Cardiovascular Tech- Cath Lab (ARRT-R)

About the Role

PeaceHealth Southwest Medical Center is seeking an Experienced Cardiovascular Technologist (ARRT‑R) for its diverse Cath Lab. The regional referral center serves Southwest Washington and surrounding communities, offering exposure to interventional cardiology, structural heart cases, vascular interventions, neurovascular procedures, and cardiac device work.

What You’ll Experience

• Broad exposure across interventional cardiology, structural heart, vascular, neurovascular, and interventional radiology procedures
• A highly collaborative environment where technologists are recognized as valued clinical partners
• Complex, high‑acuity cases that continually build skills and confidence
• One of the largest structural heart programs between Tacoma and Medford
• Opportunities to expand knowledge while working alongside experienced physicians and clinical teams
• The stability and support of a large nonprofit healthcare system committed to caregiver wellbeing

Why Technologists Choose PeaceHealth Southwest

• Approximately 25–30 procedures daily across six procedural rooms
• Two dedicated Cardiac Cath Lab rooms
• One hybrid room supporting vascular and structural heart procedures
• One Interventional Radiology suite, including neuro‑interventional procedures
• Two Electrophysiology (EP) rooms (Cath Lab technologists do not staff EP cases)

Schedule & Call

• Four 10‑hour day shifts per week (4 × 10 hrs)
• Rotating weekday off
• Every fifth weekend creates a four‑day weekend
• One weekday call shift per week
• Weekend call rotation every 4th to 6th weekend

What Makes You Successful

• Enjoys procedural variety and continual learning
• Works well in fast‑paced clinical environments
• Brings strong critical thinking during complex cases
• Values teamwork and professional collaboration
• Takes pride in delivering exceptional patient care
• Communicates effectively with physicians and multidisciplinary teams

Compensation & Benefits

Pay Range: $51.58 – $76.84 per hour (rate dependent on education, training, experience, collective bargaining terms, seniority, etc.). Hiring bonus and relocation assistance may be available.

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 403(b) retirement plan with employer contributions and matching opportunities
• Paid time off
• Employer‑paid life and disability insurance
• Additional voluntary insurance options
• Tuition reimbursement
• Wellness resources
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Mental health support services

Required Credentials

• ARRT® certification (required)
• Washington State Radiologic Technologist License (required)
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification (required)
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification (required within 6 months of hire)
• NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) certification (required within 6 months of hire)

Experience

• Minimum two years of Cardiac Cath Lab experience, equivalent experience, or previous hospital‑based experience (required)
• Preferred: Two or more years of Cath Lab experience with exposure to cardiac procedures, vascular interventions, and interventional radiology procedures

Why Vancouver, Washington?

Vancouver offers a rare combination of career opportunity and quality of life. Enjoy outdoor recreation, rivers, trails, mountains, dining, and cultural activities while working at a major regional medical center. With Portland just across the river and the Pacific Northwest at your doorstep, many healthcare professionals come for the opportunity and stay for the lifestyle.