Cardiac Cath Technician - Cardiac Transition Unit

Play a vital role in helping cardiac patients safely recover, transition, and return home following life-changing procedures. This position offers the opportunity to work in a highly specialized environment where your technical skills, clinical judgment, and teamwork directly contribute to exceptional patient outcomes.

As a Cardiac Cath Technician in UVA Health's Cardiac Transition Unit (CTU), you will be an essential member of a collaborative cardiovascular care team. Working alongside experienced nurses and providers, you will support patients through critical phases of care while utilizing advanced skills that go beyond those found in many traditional technician roles.

The Role

The Cardiac Transition Unit is a unique environment that cares for patients recovering from cardiovascular procedures and preparing for discharge. This role combines hands-on patient care, technical expertise, and close collaboration with nursing staff in a fast-paced setting where every team member plays an important role.

In a typical day, you will support patients and the care team through responsibilities including:

• Drawing blood specimens and assisting with diagnostic testing needs

• Starting IVs and maintaining vascular access

• Obtaining and documenting vital signs, intake and output measurements, and patient weights

• Ambulating patients and supporting safe mobility

• Performing site checks and monitoring procedural recovery areas

• Pulling sheaths and assisting with specialized post-procedural care

• Partnering closely with the assigned RN to ensure seamless patient care and communication

• Supporting patient flow and helping maintain efficient unit operations

This is an ideal opportunity for individuals who enjoy working in a highly collaborative setting where clinical skills are continuously developed and utilized. The unit is actively expanding its ability to care for additional overnight patients, making this an exciting time to join a growing team that is helping shape the future of cardiovascular care at UVA Health.

Why UVA Health

UVA Health is nationally recognized for delivering outstanding patient care while advancing innovation, education, and research. As part of an academic health system, team members have the opportunity to contribute to a culture that values excellence, continuous learning, and professional growth.

Within the Cardiac Transition Unit, you'll find a role that offers experiences and responsibilities that distinguish it from many comparable technician positions.

Highlights of this opportunity include:

• Advanced skill development, including training in pulling sheaths, IV insertion, and post-procedural site assessments

• A unique care environment that blends elements of inpatient and ambulatory cardiovascular care

• Strong team-based culture where technicians and nurses work closely together to deliver exceptional patient experiences

• Exposure to specialized cardiac populations and cutting-edge cardiovascular treatments

• Opportunities to grow clinically while working alongside highly skilled cardiovascular professionals

• Predictable scheduling advantages, including a unit structure that is not routinely open for Saturday or Sunday night shifts

• Holiday scheduling aligned with clinic operations, supporting improved work-life balance compared to many inpatient settings

• An opportunity to join a department with growth initiatives focused on expanding patient capacity and enhancing cardiovascular services

At UVA Health, you'll be part of a mission-driven organization where your work is recognized, your development is supported, and your contributions make a meaningful difference for patients and families throughout Virginia and beyond.

Relocation assistance may be available for qualified candidates.

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