Electrophysiology technician job description

**Hoffman Heart and Vascular Instituteat Saint Francis Hospital and Medical Center** is looking for an **Invasive Cardiac Tech** for our Electrophysiology team, working in the EP Lab. The Invasive Cardiac Tech is responsible for assisting in invasive cardiology procedures, hemodynamic and patient monitoring, patient education, use of radiological imaging equipment, film development and set up of sterile fields. This position reports to the Nurse Manager of Invasive Cardiology.

The Cardiovascular Service Line at Saint Francis includes cardiology, cardiovascular surgery, thoracic surgery and vascular surgery. We provide a full range of non-invasive cardiac testing, open heart and vascular surgery, TAVR, EP procedures in a dedicated EP Lab, and a busy Cath Lab and Hybrid OR.
**Requirements:**

+ **Education:** Graduate of school of Cardiovascular Technology, school of Radiologic Technology, or two years education in an allied health science such as nursing, emergency medicine or respiratory therapy AND work experience of at least 2 years.

+ **Experience:** 1-2 years Cath Lab/EP Lab experience preferred; or equivalent critical care experience to be trained for position. If Radiologic Technologist, must be ARRT certified with current CT License

We are looking for an applicant with the following capabilities:

+ Capability to work in a fast paced, dynamic atmosphere - ability to be flexible and work under pressure.

+ Ability to make quick, knowledgeable decisions in crises and to anticipate the cardiologists' needs, as well as to interpret data during invasive procedures.

+ Excellent interpersonal skills.

+ Presents positive image and is a team player.

+ Ability to work accurately and independently with minimal supervision.

+ Ability to contribute to our Mission + Vision and a commitment to the Core Values of Trinity Health-New England and Saint Francis Hospital and Medical Center.

+ Competent in the use of the unit's radiology, 3-D mapping and ablation equipment, interventional cardiology equipment, EP Lab recording system and storage of patient images in the medical record system.

+ Assists the physician throughout the procedure.

+ Assesses the procedure room for equipment functioning and readiness.

+ Safely operates electrophysiology support equipment including EP recording system, 3D mapping and EP stimulator and maintains medical devices. Cleans and calibrates equipment

+ Capable of wearing lead aprons for extended periods of time.

+ Demonstrated expertise related to Electrophysiology theory and technical skills.

+ Ability to demonstrate ethical and professional behaviors at all times.

+ Ability to maintain patient confidentiality and privacy.

+ Ability to use initiative and independent judgment.

+ Ability to work independently.

+ Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to interact effectively with patients, families, healthcare professionals and external vendors

+ Advanced computer skills and technical skills required to operate EP specialty equipment, specifically 3D Mapping systems for complex ablations.

**Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion**

Trinity Health is a family of 115,000 colleagues and nearly 26,000 physicians and clinicians across 25 states. Because we serve diverse populations, our colleagues are trained to recognize the cultural beliefs, values, traditions, language preferences, and health practices of the communities that we serve and to apply that knowledge to produce positive health outcomes. We also recognize that each of us has a different way of thinking and perceiving our world and that these differences often lead to innovative solutions.

Our dedication to diversity includes a unified workforce (through training and education, recruitment, retention, and development), commitment and accountability, communication, community partnerships, and supplier diversity.

Under the direct supervision of the Lead Nurse Clinician Electrophysiology assists clinically and technically in invasive and non-invasive electrophysiology procedures utilizing specialized equipment while maintaining patient safety and comfort. Operates and maintains specialized physiological systems assists physicians during procedures and performs unit-based activities. Shares essential information through documentation and verbal communication. Participates in continuous process improvement activities in the unit.
Responsibilities:

Performs electrophysiologic monitoring and diagnostic testing in a safe and efficient manner. This includes all aspects of hook up interfacing monitoring operational integrity repairing and troubleshooting complex technical EP equipment and instruments including but not limited to the physiologic recording system 3-D mapping systems intra-cardiac ultrasound equipment biplane x-ray system ablation generators external defibrillators cardiac stimulators and device programmers.

Participates in procedural activities within scope of position including room prep and breakdown fluid preparation stocking rooms QC checks room cleanup sterile tray and sterile field setup cleaning and packaging items to be sent for sterilization and supply inventory.

Assists in paper based and electronic procedural documentation data entry and report generation.

Assists as surgical scrub tech during device implants following hospital policy using aseptic technique as needed.

Transports patients and equipment to and from procedure area as needed.

