Cardiac Catheterization Lab Manager

Full-Time, Day Shift Leadership Position

Ft. Mill, SC 

85-125K + Bonus + Paid Relocation 

Full-time, Day Shift

A prominent, quality-focused regional healthcare system is seeking an experienced and dynamic leader to manage the operations of its Cardiac Catheterization (Cath) Laboratory. This is a high-impact, full-time role for a proven clinical leader dedicated to advancing cardiovascular care and operational excellence. The ideal candidate will balance exceptional clinical standards with strong business acumen.

Position Summary:

Reporting to the Director of Cardiovascular Services, the Cath Lab Manager is the key leader responsible for the 24/7 operational oversight, clinical quality, and strategic growth of the Cardiac Cath Lab. This role involves managing a multidisciplinary team, ensuring patient safety, optimizing resource utilization, and driving continuous quality improvement initiatives across all procedural areas.

Key Responsibilities:

Clinical & Quality Leadership:

• Establish and enforce clinical standards, processes, and protocols to ensure the highest level of patient care, safety, and outcomes.

• Oversee all clinical operations, including scrub, circulate, and monitoring roles, to maintain procedural efficiency and quality.

• Lead quality improvement activities (e.g., NCDR registry submission, STEMI protocols) and regulatory compliance (e.g., TJC, CMS).

• Serve as a clinical resource and liaison for interventional cardiologists, surgeons, and other procedural staff.

Operations & Financial Management:

• Manage the department's operational and capital budgets, ensuring fiscal responsibility and resource stewardship.

• Develop and manage the daily, weekly, and on-call staffing schedules for RNs, Technologists (RCIS/RTR), and support personnel.

• Oversee inventory management and supply chain logistics to ensure proper stock levels and cost-effective purchasing.

• Identify opportunities to enhance operational efficiency, throughput, and patient satisfaction metrics.

Team Leadership & Development:

• Recruit, hire, train, and mentor a high-performing, engaged, and competent Cath Lab team.

• Conduct timely and constructive performance evaluations and disciplinary actions as needed.

• Foster a positive work environment, promoting teamwork, professional development, and interdepartmental collaboration.

• Ensure all staff meet and maintain required competencies, certifications, and continuing education requirements.

Candidate Qualifications:

Education & Experience Requirements:

• Minimum Education: Graduation from an approved and accredited Nursing program or Radiologic/Cardiovascular Technology program.

  • A Bachelor's degree is required (BSN preferred for RNs).

• Experience: 3-5 years of experience in an acute care setting, including a minimum of 2 years of recent clinical experience in a Cardiac Cath Lab or Electrophysiology (EP) Lab.

• Management Experience: Required. Must have demonstrated leadership experience overseeing a clinical team or department.

Required Licensure & Certifications:

• For RN Candidates: A valid Permanent Multi-State RN License (from the state of residence) is required.

• For Technologist Candidates: RCIS or RTR certification is strongly preferred/required (depending on role focus).

• Current American Heart Association BLS CPR required (must be obtained within 7 days of hire).

• Current American Heart Association ACLS required (must be obtained within orientation period).

• Certification from the South Carolina Radiation Quality Standards Association (SCRQSA) required within 30 days of hire.