Lead Cardiovascular Technologist

Location

Milwaukee, WI | Columbia St. Mary's Milwaukee | Cardiac Cath Labs

Schedule

Days | Full-time

About the role

As a member of the Cardiac Cath Labs team, you will provide physiological monitoring and clinical support during procedures, collaborate closely with physicians, manage materials and inventory, assist with patient care and transport, and serve as a team leader in training and operational standards.

Responsibilities

• Perform active intra-procedural monitoring and calculations (heart rate, rhythm, cardiac output, shunting) while rapidly identifying and communicating critical condition changes to the physician and team
• Anticipate case and physician needs in real time, adapting quickly during procedures and consulting with leadership on product selection and inventory management
• Assist with room setup, patient transport, and post-procedure cleanup—ensuring strict safety and infection control—while educating patients on insertion site care, activity guidelines, and warning signs
• Serve as a functional resource by leading staff orientation, training, and coaching, providing input on performance evaluations, and maintaining strict compliance with safety procedures

Required credentials

• BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date (American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted)
• One or more of the following, obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date:
  • Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist credential from Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI)
  • Cardiographic Tech specializing in Electrophysiology credential from CCI
  • Radiologic Technologist specializing in Radiography credential from American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)

Preferred credentials

• Advanced Life Support (American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted)
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted)

Education and experience

• High School diploma equivalency with 2 years of cumulative experience OR
• Associate's degree/Technical degree with 1 year of experience OR
• 5 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience

Benefits

• Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
• Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
• Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning
• Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
• Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits
• Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more