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Radiology Technologist - Cardiac Cath Lab

Advocate Health · Elgin, IL

Posted Aug 27, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Sep 20, 2026

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Behavioral

Tell me about a time a case went sideways in the lab, maybe a patient became unstable or a device wasn't working right. What did you do?

composure and clinical judgment under real pressure, not hypothetical calm

Tell me about a time you had to explain a procedure to a scared patient or family member right before they went into the lab.

bedside communication skill under time pressure with anxious patients

Tell me about a time you had to work closely with nursing staff and physicians who all had different priorities during a single case.

teamwork and role clarity in a high-stakes, multidisciplinary environment

What does maintaining a safe and organized cath lab look like to you day to day, beyond just the procedure itself?

attention to environment, supply stocking, and infection control habits that keep the lab running

Tell me about a piece of equipment or imaging technology you had to learn on the fly. How did you get up to speed?

adaptability and commitment to ongoing skill development the posting calls out explicitly

Technical

Walk me through how you'd set up the room for a diagnostic left heart cath, from patient arrival to the physician making the puncture.

whether the candidate actually knows cath lab workflow and sterile setup, not just textbook terms

How do you read and interpret hemodynamic waveforms, and can you tell me about a time a pressure tracing told you something was wrong before anyone said a word?

depth of actual hemodynamic monitoring skill versus surface familiarity

What's your approach to radiation safety for yourself, the team, and the patient during a long interventional case?

whether safety habits are built in or an afterthought, given daily radiation exposure

What IV therapy and basic patient assessment skills do you bring, and how comfortable are you starting lines or checking vitals under time pressure?

baseline clinical competency required before stepping into the lab role

Situational

You're on call at 2am and get activated for a STEMI. Walk me through what you do from the phone call to wheels-in.

understanding of door-to-balloon urgency and personal readiness for call responsibilities

If the physician asks for a catheter or contrast approach you think might not be right for that patient, what do you do in that moment?

willingness to speak up to a physician while respecting the chain of command

You're 11 days into a stretch of call this month and get activated again on a holiday. How do you keep yourself sharp and safe for the patient?

realistic self-awareness about fatigue and the demanding call schedule

If you're a new grad, how are you planning to prepare for your registry exam within six months while working full shifts and taking call?

realistic plan and self-direction for meeting the licensure deadline built into the job

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The full job description

As published by Advocate Health.

Department: 36943 Advocate Sherman Hospital - Interventional Platform Status: Full time Benefits Eligible: Yes Hou rs Per Week: 40 Schedule Details/Additional Information: Monday - Friday working 8-hour shifts (7am-3:30pm). 8-11 days of call per month (Including weekends and holidays). Pay Range: $38.20 - $57.30 ***$10,000 sign-on bonus eligible*** Location: Advocate Sherman Hospital - 1425 N Randall Rd Hours: Full-time, 40 hours per week - Five 8-hour shifts Shift: Monday - Friday working 8-hour shifts (7am-3:30pm). Required 8-11 days of call per month (Including weekends and holidays). Major Responsibilities: • The Cardiovascular Invasive Special Procedures Tech provides competent, proficient, technical support during diagnostic and interventional cardiac catheterization procedures, implementing procedural standards and protocols. • The Cardiovascular Invasive Special Procedures Tech provides patient care specific to procedural requirements and patient needs (under the supervision of physicians and Cath Lab nursing personnel) within established departmental policies for scope of practice. • The Cardiovascular Invasive Special Procedures Tech provides support and education to patients, families, and other healthcare team members. • The Cardiovascular Invasive Special Procedures Tech maintains a safe, organized and efficient work environment. • The Cardiovascular Invasive Special Procedures Tech demonstrates the ability to interact and cooperate with all customers. • The Cardiovascular Invasive Special Procedures Tech maintains professional growth, self-development objectives, and skill enhancement. • The Cardiovascular Invasive Special Procedures Tech demonstrates a commitment to the organization by supporting and adapting to changes consistent with operating goals. Education/Experience Required: • New RT Graduates will be considered for employment if a position is open and if the following requirements are met: • Solid academic standing • Student demonstrates a desire to learn and is self-motivated and self-directed • Letter of recommendation from instructor • Employee must take RT Boards (Registry Exam) within 6 months of graduation in order to continue employment in the Cardiac Cath Lab • Employee will start at the base salary entry level of this position range Experienced RT: • Must be a graduate of an accreditated School of Radiology • Must have a minimum of 2 years interventional procedural experience Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required: • Experienced Level: Intermediate computer skills, film-processing skills, hemodynamic interpretation skills, basic patient assessment skills, IV therapy skills. New Grads will require educational classes to acquire the above skills. Knowledge of radiographic imaging and radiation safety. • Current RT license in State of Illinois and current AART registry. BCLS certification. Physicial Requirements and Working Conditions: • Ability to work staggered 8-10 hour shifts. Ability to take call. Ability to work under stressful conditions and difficult situations. Exposed to blood and body fluids. Exposed to radiation. Ability to assist patients in transfer. Ability to perform lifting, pulling, and pushing activities related to patient positioning/transfer and stocking of supplies. • If position has direct patient care or direct patient contact the following lifting requirement supersedes any previous lifting requirement effective 06/01/2015. Ability to lift up to 35 pounds without assistance. For patient lifts of over 35 pounds, or when patient is unable to assist with the lift, patient handling equipment is expected to be used, with at least one other associate, when available. Unique patient lifting/movement situations will be assessed on a case-by-case basis. This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties. Our Commitment to You: Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more – so you can live fully at and away from work, including: Compensation • Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training • Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job • Incentive pay for select positions • Opportunity for annual increases based on performance Benefits and more • Paid Time Off programs • Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability • Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses • Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave • Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs • Educational Assistance Program Note: Eligibility for programs listed above may depend on your FTE or status (e.g., full-time, part-time, per diem, temporary, etc.); please ask a Recruiter for more information during an interview. About Advocate Health  Advocate Health is the third-largest nonprofit, integrated health system in the United States, created from the combination of Advocate Aurora Health and Atrium Health. Providing care under the names Advocate Health Care in Illinois; Atrium Health in the Carolinas, Georgia and Alabama; and Aurora Health Care in Wisconsin, Advocate Health is a national leader in clinical innovation, health outcomes, consumer experience and value-based care. Headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, Advocate Health services nearly 6 million patients and is engaged in hundreds of clinical trials and research studies, with Wake Forest University School of Medicine serving as the academic core of the enterprise. It is nationally recognized for its expertise in cardiology, neurosciences, oncology, pediatrics and rehabilitation, as well as organ transplants, burn treatments and specialized musculoskeletal programs. Advocate Health employs 155,000 teammates across 69 hospitals and over 1,000 care locations, and offers one of the nation’s largest graduate medical education programs with over 2,000 residents and fellows across more than 200 programs. Committed to providing equitable care for all, Advocate Health provides more than $6 billion in annual community benefits.

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