Electrophysiology Lab Technologist - PT - Days

Mary Washington Healthcare; Fredericksburg (VA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dedicated team as an Electrophysiology Lab Technologist, where you will play a crucial role in assisting physicians with diagnostic and therapeutic procedures. This position offers the opportunity to work in a fast-paced environment, ensuring high-quality patient care and safety. You will be responsible for preparing patients and equipment, performing analytical calculations, and maintaining up-to-date knowledge in electrophysiology. If you are passionate about making a difference in patient outcomes and thrive in a collaborative setting, this role is perfect for you, providing a chance to grow your expertise in a vital healthcare field.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years experience in Electrophysiology Lab or Cardiac Catheterization Lab.
• BLS certification required; ACLS certification within 90 days of employment.

Responsibilities

• Assist invasive cardiologists in electrophysiology procedures.
• Prepare patients and procedure rooms for effective clinical outcomes.
• Monitor and maintain equipment for continuous clinical operations.

Skills

Patient Care Management

Analytical Calculations

Emergency Response (ACLS)

Electrophysiology Procedures

Education

High School Graduate or Equivalent

Registered Cardiovascular Technologist

ARRT Registered in Radiologic Technology

Tools

Electrophysiology Equipment

Cardiac Monitoring Systems

Job description

Start the day excited to make a difference...end the day knowing you did. Come join our team.

Job Summary:

The Electrophysiology Lab Technologist is accountable to perform electrophysiology laboratory procedures in a timely and accurate manner in accord with physician's orders. The Electrophysiology Lab Technologist will assist physicians in the performance of effective patient therapeutic and diagnostic procedures.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

1. Assists invasive cardiologists as a sterile assistant in diagnostic and interventional electrophysiology procedures to include RF ablations, Cryo Ablations, Laser lead removal and device implants (PM, ICD, Watchman, Micra).
2. Prepares and sets up patients for procedure. This includes all preparations necessary to ensure a quality clinical outcome for the patient.
3. Prepares procedure room for Electrophysiological procedures. Obtains necessary equipment for procedures scheduled according to physicians' preference.
4. Assists cardiologists in analytical calculations and interpretive measurements for diagnostic values.
5. Reviews, abstracts, and records procedural data before, during, and after procedures.
6. Monitors and maintains equipment and keeps it in working order to ensure continuous availability for clinical operations.
7. Performs emergency patient care management responsibilities in accordance with ACLS guidelines to ensure a quality clinical outcome for the patient.
8. Provides subject matter expertise regarding specialized technology, procedures, and procedure interpretation specific to Electrophysiology. Responsible for maintaining up-to-date knowledge regarding area of specialty.
9. Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

1. High school graduate or equivalent required.
2. Registered Cardiovascular Technologist preferred. RCES certification required within 3 years of hire or placement.
3. Minimum of two (2) years of experience in a Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory, Electrophysiology Lab, or Special Procedures area preferred. Intensive Care or relevant health care field related experience considered.
4. BLS certification required; ACLS certification within 90 days of employment.
5. ARRT registered in Radiologic Technology considered.

As an EOE/AA employer, the organization will not discriminate in its employment practices due to an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, and veteran or disability status.