Cath Lab Technologist Mid-shift
Company: SSM Health
Location: Florissant
Posted on: March 10, 2026
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Job Description:
It's more than a career, it's a calling MO-SSM Health Saint
Louis University Hospital 1201 Grand Department: Cardiac Cath Lab ·
Sign On Bonus*: up to $20,000 Paid in full on 1st pay check ·
Schedule:? full time 10:30a - 7p · Pay Range starts at: $30.91/hour
Daily pay available! · Shift Differentials: Available for night,
weekend, and additional shifts? · Location: MO-SSM Health Saint
Louis University Hospital 1201 Grand Requirements: MUST HAVE CATH
LAB EXPERIENCE AND/OR TRAINING Relocation assistance is available
for those who qualify. * * The Cardiology Tech in the Cardiac
Catheterization Laboratory performs tasks that provide technical
support during invasive cardiovascular procedures while also
providing basic patient care to all types of patients under the
direction and supervision of the professional nurse. Cardiology
Tech assists in maintaining order and cleanliness of the
department. POSITION ACCOUNTABILITIES AND PERFORMANCE CRITERIA
(Percent of Time) Essential Functions: The following are essential
job accountabilities and performance criteria: General Patient
Care: Performs general patient care as it relates to the patient’s
physical needs under the direction of the RN. (Follows established
policies and procedures if providing direct patient care. Initiates
and plans for provision of patient comfort and hygiene measures.
Assists nurses and physicians with procedure. Applies sterile
drapes and prepares equipment prior to start of procedure. I)
Documents an appropriate patient history containing pertinent
patient information regarding their condition and including patient
limitations into computerized Cath lab charting system under the
RN’s direction. Initiates appropriate action in regard to supplies
and equipment. (Operates equipment necessary and demonstrates
proficiency. Video/imaging system Cardiac output units Quantitative
analysis software Intravascular ultrasound units Doppler blood flow
velocity unit Temporary Pacemaker Maintains supplies and equipment.
Ensures equipment/supplies are available and stored appropriately
Notifies appropriate department to maintain a clean and safe
environment (housekeeping, maintenance, dietary, etc.) Assesses
groin site and peripheral pulses. Assesses site after homeostasis
is obtained. Assists Operations Coordinator as needed on
inventory/supply maintenance. (Assists with inventory counting.
Communication: Communicates effectively on behalf of patients
and/or unit concerns to the appropriate people. (Obtains patient
care instructions from professional nurse and informs nurse of
changes in patient’s condition. Documents all procedures concisely
and legibly on chart forms according to chart form guidelines.
Answers the telephone by identifying the unit and self in a
courteous manner. Directs prompt and courteous attention to the
needs of patients, families, visitors, and physicians.
Safety/Infection Control: Practices according to safety and
infection control policies. (Maintains a safe, clean, comfortable
and therapeutic environment for patients/families/employees in
accordance with hospital standards. Reports risk management
concerns. Assumes responsibility for completing all annual
mandatory requirements as assigned by SSM Health Saint Louis
University Hospital . Cleans procedure room between patients (mops
floor, empties trash, etc.). Communication: Communicates
effectively on behalf of patients and/or unit concerns to the
appropriate persons. Obtains reports from professional nurse and
informs nurse of changes in patient’s condition. Documents all
procedures concisely and legibly on chart forms according to chart
form guidelines. Answers the telephone by identifying the unit and
self in courteous manner. Directs prompt and courteous attention to
the needs of patients, families, visitors and physicians. Provides
service excellence to the customers of Saint Louis University
Hospital by delivering timely, high quality care in a courteous and
respectful manner. (Demonstrates care and courtesy Meets physical,
spiritual, psychological, and emotional needs of patients and
families. Provides quality care in accordance to standards.
Personal Accountability: Demonstrates accountability for own job
performance. (Is at work as scheduled and begins duties promptly at
start of shift. Functions as a resource person to co-workers,
patients/families, medical staff, and ancillary personnel.
Identifies problems, gathers pertinent data, suggests solutions,
communicates using appropriate lines of authority, and works toward
problem resolution. Asks for assistance when necessary and offers
to willingly assist co-workers. Demonstrates pride in physical
appearance of the hospital, keeping all areas neat and clean.
Adheres to and incorporates all customer service standards in
patient care and work practices. Performance improvement (PI):
Incorporates performance improvement into one’s professional
practice. Assists in deploying unit-based PI plan. Collects PI data
as assigned. Participates in research activities on the nursing
unit. Provides age-appropriate care to: % Criteria Includes the
family/guardian providing care in decision making as appropriate.
Determines immunization status, if warranted. Appropriately refers
or requests consultations for special needs and/or equipment.
Telephone communication. Routine patient care activities (i.e.
bathing, bed changes, feeding patient). Specific data collection
activities. The performance of this function is the reason the job
exists. There are limited employees among whom the performance of
this function can be distributed. Exposure to blood borne pathogens
that require the use of protective equipment. Exposure to
tuberculosis that requires the use of protective equipment. High
school graduate. Radiology Technologist registered preferred, or
eligible. or CCI credential for Cath lab. Previous Cath Lab
experience Regularly exposed to the risk of blood borne diseases
and radiation. Requires wearing of protective apparel such as lead
aprons, eye protection, sterile and non-sterile medical gloves and
masks. May perform emergency care. Furthermore, the duties and
responsibilities for this job classification are subject to change
at the discretion of the medical center. Basic Life Support
HealthCare Provider (BLS HCP) - American Heart Association (AHA)
Work Shift: Day Shift (United States of America) 3001000037 Cardiac
Cath Lab SSM Health values our exceptional employees by offering a
comprehensive benefits package to fit their needs. Paid Parental
Leave : we offer eligible team members one week of paid parental
leave for newborns or newly adopted children (pro-rated based on
FTE). Flexible Payment Options: our voluntary benefit offered
through DailyPay offers eligible hourly team members instant access
to their earned, unpaid base pay (fees may apply) before payday.
SSM Health is an equal opportunity employer. SSM Health does not
discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national
origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity,
pregnancy, veteran status , or any other characteristic protected
by applicable law.
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