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You Belong Here. At MultiCare, we strive to offer a true sense of belonging for all our employees. Across our health care network, you will find a dynamic range of meaningful careers, opportunities for growth, safe workplaces, and flexible schedules. We are connected by our mission - partnering and healing for a healthy future - and dedicated to the health and well-being of the communities we serve. FTE: 0.9 , Shift: Days + Call, Schedule: 12-hour shifts Position Summary The Pediatric and Congenital Electrophysiology Technician at Mary Bridge Children's will provide advanced technical and patient-care support for diagnostic and interventional pediatric EP procedures, including intracardiac mapping, ablations, device implantation (pacemakers/ICDs), and EP studies in infants, children, adolescents, and adults with congenital heart disease. The role emphasizes family-centered care, radiation safety/ ALARA, and seamless coordination across the Mary Bridge Children's Heart Center's multidisciplinary team. 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. 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/EP lab.
Essential Functions
- Prepare and maintain EP 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
- Set up EP/Cath equipment and supplies; verify function and calibration of electrophysiology recording systems, stimulators, and 3D electroanatomic mapping platforms. Maintain sterile field and infectioncontrol standards.
- Perform and document equipment QC; maintain inventory at specified par levels.
- Serve in scrub, circulator, and recording roles for EP procedures (e.g., SVT/VT/VF pathway mapping and ablation, EPS, temporary/permanent pacemaker and ICD implants), including hemodynamic data acquisition and calculations.
- Operate fluoroscopic systems with ALARA principles; utilize nonfluoroscopic 3D mapping and imageguided navigation to minimize radiation exposure for pediatric patients.
- Support ICE/echo, IVUS (if applicable), and assist with catheter/device management; troubleshoot system and signal quality issues.
- 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
- Registered Cardiac Electrophysiology Specialist (RCES) registry as a standard for care provision, previous experience and RCES registry or commitment to obtain within six (6) months of employment
- 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 EP experience in a tertiary or quaternary care center
- Experience with 3D mapping systems (e.g., CARTO/EnSite), ICE, low/zerofluoro workflows, and robotic magnetic navigation (e.g., Stereotaxis) for complex anatomies preferred
- Strong knowledge of congenital heart disease and pediatric hemodynamics
- Familiarity with ECMO and hybrid OR procedures preferred
- 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
- RCIS or commitment to obtain within 6 months of employment
- Current AHA, BLS and ACLS CPR certifications at time of hire
- Note: All staff have the opportunity and are encouraged to use the Computer Based Cath Lab Orientation 12 week module program as a tool to become registry ready
Why MultiCare?
Rooted in the local community - Partnering with patients, families and neighbors across the Pacific Northwest for more than 140 years Growth and education - Competitive tuition assistance, award-winning residencies, fellowships and career development to invest in your future Well-being and support - Generous PTO, Code Lavender and Employee Assistance Programs to help you maintain balance and feel cared for at work and in life Living our values - Respect, integrity, kindness and collaboration guide how we care for patients, communities and each other Belonging for all - Employee Resource Groups, inclusion initiatives and outreach programs support a workplace where every voice is valued Pacific Northwest lifestyle - Work and live where natural beauty, adventure and strong community connections are part of everyday life
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 $55.34 - $91.46 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.
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