Cardiovascular Technologist - Pediatric Cath Lab

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At Mary Bridge Children's Hospital & Health Network, kids and families are at the center of everything we do. Based in Tacoma, Washington, and serving communities throughout the South Sound, our nationally recognized pediatric hospital, clinics and specialty network bring together providers, nurses and team members dedicated to delivering exceptional care for children and families.

Recognized as a Top Children's Hospital by The Leapfrog Group and backed by a growing pediatric network, we're proud to make a difference in the lives of children and families every day while helping shape the future of children's healthcare.

FTE: 0.01, Shift: Variable, Schedule: 10hr shifts + Call

Additional information about our award winning Mary Bridge Children’s Hospital and Health Network, our history dating back to 1955, and our new campus can be found here: About Us - Mary Bridge Children's

Position Summary

The Pediatric and Congenital Cardiovascular Technologist at Mary Bridge Children’s will provide technical expertise and patient care support in the pediatric cardiac catheterization lab, assisting physicians with diagnostic and interventional procedures for infants, children, and adolescents with congenital or acquired heart disease.

The Cardiovascular Technologist will ensure quality care, with a focus on the comfort and well-being of the patient and family. Through providing support during diagnostic, therapeutic, and interventional procedures, you will be able to apply your independent decision-making skills every day.

The tech serves in the scrub, circulator, and recording role. Procedures include but are not limited to angioplasty, balloon atrial sept ostomies, stenting, device placements (valves, asd, vsd, etc), thrombolysis, embolization, thoracic duct takedowns, biopsies, ablations, pacemaker and lead placements and laser extractions.

They operate sophisticated cardiac medical imaging and diagnostic equipment (single and bi-plane, fluoroscopic angiographic equipment, Ultrasound, Intravascular Ultrasound IVUS, echo, Intracardiac Echo (ICE), Radi-wires, and/or operate 3D mapping systems) and assist with device management in order to obtain optimum study quality and support interventional team needs.

The tech acquires/ measures/ calculates hemodynamic data, performs blood work analysis, prepare procedure rooms, preps patients for procedures, transports patients to and from the lab, cleans procedure rooms, and prepares instruments for re-sterilization. The tech directs and practices safety guidelines for themselves, staff, and patients and adheres to regulatory practices within the cardiac cath lab.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and maintain cath lab environment, ensuring compliance with safety and infection control standards.
• Perform direct patient care activities under the direction of the Pediatric Cardiac Cath Lab/ EP Registered Nurse and/or the Cath Lab Operations Manager as necessary and appropriate
• Assist physicians in invasive cardiac procedures (diagnostic cath, angioplasty, device placement, electrophysiology studies).
• Operate and troubleshoot advanced imaging and monitoring equipment (fluoroscopy, IVUS, ICE, 3D mapping).
• Acquire and interpret hemodynamic data; perform blood work analysis.
• Support patient care before, during, and after procedures, including transport and monitoring.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure seamless care delivery.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited cardiovascular technology or radiology program.
• Current Washington State Radiologic Technologist certification or as a Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist or currently enrolled and in second year of an Invasive Cardiovascular Specialist program
• Current RCIS or ARRT certification or commitment to obtain within 6 months of employment
• Registered ARRT (VI) or Registered ARRT (CI) preferred
• Current AHA, BLS, and ACLS CPR certifications at the time of hire; PALS strongly preferred (or obtained within 6 months)
• At least one year of diagnostic radiology or interventional radiology experience required
• Pediatric cath lab experience in a tertiary or quaternary care center
• Strong knowledge of congenital heart disease and pediatric hemodynamics
• Familiarity with ECMO and hybrid OR procedures

• Where kids and families are always first
• Everything we do starts with a commitment to children and families. From specialized pediatric care to family-centered support services, our teams work together to create a safe, compassionate and healing environment where every child can thrive.

For more than 70 years, Mary Bridge Children's has cared for children across the South Sound and beyond. Today, that legacy continues through a network of pediatric specialists, clinics and hospital services anchored by a new state-of-the-art pediatric hospital designed specifically for children, families and care teams.

One Team Mary Bridge

• Providers, nurses and staff come together as one team to deliver compassionate, high-quality care for children and families across the region.
• Award-winning pediatric care
• Named a Top Children's Hospital by The Leapfrog Group six times in the past eight years, recognizing excellence in patient quality and safety.
• A new era of children's care
• Work in a state-of-the-art pediatric hospital and medical office building designed specifically for children, families and care teams.
• A growing pediatric network
• Opportunities across hospital, specialty, primary care and urgent care settings, supported by a Level IV NICU and comprehensive pediatric specialty network.
• Career growth
• Continuing education, leadership development and advancement opportunities supported by one of the region's largest health systems.
• Pacific Northwest lifestyle
• Enjoy vibrant communities, outdoor adventure and easy access to waterfronts, mountains and everything the South Sound has to offer.

Pay and Benefit Expectations

• We provide a comprehensive benefits package, including competitive salary, medical, dental and retirement benefits and paid time off.
• As required by various pay transparency laws, we share a competitive range of compensation for candidates hired into each position.
• The pay scale is $49.61 - $81.99 USD.

However, pay is influenced by factors specific to applicants, including but not limited to: skill set, level of experience, and certification(s) and/or education. If this position is associated with a union contract, pay will be reflective of the appropriate step on the pay scale to which the applicant’s years of experience align.

Associated benefit information can be viewed here.