Other information:

BASIC KNOWLEDGE:

Associate of science degree in AMA accredited Allied Health related field or a certificate of completion from an accredited program in radiology cardiovascular technology nursing engineering or related health science required.

Certification in CPR and ACLS required within 3 months of hire or transfer into the position.

Demonstrated knowledge and skills necessary to provide care to patients throughout the life span with consideration of aging processes human development stages and cultural patterns in each step of the care process.

EXPERIENCE:

2 years of tech experience in Cardiac Cath Lab

Electrophysiology Lab or Interventional Radiology Lab preferred.

CEPS certification preferred.

Demonstrated knowledge and experience setting up operating and maintaining technical Electrophysiologic equipment.

Analytical skills to assess operation and reliability of EP equipment interpret intracardiac data and make accurate measurements of intracardiac recordings.

Understanding of cardiovascular physiology and disease and the ability to recognize changes in patient condition.

Visual acuity to monitor equipment gauges and displays read labels and charts and the like.

Demonstrated ability in advanced ECG interpretation arrhythmia recognition and sterile techniques.

Physical ability to assist with transport and transfer of patient and equipment as well as to stand for prolonged periods of time during procedures which require wearing a lead apron.

Interpersonal skills to explain procedures elicit cooperation of patient during procedures and exchange information with physicians and other hospital personnel.

Ability or perform cardiopulmonary resuscitation and defibrillate patients.

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Works in laboratory and surgical procedure area with some exposure to hazards such as low level radiation from x-ray equipment blood samples and electrical shock from high voltage cables but hazards are minimized by adherence to established safety precautions.

Requires considerable walking standing lifting and carrying items.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY: None.

Lifespan is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex national origin age ethnicity sexual orientation ancestry genetics gender identity or expression disability protected veteran or marital status. Lifespan is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor.

Location: Rhode Island Hospital USA:RI:Providence

Work Type: Full Time

Shift: Shift 1

Union: UNAP

Additional Information About the Role

Are you determined to provide excellent patient care? So is the Cardiac Cath Lab Team at Missouri Baptist Medical Center . In fact, our goal is to make the world's best medicine even better. For the 8th consecutive year, U.S. News and World Report have ranked Missouri Baptist Medical Center in St. Louis and for the 5th consecutive year in Missouri for .

As an Electrophysiology Technologist , you have the distinct opportunity to advance the health of our patients and community. Come join our team!

• Increased Compensation Packages Now Available
• Up to $5,000 Sign-On Bonus
• Electrophysiology Lab
• 10 Hour Shifts, 4 Days per Week

Overview

Missouri Baptist Medical Center , an acute care hospital in St. Louis County, offers a full continuum of medical and surgical services, including heart care, cancer, women and infants, breast health, gastrointestinal, orthopedic, stroke, therapy, wound and pain management services. The hospital has a 24-hour adult emergency department and cares for pediatric patients at a separate emergency department in collaboration with St. Louis Children's Hospital.

Missouri Baptist is the first and only hospital in St. Louis County to be named a Magnet hospital by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC). The prestigious designation is the highest credential a health care organization can receive for nursing excellence and quality patient care. This recognition has been accomplished by less than nine percent of hospitals nationwide. Additionally, U.S. News & World Report ranked the hospital in the St. Louis metro area.

Averaging 17 procedures a day, the lab features four cardiac cath rooms and one EP/Stereotaxis room. Procedures include: cardiac caths, PCIs, Peripheral diagnostics and intervention, EP, Ablations, PPM and ICDs.

Preferred Qualifications

Role Purpose

The Advanced Modality Technologist performs diagnostic imaging procedures in at least one advanced imaging modality (defined as Computed Tomography (CT), Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI), Interventional, Mammography, Bone Density, Cardiac Catheterization, Fluoroscopy) to adult and/or pediatric patients for the purpose of diagnosis and/or treatment of anatomic and physiologic disorders.

Responsibilities

• Completes registration and prepares patients for procedures. Informs patient on instructions and what the procedure entails with a high level of customer service and professionalism.
• Performs radiographic imaging examinations.?

Minimum Requirements

Education

• High School Diploma or GED

Experience

• No Experience

Supervisor Experience

• No Experience

Licenses & Certifications

• IEMA - Illinois only
• R.T.(R), CT,MR,M,BD,CI,VI,RCIS

Preferred Requirements

Education

• Associate's Degree
• - Radiology

Experience

Licenses & Certifications

• Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation
• Intravenous Therapy
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