Electrophysiology Specialist CL

Cone Health Medical Group; Greensboro (NC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Cone Health Medical Group is seeking an Electrophysiology Specialist to support EP lab, cath lab, and holding area procedures. The role emphasizes precise protocol adherence, asepsis, and timely interventions to ensure patient safety and optimal outcomes.

The position requires 2+ years in EP or related fields, RCIS/RCES certification (or plan to obtain within 24 months), and BLS/CPR with ACLS within 6 months. Clinical collaboration across departments is essential for patient-centered care.

Qualifications

• 2 years of Electrophysiology, Cath Lab, Radiology Technical, Respiratory Therapy, Paramedic or related clinical experience.
• RCIS or RCES certification required; if not held, must obtain within 24 months of hire.
• BLS or CPR certification; ACLS required within 6 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Assists diagnostic, interventional, and acute EP procedures maintaining asepsis and alerting in emergencies to ensure patient safety.
• Prepares specialty EP equipment for accurate diagnostic and interventional procedures.
• Performs control room duties with physiologic monitoring, EP mapping, angiographic imaging, and data analysis for patient assessment.
• Supports EP data management including digital archiving and supply distribution for efficient workflows.
• Provides circulating duties during procedures, prioritizing needs of patients, physicians, and scrub staff to ensure quality outcomes.
• Maintains continuous care in Catheterization Lab Holding and cross-trains across departments to support smooth operations.
• Communicates with the multidisciplinary team to support culturally competent, patient-centered care.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education

Associate degree in a relevant healthcare field

Job description

The Electrophysiology Specialist CL helps deliver direct patient care within the Electrophysiology (EP) Lab, Catheterization Lab and Catheterization Lab Holding room. This role is responsible for supporting high-quality, safe, culturally competent, and cost-effective patient care across all operational areas through comprehensive assessment, strategic planning, diligent evaluation, medication administration, and timely intervention and follow-up to contribute to the overall well-being and positive outcomes of patients. Electrophysiology Specialist role carries out specialized nursing care within the electrophysiology lab setting. This position supports collaboration with the healthcare team to provide advanced patient care during procedures, ensuring precision and adherence to established protocols for optimal patient outcomes.

Essential Job Function

• Assists diagnostic, interventional, and acute procedures by maintaining strict asepsis, responding promptly in emergencies, and demonstrating effective utilization of supplies and equipment to ensure patient safety and optimal procedural outcomes.
• Prepares specialty EP equipment to contribute to accurate and reliable diagnostic and interventional procedures.
• Completes control room duties, utilizing a working knowledge of physiologic monitoring, EP-specific monitoring and mapping systems, angiographic/fluoroscopic imaging, and digital analysis to enable comprehensive monitoring and assessment of patient conditions during procedures.
• Supports EP-specific support functions including digital archiving of studies and supply distribution, facilitating efficient data management and ensuring the availability of necessary resources for seamless procedural workflows.
• Provides effective and safe care in the circulating role during elective and emergency procedures by prioritizing patient, physician, and scrub personnel needs to ensure quality outcomes and promote patient satisfaction.
• Provides continuous care in the Catheterization Lab Holding area, cross-trains in multiple departments, and assists in invasive lab functions to support efficient departmental operations and promote seamless coordination and optimized workflow for timely and effective patient care.
• Applies cultural competence and effective communication practices when collaborating with the multidisciplinary team, physicians, and families to ensure inclusive and patient-centered care and foster a supportive and respectful environment for all individuals involved in the healthcare process.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education

• Required: Associates Degree in one or more of the following: Radiology Technology, Respiratory Therapy, sanctioned Cardiovascular Technology Program, an Allied Health Degree or relevant Life/Health Sciences Degree; OR a sanctioned Paramedic Program; OR A High School diploma may be considered with a minimum of four years of full-time experience as an Electrophysiology Specialist with a current RCES or RCIS certification.

Experience

• Required: 2 years of experience in Electrophysiology, Radiology Technical, Respiratory Therapy, Paramedic Experience, or Cath Lab clinical experience.

Licensure/Certification/Listing

• Required: Current Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist (RCIS) or Registered Cardiac Electrophysiology Specialist (RCES) through CCI Cardiovascular Credentialing International. If not, must obtain certification within 24 months of hire in the EP/Cath lab (required for continued employment in the EP/Cath Lab). Basic Life Support (BLS) or Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) through American Red Cross or AHA Healthcare Provide. Must Obtain ACLS within 6 months of hire.