CARDIAC CATH TECH, EP LAB

SGMC Health; Valdosta (GA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

SGMC Health is seeking experienced EP technologists to support the growth of our Electrophysiology program. We have a new EP lab dedicated to Ablations, rhythm studies, device implants/explants, and laser lead extractions, with advanced mapping systems and intracardiac echocardiography.

Two dedicated Electrophysiologists lead the team as volumes expand, and you will scrub in, assist during procedures, and help chart and manage specialized equipment for each case.

Qualifications

• RT-R, RCVT/CCVT or RCIS certification required or preferred.
• 2 years invasive vascular radiography/cath lab experience preferred.
• Completion of Basic Dysrhythmia course within six months of employment.
• ACLS is recommended.

Responsibilities

• Assist EP physicians during procedures and scrub in.
• Chart and manage specialized equipment for each case.
• Support electrophysiology lab operations and equipment setup.

Skills

RT-R

RCVT/CCVT

RCIS

Vascular Radiography

Dysrhythmia course

ACLS

Cardiac anatomy

Computer skills

Tools

None

Job description

Position Summary

SGMC Health has opportunities for experienced EP techs for the continued growth of our EP program. We have a new EP lab dedicated solely for Electrophysiology procedures including: Ablations, Rhythm disorder studies/treatment, Device implants/explants, and Laser lead extractions. Our team uses cutting edge technology including: mapping systems, intracardiac echocardiography, ablation generators, and soon to have laser equipment. SGMC Health has 2 dedicated Electrophysiologists for our expanding program and increased volume of procedures. In this role you will be scrubbed in and helping our Electrophysiologists with each procedure and/or charting/managing other specialized equipment need for each case.

Description

Location: Main Campus

Department: EP LAB

Schedule: Full Time, 12 HR Day Shift,

Position Summary

SGMC Health has opportunities for experienced EP techs for the continued growth of our EP program. We have a new EP lab dedicated solely for Electrophysiology procedures including: Ablations, Rhythm disorder studies/treatment, Device implants/explants, and Laser lead extractions. Our team uses cutting edge technology including: mapping systems, intracardiac echocardiography, ablation generators, and soon to have laser equipment. SGMC Health has 2 dedicated Electrophysiologists for our expanding program and increased volume of procedures. In this role you will be scrubbed in and helping our Electrophysiologists with each procedure and/or charting/managing other specialized equipment need for each case.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Registered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technology in Radiography (RT-R) or Registered/Certified Cardiovascular Technologist (RCVT or CCVT) or Registered Cardiovascular Interventional Specialist (RCIS).
• 2 Years Invasive Vascular Radiography/Cath Lab Experience Preferred.
• Completion of Basic Dysrhythmia course within six months of employment.
• ACLS is recommended.
• Requires knowledge of cardiac anatomy and physiology.
• Computer experience is desirable.

WORKING CONDITIONS

WORKING CONDITIONS - ADA INFORMATION

Duties require considerable eye strain and arm motion. Considerable standing, stooping, bending, lifting (in excess of fifty pounds on occasion), and pushing of equipment (wheelchairs, stretchers). Cool temperature in the Cath Lab. Subject to irregular schedules, potential for call back and high levels of stress. Work may require exposure to communicable diseases. Considerable and frequent mental effort is required.