DescriptionAdministers ionizing radiation using imaging modalities to perform radiographic procedures of a highly specialized nature. The individual must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development of the life span. The ability to assess data reflective of the patients status and appropriately interpret information relative to the patients agespecific needs is required.
Description of Cath Lab:
Mayo Clinic Arizonas cardiac catheterization lab is an environment of collaboration and growth. Our vision is to provide highquality and safe patient care. This is done through a collaborative team of radiologic technologists nurses and physicians working in tandem to deliver unparalleled care. We treat patients who need diagnostic and complex coronary interventions structural heart cases and heart failure procedures including transplant and hemodynamic evaluation.
- Coronary Angiogram
- Percutaneous Coronary Interventions
- Left Heart Catheterization
- Left Atrial Appendage Closure
- Adult Congenital
- Structural Heart Procedures
- EdgetoEdge Mitral Valve Repair
- Transcatheter Aortic Valve Intervention
- Patent Foramen Ovale Closure
- Atrial Septal Defect Closure
- Right Heart Catheterization
- Myocardial Biopsies
- Pulmonary Artery Sensor Placement
- Percutaneous Left Ventricular Assist Device
- Intraaortic Balloon Pump
Cath Labs Top 5 Must Haves for a Great Healthcare Career:
- Compassion. You got into healthcare to help those who need someone to comfort them in times of uncertainty. In the Cath lab you will use your skills to calm and reassure your patients. #Compassion #Healing
- A skilled team. The best patient experiences dont happen because of one great physician nurse or technologist. They happen when we bring together highly skilled teams who are hyperfocused on creating the best outcomes. #Teamwork
- Respect and Trust. Its not enough to have a bunch of smart people caring for patients. There must be a culture of safety so those people can speak upregardless of job title. #Respect #Integrity
- A growth mindset. Our Cath lab team performs highly complex procedures on patients who have multiple comorbidities. Participation in educational opportunities to increase knowledge and setting goals of obtaining certification sets this team above the rest. #Excellence
- Accountability and Autonomy. This team values utilizing their education to its full potential. The ideas the team has to conserve resources and drive departmental changes. These changes improve the patient experience as well as increase staff satisfaction. #Stewardship
Qualifications- High school diploma or GED.
- Graduate from an accredited radiography program of study.
- One year experience as an interventional radiology or cardiac cath lab technologist preferred. Functions as a Cardiac Cath Lab Technologist.
- ARRTR and Arizona CRT required.
- Basic Life Support Certification is required upon hire and must be valid for 90 days or greater from start date. Maintains Basic Life Support (BLS) Competency.
- ACLS required within 6 months of hire. CV CIVI RCIS or RCES required within two years of hire. Certification in Cardiac or Vascular Intervention by the ARRT preferred.