Cardiac EP Lab Tech (PRN) – Cath & Ablation

UF Health; Leesburg (FL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Part time

Job summary

A prominent healthcare provider located in Leesburg, Florida, is seeking an EP Lab Cardiovascular Technologist for a prn day shift role. Responsibilities include assisting in various cardiac procedures and ensuring patient safety. Candidates should have an Associate's Degree in a relevant field or five years of experience along with the required certifications. This position emphasizes active engagement in the cardiovascular field, supporting advanced patient care in a leading medical center.

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree in relevant field or 5+ years of experience.
• RCIS or RCES Certification required within 12 months.
• BLS and ACLS certifications are required.

Responsibilities

• Monitor cardiac procedures under direction of a physician.
• Assist in diagnostic EP and cardiac ablation procedures.
• Ensure safe patient care during procedures.

Skills

English literacy

Electrocardiograms knowledge

Rhythm analysis

Sterile technique

Cardiac anatomy

Hemodynamics

Radiation protection

Education

Associate's Degree in Cardiovascular Technology

Associate's Degree in Radiologic Technology

Associate's Degree in Respiratory Therapy

Tools

BLS Certification

ACLS Certification

RCIS Certification

RCES Certification

Job description

Overview

Since the doors opened more than 60 years ago, UF Health Leesburg Hospital has continued to build upon its reputation as a leading medical center and the most comprehensive provider of health care services in the region. The hospital offers advanced cardiovascular care, including one of the largest open-heart programs in Florida. The American College of Cardiology has recognized UF Health Leesburg Hospital for its demonstrated expertise and commitment in treating patients with chest pain by awarding a Chest Pain Center Accreditation with Primary PCI and Resuscitation – its highest and best level of accreditation. The hospital also offers world-class orthopedics, minimally invasive robotic-assisted surgery, lifesaving emergency care, stroke treatment, labor & delivery, and so much more.

Responsibilities

The EP Lab CVT, under the direction the of the director/charge person, monitors procedures, assist physician in a scrub-assistant role, and circulates to include all diagnostic EP and cardiac ablations procedures, device implants and explants, cardiac cath procedures to ensures safe patient care. This is a prn day shift position.

Qualifications

• Education
  • Associate's Degree in Cardiovascular Technology, Radiologic Technology, Respiratory Therapy, LPN license, or Paramedic license.
  • In Lieu of education requirements, a minimum of five (5) years’ experience and:
    • Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist (RCIS) Certification (Required within 12 months of hire) OR
    • Registered Cardiovascular Electrophysiology Specialist (RCES) Certification (Required within 12 months of hire)
• Licensure/Certification/Registration
  • American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) Certification (preferred)
  • If no ARRT, then one of the following licenses or certifications:
    • • • • • • • -FL Certified Radiologic Technologist license OR
                • -FL Registered Respiratory Therapist license OR
                • -Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist (RCIS) Certification OR
                • -Registered Cardiovascular Electrophysiology Specialist (RCES) Certification
                • -any of the four license/certifications above within 12 months of hire if no degree in the applicable fields
  • BLS required
  • ACLS required
• Special Skills/Qualifications/Additional Training/Experience Required
  • Must be able to read, write, speak and understand English.