Ian de la Paz
Fallbrook,CA
Summary
Highly motivated, and proficient x-ray technologist with over 27 years of experience is seeking a rewarding and challenging cath lab x-ray tech position.
Extensive knowledge of scrubbing in diagnostic and complex cardiac interventional procedures as well as pacemaker/ICD insertions, hemodynamic monitoring/recording, and invasive vascular procedures.
Strong background in cath lab inventory management with an astute knowledge and proper use of sensitive cath lab equipment.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Staff Technologist
Palomar Medical Center Escondido
Escondido, CA
09.2017 - Current
- Responsible for setup and maintenance of assigned suites for the day. Responsibilities include prepping procedure tables, restocking suites, and setup fluoro system for procedures.
- Assists in monitoring, circulating, and scrubbing in on diagnostic procedures as well as Interventional procedures such as PTCA, stent implantation, IABP, Impella insertion, rotational artherectomy, IVUS, IFR/FFR, pericardiocentesis, temporary pacemaker insertion, and PFO closures.
- Aids in scrubbing in loop recorder insertion and removal, permanent pacemaker / ICD insertion, Micra deployment, as well as Biventricular pacemaker and ICD implantation / explantation.
- Tasked with participating in on CTO and TAVR procedures, whether it calls for scrubbing, monitoring, or circulating.
- Responsible for deployment of closure devices such as Angioseal, Mynx, TR Band. IABP and Impella removal and hemostasis post procedure.
- Takes an active role in helping train incoming staff with onboarding procedures.
Staff CVT
Scripps Hospital La Jolla
San Diego, CA
06.2016 - 09.2017
- Aids in lab setup for cases such as pulling necessary equipment, opening and prepping tables, coordinating with fellows and attending physicians about case details and setting up proper parameters for xray table.
- Assists in scrubbing in on diagnostic cases as well as invasive interventional procedures that includes PTA, PTCA, stent implantation, IVUS, FFR, IABP, Impella insertion, rotational atherectomy, Intracoronary radiation therapy, laser atherectomy, alcohol ablation, pericardiocentesis and temporary pacemaker insertion.
- Helps in scrubbing in on structural heart cases such as insertion of MitraClips and Watchman, valvuloplasties, PFO and ASD closures.
- Responsible for deployment of radial artery compression devices and hemostasis after radial procedures.
- Circulates case when called upon.
- Maintains inventory for assigned rooms.
Lead Technologist
Swedish Covenant Hospital
Chicago, IL
08.2000 - 06.2016
- Helps in preparing and reassuring patients for procedures and inputs patient information in computer database.
- Assists in scrubbing in on diagnostic cases as well as invasive interventional procedures that includes PTCA, stent implantation, IVUS, FFR, IABP, rotoblator and temporary pacemaker insertion.
- Aids in pacemaker and ICD room setup and implantation.
- Leads inventory management and ordering of supplies by balancing physician needs and department budget guidelines.
- Maintains close relationships with sales representatives/clinical specialists by setting up meetings to review and evaluate products and equipment.
- Takes an active role in training and educating staff technologists in hemodynamic monitoring and recording as well as scrubbing and assisting in diagnostic and interventional procedures.
- Proactively maintains xray equipment and other various cath lab specific machines by scheduling and coordinating maintenance work.
Staff Technologist, Lead Technologist
Ravenswood Hospital Medical Center
Chicago, IL
07.1997 - 08.2000
- Tasked with room setup for cardiac cath procedures, pacemaker insertions, and special procedures.
- Rotated duties with fellow technicians between scrubbing and monitoring cases as well as assisting staff nurses in circulating procedures.
- Ordered and maintained daily inventory and supplies.
- Processed 35mm films and spot films in a timely manner.
- Ran daily quality assurance tests for the cath lab xray machines and other ancillary equipment.
Education
Radiologic Technology
Ravenswood Hospital School of Radiologic Technology
University of Illinois at Chicago
Skills
- Accomplished in scrubbing in diagnostic and invasive cardiac and special procedures as well as pacemaker/ICD implantation
- Deep understanding of hemodynamic monitoring
- Experienced in IABP setup and insertion, Impella prep and insertion, temporary pacemaker insertion, IVUS, FFR, rotational atherectomy setup and use
- Adept with other cath lab specific responsibilities such as arterial and venous sheath pulling
- Sound comprehension and utilization of aseptic technique
- Extremely knowledgeable in cath lab equipment and inventory management
- Excellent communication skills with patients, physicians and staff members
- Very quick learner and can adapt to any given task
Certification
- American Registry of Radiological Technologists
- California CRT and Fluoroscopy Certification
- ACLS and BLS Certification
Timeline
Staff Technologist
Palomar Medical Center Escondido
09.2017 - Current
Staff CVT
Scripps Hospital La Jolla
06.2016 - 09.2017
Lead Technologist
Swedish Covenant Hospital
08.2000 - 06.2016
Staff Technologist, Lead Technologist
Ravenswood Hospital Medical Center
07.1997 - 08.2000
Radiologic Technology
Ravenswood Hospital School of Radiologic Technology
University of Illinois at Chicago
- American Registry of Radiological Technologists
- California CRT and Fluoroscopy Certification
- ACLS and BLS Certification
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