Office Based Lab Technologist

Cardiovascular Institute of the South Job Opportunity

Cardiovascular Institute of the South, a leading organization dedicated to advancing heart health through innovation and excellence, is part of a national cardiology platform, Cardiovascular Logistics (CVL). Together, we share the same mission to provide our patients with the highest quality cardiovascular care available. Join our team and be a part of an organization that is dedicated to improving patient outcomes and shaping the future of heart health.

What We Offer:

• Choice of three health insurance plans
• Dental insurance coverage
• Vision insurance coverage
• 401(k) with company match and profit-sharing plan
• Company-paid short-term and long-term disability coverage
• Company-paid life insurance for you and your family
• Access to company-provided training and educational resources
• Eligibility for annual merit-based performance increases
• Accrued General Purpose Time (GPT)
• Eight company-paid holidays
• Special company events, including Christmas parties, Family Day, employee engagement activities, and Spirit Days
• Complimentary Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for all employees and their dependents

About the Role:

• Perform diagnostic and interventional peripheral vascular procedures in an outpatient Office-Based Lab setting
• Assist physicians with diagnostic, therapeutic, and interventional vascular procedures per treatment plans
• Support angioplasties and other interventional treatments under direct physician supervision
• Operate and monitor specialized cath lab and interventional equipment (e.g., IVUS, AngioJet, laser devices)
• Ensure proper setup, sterilization, and maintenance of procedure rooms and equipment
• Monitor patient vitals (blood pressure, heart rate/rhythm) and assist with hemodynamic measurements
• Maintain radiation safety standards and report fluoro times at required intervals
• Circulate in procedure rooms and assist the care team throughout interventions
• Transport patients within the department as needed
• Maintain accurate documentation in EMR and procedural logs
• Ensure proper data transfer and storage of imaging and procedural information
• Follow infection control, HIPAA, and all compliance standards
• Maintain equipment functionality through daily checks and quality assurance

How You'll Drive Our Mission Forward:

• Deliver safe, high-quality care to adult and geriatric vascular patients
• Support accurate diagnosis and effective interventional treatment outcomes
• Promote patient safety through vigilant monitoring and radiation protection practices
• Ensure efficiency and accuracy in procedural workflow and documentation
• Contribute to a collaborative, team-based environment in high-stress clinical situations
• Help maintain compliance with organizational, regulatory, and safety standards
• Support continuous improvement through training, education, and equipment expertise
• Serve as a resource and "train-the-trainer" for assigned technologies and staff

What Makes You a Great Match:

• ARRT certification required; RCIS preferred
• Licensed by the Louisiana State Board of Medical Examiners in Radiologic Technology
• BLS certification required; ACLS preferred
• Minimum 2 years cath lab or critical care experience required
• Strong knowledge of peripheral vascular anatomy, physiology, and interventional procedures
• Skilled in sterile technique, scrub assisting, and circulating duties
• Competent in hemodynamic monitoring and waveform interpretation
• Experienced with vascular closure devices and sheath removal with manual hemostasis
• Strong understanding of radiation safety and interventional equipment operation
• Ability to work effectively in fast-paced, high-stress clinical environments
• Strong communication, teamwork, and patient-care coordination skills
• Proficient in EMR documentation and basic computer systems

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