Director – Cardiac Catheterization Lab

Job Description

Networks Connect is conduction a search on behalf of our client for an experienced and driven Director of the Cardiac Catheterization Lab to lead the clinical and operational functions of a high-performing cardiac program. This full-time leadership role carries 24/7 accountability and is ideal for a skilled RN, RTR, or Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist with a strong foundation in cath lab operations and a passion for advancing cardiovascular care. The ideal candidate combines clinical depth with strong leadership, financial acumen, and a commitment to delivering exceptional patient outcomes in a fast-paced, high-stakes environment.

Earnings

$113,000 - $149,000 salary

Duties

• Provide strategic and operational leadership for the Cardiac Cath Lab, ensuring alignment with hospital-wide goals and quality standards
• Oversee patient care delivery, nursing practices, and staffing needs for consistent clinical excellence
• Drive regulatory compliance with standards from TJC, OSHA, CDC, ACHA, and other governing bodies
• Lead departmental budgeting, financial forecasting, and resource planning to meet revenue and cost targets
• Collaborate across departments and disciplines to promote safe, patient-centered, and evidence-based care
• Develop and enforce policies and procedures to support staff accountability and patient satisfaction
• Guide personnel actions including hiring, coaching, evaluations, and progressive discipline
• Champion initiatives that promote continuous improvement, high reliability, and a just culture
• Serve as a patient and staff advocate while fostering a culture of inclusion, professionalism, and clinical excellence

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing or a healthcare-related field required
• Registered Nurse (RN), Registered Technologist in Radiography (RTR), or Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist (RCIS) required
• Florida RN license or Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist license required
• Master’s Degree preferred
• 3–5 years of cardiac catheterization lab experience required
• Minimum 3 years of leadership experience preferred
• BLS certification (AHA or Red Cross) required
• Strong understanding of healthcare finance, strategic planning, and regulatory requirements
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and other administrative software tools
• Exceptional decision-making, problem-solving, and communication skills
• Analytical and budget-conscious with proven success managing complex operations
• Motivational leadership style focused on team development and patient satisfaction
• Comfortable managing change in a dynamic healthcare environment

Why Apply?

• Lead a mission-driven team in a nationally recognized cardiovascular program
• Make an immediate impact on clinical quality, operational performance, and patient outcomes
• Drive innovations in interventional cardiology and high-acuity patient care
• Advance your leadership career with strategic oversight of a vital cardiac department