Cardiac Invasive Lab Tech - Heart Rhythm Services

Mayo Clinic; Rochester (MN); On-site; USD 49,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plan options

Delta Dental or flexible coverage

Vision plan

HSA and FSAs for eligible expenses

Competitive retirement package

Job summary

Mayo Clinic in Rochester, MN seeks a Cardiac Invasive Lab Tech to support invasive cardiovascular procedures, prepare and maintain cath lab equipment, and assist physicians during complex interventions.

The role requires BLS/ACLS, RCIS/RCES certification or CVT path, and willingness to work varied hours including on-call shifts. Join a leading academic medical center with strong patient care emphasis.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited program in invasive cardiovascular technology OR Radiography program with CVT eligibility.
• Must have Basic Life Support (BLS) or Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS). RCIS/RCES certification via CCI within 18 months.
• Strong knowledge of cardiac lab safety and procedural support including circulating and scrubbing.

Responsibilities

• Assist physicians in invasive cardiac procedures and operate diverse cardiology equipment.
• Prepare procedure rooms and obtain patient information for procedures.
• Maintain high standards of safety and infection control in the cath lab.
• Support documentation and data collection for hemodynamic data and patient records.

Skills

Cardiac procedures

Radiography basics

X-ray fluoroscopy

Education

Accredited invasive cardiovascular tech program

Radiography program

Cardiovascular lab experience (CVT)

Tools

X-ray equipment

Fluoroscopy system

Job description

Why Mayo Clinic

Mayo Clinic is top-ranked in more specialties than any other care provider according to U.S. News & World Report. As we work together to put the needs of the patient first, we are also dedicated to our employees, investing in competitive compensation and comprehensive benefit plans – to take care of you and your family, now and in the future. And with continuing education and advancement opportunities at every turn, you can build a long, successful career with Mayo Clinic.

Why Mayo Clinic

Mayo Clinic is top-ranked in more specialties than any other care provider according to U.S. News & World Report. As we work together to put the needs of the patient first, we are also dedicated to our employees, investing in competitive compensation and comprehensive benefit plans – to take care of you and your family, now and in the future. And with continuing education and advancement opportunities at every turn, you can build a long, successful career with Mayo Clinic.

Benefits Highlights

• Medical: Multiple plan options.
• Dental: Delta Dental or reimbursement account for flexible coverage.
• Vision: Affordable plan with national network.
• Pre-Tax Savings: HSA and FSAs for eligible expenses.
• Retirement: Competitive retirement package to secure your future.

Responsibilities

Join our world-renowned team and you will receive:

• Relocation assistance up to $10,000, is available to those who qualify
• Amazing benefits including a rare pension plan, and PTO that starts day one of employment
• Room for career growth and advancement
• Generous family benefits including FSA, paid parental leave, adoption assistance, back up child and adult care, and dependent scholarships
• Career Investment Program where relevant degrees and certificate programs are 100% paid for by Mayo Clinic to those who qualify

The Cardiac Invasive Lab Tech performs multiple roles within the cardiac laboratory, including assisting physician(s) with invasive cardiac laboratory procedures and conducting various cardiac tests to monitor patients’ heart and blood vessel conditions using diverse cardiology equipment. Responsibilities may also include: preparing procedure rooms, prepping patients for procedures, obtaining and recording patient information, assisting physicians in procedure by circulating and scrubbing procedures, X-ray fluoroscopy proficiency, acquire/measure/calculate hemodynamic date, performing blood work analysis, operate intracardiac ultrasound, clean procedure rooms, and preparing instruments for resterilization.

Directs and practices safety guidelines for themselves, staff and patients. Independently functions during diagnostic and interventions with minimal supervision. Maintains a high level of expertise in specialty procedures within their assigned lab. Within the Cath Lab this may include structural procedurals and hemodynamics; within Heart Rhythm Services Lab, techs perform device and electrophysiology procedures (EP), hybrid extractions, and operate 3D mapping systems.

Will be required to work varied hours, shift lengths and respond to an on-call pager which may include days, evenings, nights, holidays and weekends.

• This vacancy is not eligible for sponsorship and we will not sponsor or transfer visas for this position including F1 OPT Stem.

Qualifications

Graduate of an accredited program in invasive cardiovascular technology OR graduate of a radiography program OR candidate must be transitioning from a Cardiovascular Tech (CVT) role and have successfully passed the Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI) exam to become a certified Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist (RCIS) or Registered Cardiac Electrophysiology Specialist (RCES).

Three Paths Are Outlined As Follows

• Eligibility Requirements for a RCIS/RCES: graduate of an accredited program in invasive cardiovascular technology.

Or

• Eligibility Requirements for a Radiology Tech (RT): Requires a graduate of an accredited radiography program and diagnostic certificate. At least one (1) year vascular of cardiovascular lab experience preferred.

Or

• Eligibility Requirements for a CVT: must have successfully passed RCES/RCIS exam. At least one (1) year vascular of cardiovascular lab experience preferred.

Licensure Or Certification

Current Basic Life Support (BLS) or Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification required. RCIS or RCES certification required through CCI within 18 months of hire into position. If a Rad Tech, must be registered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT). Must pass either Advanced Cardiac-Interventional exam or RCIS or /RCES exam within 18 months of hire.

Exemption Status

Nonexempt

Compensation Detail

$35.45 - $53.15/ hour. Education, experience and tenure may be considered along with internal equity when job offers are extended.

Benefits Eligible

Yes

Schedule

Full Time

Hours/Pay Period

80

Schedule Details

Monday-Friday with varying shifts between 7:00am-7:30pm. 6-10 late shifts per month.

Weekend Schedule

5-6 On Call weekends per year.

International Assignment

No

Site Description

Just as our reputation has spread beyond our Minnesota roots, so have our locations. Today, our employees are located at our three major campuses in Phoenix/Scottsdale, Arizona, Jacksonville, Florida, Rochester, Minnesota, and at Mayo Clinic Health System campuses throughout Midwestern communities, and at our international locations. Each Mayo Clinic location is a special place where our employees thrive in both their work and personal lives. Learn more about what each unique Mayo Clinic campus has to offer, and where your best fit is.

Equal Opportunity

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, protected veteran status or disability status. Learn more about the "EOE is the Law" . Mayo Clinic participates in E-Verify and may provide the Social Security Administration and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.