Marisa Ortiz
Torrance,Ca
Summary
Healthcare professional transitioning into nursing through an Accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing program, bringing extensive acute-care support in cardiac cath lab, special procedures, and diagnostic imaging. Contributes hemodynamic monitoring, sterile technique, radiation safety, and multidisciplinary teamwork in STEMI, stroke, electrophysiology, and endovascular settings.
Overview
1
1
Certification
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Travel Cardiac Cath Lab Radiologic Technologist
Dignity Health California Hospital
Los Angeles, CA
09.2019 - 05.2025
- - Delivered advanced imaging and procedural support for complex interventional cardiology and endovascular cases, enhancing patient outcomes in high-acuity care settings.
- - Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams during STEMI, stroke, and electrophysiology procedures to support successful EP ablations and device implantations.
- - Scrubbed and assisted in pan duties while monitoring hemodynamics, ensuring adherence to radiation safety standards and infection prevention protocols.
Travel Cardiac Cath Lab Radiologic Technologist
UC San Diego Medical Center
San Diego, CA
01.2019 - 08.2019
Cardiac Cath Lab / Special Procedures Radiologic Technologist
Providence St. John's Health Center
Santa Monica, CA
01.2015 - 01.2019
Cardiac Cath Lab Radiologic Technologist
Los Robles Hospital
Thousand Oaks, CA
01.2013 - 01.2017
Radiologic Technologist
St. Joseph Hospital / CHOC
Orange, CA
01.2004 - 01.2013
- - Performed diagnostic imaging and fluoroscopic examinations across diverse patient populations.
- - Delivered operating room C-arm guidance, prioritizing patient comfort and safety during procedures.
Clinical Assistant
Medical Wellness Center
Carson
04.2020 - Current
- Assisted providers with examinations, procedures, and in-office treatments.
- Worked collaboratively with other healthcare professionals to provide quality care for patients.
- Recorded vital signs and updated patient charts in medical records systems.
- Scheduled appointments and coordinated follow-up care for clinic patients.
Education
Accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing (ABSN) - Nursing
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ08-2026
Certificate - Radiation Therapy
City of Hope
Duarte, CA10-2009
Associate of Arts - Radiological Science
Orange Coast College
Costa Mesa, CA05-2004
Skills
- Hemodynamic monitoring and interpretation
- Sterile technique and procedural assistance
- Radiation protection and regulatory compliance
- STEMI, stroke, and rapid-response support
- Structural heart and electrophysiology procedures
- Endovascular and peripheral interventions
- Interdisciplinary teamwork in high-acuity settings
- Patient assessment
- Care coordination
- Patient care coordination
- Electronic health records
Certification
- Registered Nurse (RN), Lic 95480629 - Expires 10/2028
- California Radiologic Technologist (CRT), RHA 85818 — Expires 06/2028
- American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT), #382079 — Expires 09/2027
- Basic Life Support (BLS) — Expires 11/2028
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) — Expires 11/2028
Timeline
Clinical Assistant
Medical Wellness Center
04.2020 - Current
Travel Cardiac Cath Lab Radiologic Technologist
Dignity Health California Hospital
09.2019 - 05.2025
Travel Cardiac Cath Lab Radiologic Technologist
UC San Diego Medical Center
01.2019 - 08.2019
Cardiac Cath Lab / Special Procedures Radiologic Technologist
Providence St. John's Health Center
01.2015 - 01.2019
Cardiac Cath Lab Radiologic Technologist
Los Robles Hospital
01.2013 - 01.2017
Radiologic Technologist
St. Joseph Hospital / CHOC
01.2004 - 01.2013
Accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing (ABSN) - Nursing
Grand Canyon University
Certificate - Radiation Therapy
City of Hope
Associate of Arts - Radiological Science
Orange Coast College