Banner Health·Phoenix, Arizona
The technologist provides clinical support in the Cath Lab, performing medical imaging, scrubbing, and monitoring during cardiovascular procedures. They are also responsible for equipment maintenance, patient education, and ensuring sterile techniques are maintained.
This position facilitates services and provides clinical support within the department. Performs prescribed procedures as directed by following department/facility policies, procedures and protocols. Must demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to organize and provide care appropriate to patient population.
CORE FUNCTIONS 1. Assumes responsibility for direct patient care as necessary. Provides or facilitates patient care for patient populations and serves as a resource to staff for clinical support. Promotes interdisciplinary patient care planning and patient education.
2. Supports department needs and is the primary resource for equipment education and provides user (physician, nursing, other allied health staff, families) education on medical equipment within the department and specific EP program needs when applicable. Collaborates with various departments, outside vendors, and other departments to assure adequate resources and the proper coordination of safe, efficient patient care.
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Serves as resource to patients, families, providers and staff in providing care by facilitating patient flow.
Assists in the interpretation of department/facility/system policies within the clinical setting.
Provides safe and cost-effective care while considering patient satisfaction and customer service.
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Performs scheduled/preventive maintenance, electrical safety inspections, and quality assurance on patient care equipment in a timely manner consistent with regulatory standards.
Maintains communication with customers/team regarding the status of equipment repairs.
Proactively solves technology issues when appropriate.
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Supports change and assists in the development, interpretation, implementation and evaluation of the process improvement and quality management activities of the department/system.
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Accountable for the ethical, legal, and professional responsibilities related to imaging practice.
This includes maintaining confidentiality of all work information.
Adheres to safety policies.
Assures the efficient operation of workflow of the department.
Performs prescribed procedures in accordance with established departmental/facility policies and procedures.
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Demonstrates the principles of aseptic and sterile techniques as well as universal precautions throughout the procedure.
Disposes of sharps and trash, places used supplies into case cart for processing and prepares instruments for cleaning following each case.
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Assures the efficient operation of workflow of the department.
Performs prescribed procedures in accordance with established departmental/facility policies and procedures.
This job profile is utilized at facilities with a moderate acuity Cath Lab that performs complex coronary procedures. Certificate or diploma from an approved/accredited Radiologic Technology program. Requires ARRT certification in Radiologic Technology (RT) as required by state law. Licensure and/or certification(s) as required by state regulatory agency, if applicable. Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certifications for ACLS required. Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification required where applicable. Requires Post primary certification with minimum of 3 years’ Cath Lab, Electrophysiology (EP), or equivalent experience OR 5 years Cath Lab EP or equivalent experience with 2 years in a moderate acuity/complex coronary environment. Must demonstrate effective communication skills and human relations skills. Must possess strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
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Requires a degree in Radiologic Technology, ARRT certification, and BLS/ACLS certifications. Candidates must have at least 3-5 years of experience in a Cath Lab or Electrophysiology environment.
Market context
Arizona healthcare employers commonly seek cardiovascular special procedures technologists for cath lab and interventional settings, so demand is often tied to hospital expansion and procedural volume. These roles are competitive because they require an accredited Radiologic Technology degree plus ARRT, BLS, and ACLS credentials, with PALS where applicable, and the listed sign-on bonus can add interest. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your certifications and match your experience to the procedure types in the posting before applying.