Electrophysiology Technologist - Southside Medical Center

Full-time - Entry Level

Petersburg, VA

Hospitals

About the position

The Electrophysiology Technologist will perform specialized roles within the invasive cardiovascular procedure setting. They operate specific high technology equipment and utilize products under the direction of a qualified physician to assist with multispecialty cardiovascular procedures performed.

Responsibilities

• Performs and supports image acquisition, image processing, physiologic and/or hemodynamic data acquisition, and simple electrophysiology (EP) or 3D mapping during invasive procedures; assists nurses with patient management.
• Assists physician operator and invasive team before, during and after invasive procedures.
• Provides appropriate care to patients consistent with level of training.
• Performs activities to support the service and/or departmental operation.
• Serves, manages, and supports internal and external customers.
• Participates in performance improvement activities.
• Maintains the laboratory and/or operating room and equipment; manage supplies first in, first out (FIFO), and supports accurate billing for procedures performed.

Requirements

• BLS (Basic Life Support), American Heart Association (required)
• Clinical patient care experience (required)
• 1 year of experience or on-the-job training in electrophysiology, aseptic techniques, and cardiac diagnostic and interventional procedures (preferred)

Nice-to-haves

• ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support), American Heart Association (preferred)
• RCIS (Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist) (preferred)
• RCES (Registered Cardiovascular Electrophysiology Specialist) (preferred)
• ARRT (American Registry of Radiologic Technologists) (preferred)
• Associates Degree in a Health Sciences or related field (preferred)
• CVT (Cardiovascular Technician Certification) (preferred)
• EMT (Emergency Medical Technician) (preferred)
• Paramedic (preferred)
• ARRT R, (American Registry of Radiologic Technologist, Radiography) (preferred)
• CRT (Certified Respiratory Therapist) (preferred)

Benefits

• Comprehensive, affordable medical, dental and vision plans
• Prescription drug coverage
• Flexible spending accounts
• Life insurance w/AD&D
• Employer contributions to retirement savings plan when eligible
• Paid time off
• Educational Assistance