agency.
  • Experience with interventional and diagnostic procedures while, sterile technique, and fluoroscopy equipment.


This description is intended to indicate the kinds of tasks and levels of work difficulty that will be required of positions that will be given this title and shall not be construed as declaring what the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position shall be. It is not intended to limit or in any way modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct, and control the work of employees under his supervision. The use of a particular expression or illustration describing duties shall not be held to exclude other duties not mentioned that are of a similar kind or level of difficulty.

Work Schedule

This is a full-time, 40 hour per week position. On call is required, with a 60-minute response time.

Union Affiliation

This position is covered under the collective bargaining agreement between the U-M and the United Michigan Medicine Allied Professionals (UMMAP), which contains and settles all matters with respect to wages, benefits, hours, and other terms and conditions of employment.

Job Detail

Job Opening ID

283641

Working Title

Cardiac Cath Technologist

Job Title

Cardiac Cath Technologist

Work Location

Michigan Medicine - Ann Arbor

Ann Arbor, MI

Modes of Work

Onsite

Full/Part Time

Full-Time

Regular/Temporary

Regular

FLSA Status

Nonexempt

Organizational Group

Um Hospital

Department

MM CW Ped Cardiology - Tech

Posting Begin/End Date

9/28/2026 - 10/05/2026

Salary

$78,478.40 - $113,921.60

Career Interest

Patient Care Services

About University of Michigan

The University of Michigan is a public research university in Ann Arbor, Michigan. It is the state's oldest university and the flagship campus of the University of Michigan system. The University of Michigan was founded in 1817 in Detroit, as the Catholepistemiad, or University of Michigania, 20 years before the territory became a state. The school moved to Ann Arbor in 1837 onto 40 acres (16 ha) of what is now known as Central Campus. Since its establishment in Ann Arbor, the university campus has expanded to include more than 584 major buildings with a combined area of more than 34 million gross square feet (781 acres or 3.16 km²), and has two satellite campuses located in Flint and Dearborn. The University of Michigan is a founding member of the Association of American Universities.
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