Cardiovascular Technologist Jobs in Illinois

A Cardiovascular Technologist is a pivotal professional in the med tech industry who is specialized in diagnosing and treating heart and blood vessel issues. Their typical duties involve conducting tests on pulmonary or cardiovascular systems of patients for diagnostic purposes. They operate and monitor medical equipment used to analyze a patient's cardiovascular health, assist physicians with various procedures such as cardiac catheterizations, electrocardiograms, lung capacity tests, and similar procedures which require keen observation and analytical skills. They also are responsible for explaining procedures to patients and monitoring their status during the procedure.

In order to succeed in this role, a Cardiovascular Technologist must have a strong technical understanding of cardiovascular system and medical technology, combined with exemplary patient care skills. They should have a certification from the Cardiovascular Credentialing International or the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers. Some of the job roles a person may have before becoming a Cardiovascular Technologist include a Radiologic Technologist or a Medical Sonographer. These roles can provide the practical skills and knowledge needed to successfully transition into a Cardiovascular Technologist role. It is also beneficial to have hands-on experience in a hospital setting or a clinic that provides cardiovascular services.

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Interventional Technologist - Electrophysiology

  • Elk Grove Village, IL
  • 60+ days ago
  • Elk Grove Village, IL
  • 60+ days ago

Details Department: Electrophysiology Schedule: Full-Time - 8-hour day shift Hospital: Ascension Alexian Brothers Medical Center Location: Elk Grove Village, IL Sign-On Bonus: Up to $10,000.00...

Interventional Technologist- Cardiac Cath Lab

  • Hoffman Estates, IL
  • 60+ days ago
  • Hoffman Estates, IL
  • 60+ days ago

Details Department: Cardiac Cath Lab Schedule: Monday - Friday 7:00 am - 3:30 pm; rotating call, weekends and holidays Hospital: Ascension St Alexius Medical Center Location: Hoffman Estates, IL...

Cardiac Sonographer

  • Granite City, IL
  • 1 day ago
  • Granite City, IL
  • 1 day ago

It's more than a career, it's a calling MO-SSM Health St. Mary's Hospital - St. Louis Worker Type: Regular Job Highlights: Department: Echo Sonography Sign On Bonus: $10,000 Paid in full on 1st...

Perfusionist Pediatric PRN

  • Fairview Heights, IL
  • 4 days ago
  • Fairview Heights, IL
  • 4 days ago

It's more than a career, it's a calling MO-SSM Health Cardinal Glennon Children's Hospital Worker Type: PRN Job Highlights: Department: Perfusion Schedule: PRN as needed Pay Range starts at:...

Interventional Technologist - Cardiac Catheterization Lab

  • Elk Grove Village, IL
  • 14 days ago
  • Elk Grove Village, IL
  • 14 days ago

Details Department: Cardiac Cath Lab Schedule: Full Time Day Shift Hospital: Ascension Alexian Brothers Medical Center Location: Elk Grove Village, IL Sign-On Bonus: Up to $10,000.00 Salary:...

Travel Allied-Radiology Technologist, Cath Lab Tech

  • Springfield, IL
  • 2 days ago
  • Springfield, IL
  • 2 days ago

Radiology Technologist - Cath Lab Tech We are seeking a skilled Radiology Technologist specializing in Cath Lab procedures. In this role, you will assist in diagnostic and interventional...

Travel Allied-Radiology Technologist, Vascular Interventional

  • Hinsdale, IL
  • 5 days ago
  • Hinsdale, IL
  • 5 days ago

Radiology Technologist - Vascular Interventional We are seeking a skilled Radiology Technologist - Vascular Interventional to join our team. In this role, you will assist physicians with minimally...

Local Allied-Radiology Technologist, Cath Lab Tech

  • Peoria, IL
  • 5 days ago
  • Peoria, IL
  • 5 days ago

Radiology Technologist - Cath Lab Tech We are seeking a skilled Radiology Technologist specializing in Cath Lab procedures. In this role, you will assist in diagnostic and interventional...

Local Allied-Radiology Technologist, Vascular Interventional

  • Hinsdale, IL
  • 5 days ago
  • Hinsdale, IL
  • 5 days ago

Radiology Technologist - Vascular Interventional We are seeking a skilled Radiology Technologist - Vascular Interventional to join our team. In this role, you will assist physicians with minimally...

Local Allied-Radiology Technologist, Electrophysiology (EP) Lab

  • Springfield, IL
  • 10 days ago
  • Springfield, IL
  • 10 days ago

Monitor and record electrocardiograms (ECGs) and intracardiac signals during EP procedures. Operate imaging equipment to guide physicians during diagnostic or interventional procedures....

Travel Allied-Radiology Technologist, Electrophysiology (EP) Lab

  • Springfield, IL
  • 11 days ago
  • Springfield, IL
  • 11 days ago

Monitor and record electrocardiograms (ECGs) and intracardiac signals during EP procedures. Operate imaging equipment to guide physicians during diagnostic or interventional procedures....

Radiologic Technologist - Cath Lab

  • Urbana, IL
  • 90+ days ago
  • Urbana, IL
  • 90+ days ago

Overview The Registered Radiologic Technologist is a professional caregiver who assumes responsibility of patients for a designated time frame and to provide care, specifically in the Heart &...

Travel Cardiac Sonographer

  • Springfield, IL
  • 6 hours ago
  • Springfield, IL
  • 6 hours ago

Travel Cardiac Sonographer - $2,737 per week TRS Healthcare is seeking a travel Cardiac Sonographer for a travel job in Springfield, Illinois. Job Description & Requirements Specialty: Cardiac...

Travel Cath Lab Technologist - $2,830 per week

  • Springfield, IL
  • 13 hours ago
  • Springfield, IL
  • 13 hours ago

Springboard Healthcare is seeking a travel Cath Lab Technologist for a travel job in Springfield, Illinois. Job Description & Requirements Specialty: Cath Lab Technologist Discipline: Allied...

EVERGREEN Cardiac Technician - Deerfield, IL

  • Deerfield, IL
  • 20 hours ago
  • Deerfield, IL
  • 20 hours ago

at iRhythm Technologies in Deerfield, Illinois, United States Job Description Career-defining. Life-changing. At iRhythm, you'll have the opportunity to grow your skills and your career while...

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Salary for Cardiovascular Technologist Jobs in Illinois

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireMedTechs research efforts.


Highest Education Level

Cardiovascular Technologists in Illinois offer the following education background
Vocational Degree or Certification
25.6%
Bachelor's Degree
25.4%
Associate's Degree
23.2%
High School or GED
15.2%
Master's Degree
5.7%
Some College
2.3%
Doctorate Degree
2.3%
Some High School
0.4%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Cardiovascular Technologists in Illinois
1-2 years
38.5%
Less than 1 year
36.5%
2-4 years
18.3%
None
6.7%


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