Electrophysiology Technologist

Equiliem; Hackensack (NJ); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Vision & Dental Insurance

Life Insurance

401(k) Matching

Commuter Benefits

Employee Discounts & Rewards

Payroll Options

Job summary

Equiliem in New Jersey seeks a Cardiovascular Technologist to assist physicians with invasive cardiac and peripheral diagnostic and therapeutic procedures, including pacemaker placement and circulatory support device procedures. The role requires cath lab experience and relevant certifications.

The position features a daytime schedule with on-call duties, on-site work in Hackensack, NJ, and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Cath lab/Ep experience required.
• Graduate from accredited Cardiovascular Technologist or Radiologic Technologist program.
• Or an AS in Applied Science (AAS).

Responsibilities

• Prepare and organize equipment and sterile trays for each procedure.
• Assist procedure room team with patient monitoring preparation.
• Calibrate and test transducers for pressure readings.
• Assist physicians during diagnostic and interventional procedures.
• Operate power injector and related sterile equipment.
• Assist with vascular access and hemostasis at the access site.
• Maintain CVIS standards and manage instrument inventory.
• Participate in on-call catheterization lab duties.

Skills

Electrophysiology intra procedure map

Education

Accredited Cardiovascular Technologist program

Radiologic Technologist program

Associate degree in Applied Science (AAS)

Job description

Job Summary

The Cardiovascular Technologist will assist physicians with all invasive cardiac, peripheral diagnostic and therapeutic procedures including temporary and permanent pacemaker placement. In addition, the Cardiovascular Technologist will assist with circulatory support devices as indicated (e.g., IABP and Impella).

Job Responsibilities

• Prepares and organizes specific equipment and sterile tray for each procedure.
• Assists procedure room team with the positioning and preparation of patient monitoring.
• Calibrates and tests transducers for accurate pressure readings.
• Assists physicians throughout diagnostic, and/or all interventional procedures.
• Loads and operates power injector and associated sterile support equipment.
• Maneuvers the table controls for physicians, as requested. Radiology Technologist (RT) only maneuvers fluoroscopy as requested.
• Calibrates hemodynamic monitoring equipment and obtains, calculates, and analyzes all hemodynamic data assembled during the procedure, including computerized ventriculography data and valve area.
• Calculates and records cardiac output and oximetry readings.
• Utilizes and maintains the required standards for the operation of digital cine technologies including protocols for storage and retrieval of patient's images and hemodynamic records.
• Assists with vascular access, sheath removal and hemostatic closure devices while maintaining hemostasis at the access site.
• Assists in management of inventory control, maintenance of PAR levels and preparation of required equipment for each procedure.
• Adheres to practice requirements related to Clinical Cardiovascular Information Systems (CVIS).
• Operates equipment safely: Prepares and cares for equipment, returns supplies as necessary.
• Participates in the catheterization lab on call responsibilities as per the organizational policy and procedure.
• Application of radial access banding while maintaining hemostasis at the access site.
• Recognizes and interprets all cardiac arrhythmias.
• Assists with maintenance, calibration and routine periodic evaluation of all diagnostic and technical equipment.

Schedule

11AM - 7:30PM or 9AM - 7:30PM. 5x8hr or 4x10s. Weekends as needed. Holidays as needed. ON CALL REQUIRED.

Experience

Cath lab/Ep required

Skills

• Knowledge of electrophysiology intra procedure mapping, ablation, implant devices, required sterile scrub technique

Education Requirement

Required Education:

• Graduate of an accredited Cardiovascular Technologist program.
• OR Graduate of a Radiologic Technologist program.
• OR Associates degree in Applied Science (AAS).

Required Certifications & Licensure

• AHA BLS.
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support certification within 3 months of employment.
• Within 1 year of hire must have successfully passed RCIS exam given by CCI or Radiologic Technologist License.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

Required Skills & Experience:

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient computer skills that may include but are not limited to Microsoft Office and/or Google Suite platform.

Certifications & Licenses

• ACLS - AHA
• BLS - AHA
• RCIS (Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist)

Benefits

We offer a comprehensive benefits package to our employees, which includes:

• Medical Insurance
• Vision & Dental Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Matching 401(k)
• Commuter Benefits
• Employee Discounts & Rewards
• Payroll Payment Options

EEO Employer

Equiliem is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination based on race, color, religion, creed, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Equiliem will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law. If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation in using our website for a search or application, please contact our Employee Services Department at [email protected] or [phone].