Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant - Cardiovascular CT

Mayo Clinic • Rochester, MN

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About The Position

The Advanced Practice Provider (APP) – Cardiovascular CT independently manages cardiovascular CT imaging services, including exam protocoling, clinical oversight, medication management, and workflow optimization. This role supports patient safety, diagnostic image quality, and operational efficiency while serving as a key liaison among radiologists, technologists, nursing staff, trainees, and ordering providers across assigned locations.

Requirements

• Must be a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant

Responsibilities

• Independently protocol and oversee cardiovascular CT examinations based on clinical indications and patient specific factors
• Review electronic health records to assess prior surgeries, cardiac devices, arrhythmias, renal function, body habitus, and contrast allergies
• Communicate directly with ordering providers to clarify exam intent, resolve protocol questions, and address safety concerns
• Provide on site clinical support for contrast reactions, medication administration, and IV access issues
• Assess renal function and determine safety of iodinated contrast use
• Manage cardiovascular CT related medications including beta blockers and nitroglycerin, with real time patient monitoring and dose adjustment
• Monitor image acquisition at the scanner and assist technologists with protocol execution and technical modifications
• Perform post processing of gated cardiovascular CT datasets to optimize diagnostic quality
• Collaborate closely with cardiovascular radiologists to support efficient workflow and diagnostic accuracy
• Educate fellows, residents, technologists, nursing staff, and new radiologists on cardiovascular CT protocols, image optimization, and safety
• Support operational needs including scheduling coordination, workflow balancing, and billing or order correction guidance

Benefits

• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed