Cardiovascular Technologist
About the job
- Must be a graduate of a Radiology Technology, Cardiovascular Technology, or equivalent program; alternatively, candidates who have not graduated from those programs must have four years of direct cath lab experience.
- For the West region, graduation from an accredited Cardiovascular Technology or Radiologic Technology school is required.
- Must be currently registered as a Radiological Technologist or Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist, or obtain RT(R) or RCIS certification within 18 months of hire or transfer.
- Current American Heart Association Healthcare Provider Basic Cardiac Life Support certification, or obtain it within one month of hire, is required.
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support certification is required, or must be obtained within six months of hire.
- For the West region, a current North Dakota Medical Imaging and Radiation Therapy Board license is required.
- For the West region, Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist certification is required within 24 months of hire or transfer.
- Set up, operate, and monitor specialized equipment and supplies used for cardiac and peripheral vascular procedures.
- Assist cardiologists or surgeons during catheter-based and device implant procedures.
About the company
Essentia Health operates as a large non-profit, integrated health system serving rural communities across Minnesota, Wisconsin, and North Dakota. It runs 14 hospitals and 79 clinics plus long-term care, home health, and ambulance services, delivering primary care, heart and vascular, cancer care, orthopedics, obstetrics, and more, with support from digital health including extensive telehealth. The company earns revenue from patient care and increasingly from value-based care arrangements that tie payments to outcomes and costs. Its goal is to improve rural health access and outcomes by coordinating care across hospitals and clinics, reinvesting profits into community health, and expanding access through scale, IT, and partnerships.
Company Size
5,001-10,000
Company Stage
Grant
Total Funding
$230K
Headquarters
Duluth, Minnesota
Founded
2004
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Essentia announced a $14.5 million Superior investment on September 17, 2026.
- Superior added two ambulances, two surgeons, and robotic surgery before the Blatnik Bridge closure.
- Community Paramedics in Duluth reduced readmissions by treating barriers inside patients' homes.
What critics are saying
- Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison opened a public-interest review on September 29, 2026.
- NLRB Case 18-CA-382014 remains open after union allegations of discipline and retaliation.
- Union pickets in Duluth on July 31, 2026 signaled wage pressure and safety conflict.
What makes Essentia Health unique
- Essentia Health spans 14 hospitals and 80 clinics across Minnesota, Wisconsin, North Dakota.
- Essentia ran 155,000 telehealth visits and nearly 40% value-based revenue in fiscal 2024.
- On September 29, 2026, Essentia joined HealthPartners, preserving local Essentia branding.
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Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life Insurance
Disability Insurance
401(k) Retirement Plan
Flexible Work Hours
Unlimited Paid Time Off
Wellness Program
Gym Membership
Phone/Internet Stipend
Professional Development Budget
Tuition Reimbursement
Conference Attendance Budget
Family Planning Benefits
Fertility Treatment Support
Remote Work Options
Hybrid Work Options
Paid Vacation
Salary/Bonus incentives not a benefit
Growth & Insights and Company News
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Two major Minnesota healthcare providers, Essentia Health and HealthPartners, announced they are merging to create an organisation serving over 2 million patients. The combined entity will operate under the HealthPartners name starting in 2027, pending regulatory approval. The merger will unite 22 hospitals and more than 135 clinics across Minnesota, Wisconsin, and North Dakota. Duluth-based Essentia Health currently spans from Central North Dakota to Northeastern Wisconsin, whilst Bloomington-based HealthPartners focuses on the Twin Cities area and extends into Western Wisconsin. The organisations cited "significant financial headwinds" in healthcare and rising costs as drivers for the combination. They say the merger will improve care coordination, expand access, and address affordability concerns. Patients should expect no immediate changes to benefits or coverage during the regulatory review period through 2026.
Essentia Health-Duluth Clinic welcomes Cassandra Morsette to practice allergy and immunology. Cassandra Morsette, an advanced practice registered nurse and certified nurse practitioner practicing allergy and immunology, is thrilled to join the Essentia Health-Duluth Clinic. "I have previously worked for Essentia in a variety of roles," said Morsette. "Having been an advanced practice nurse working in family medicine for more than 14 years now, my interests have gravitated towards this new specialty. My experience as a patient with doctors at Essentia made it an easy transition to rejoin the organization." Morsette received her education from the College of St. Scholastica in Duluth and is certified by the American Nurses Credentialing Center. "I believe the best healthcare starts with a conversation," said Morsette. "I want my patients and their families to feel comfortable asking questions and know that we are a team working towards better health. Everyone deserves to be heard, to be well informed and have confidence in their care." To schedule an appointment with Morsette, please call (218) 786-1414. To see her full profile, visit EssentiaHealth.org and click on "find a doctor."
Essentia Health hosting free Back-to-Basics Health Night in Moose Lake. Essentia Health invites the community to a free, family friendly evening of health and wellness at its Moose Lake clinic and hospital. Its Back-to-Basics Health Night aims to help people feel and live better. Essentia Health is offering a wide range of services, screenings, demonstrations and interactive activities for all ages. The event goes from 5-6:30 p.m. on Tuesday, Sept. 29, at Essentia Health-Moose Lake,, located at 4572 Country Rd. 61. "We're excited to welcome everyone for an evening that makes health and wellness accessible, informative and fun," said Trina Lower, operations senior manager at Essentia Health-Moose Lake. "Whether you're coming for a flu shot, a screening or just to explore what we offer, there's something for the whole family." Attendees can receive a flu shot (fees may apply depending on your insurance), take a guided tour of the Rhonda Kay Skelton Birthing Center and participate in vision and hearing screenings. The event is free and open to the public, with no registration required. Additional offerings include: - Balance challenge and grip strength competition. - Stretching demonstrations and post-surgery mobility education. - "Build a healthy plate" game and medication safety tips. - Cholesterol testing and advanced directive education. - Baby-swaddling station, newborn weight guessing game and Teddy Bear Clinic. - Adaptive equipment demonstrations, Child ID resources and emergency home and car kit examples. - Brain stimulation games focused on the importance of sleep. - Career opportunities and a "What Healthcare Career Fits You?" quiz. - MyChart demonstrations and patient recovery tips. - More than 10 raffle prizes and games open to participants of all ages. Mammography appointments are also available; those interested should call 218-485-5578 in advance to schedule. Light refreshments will be served.