Electrophysiology Lab Technologist | EP Lab | Part-time

UF Health; Saint Augustine (FL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization is seeking an Electrophysiology Lab Tech to provide care in the EP lab. Responsibilities include assisting physicians, educating patients, ensuring safety during procedures, and maintaining equipment functions. The ideal candidate must possess an Associates Degree in a relevant field, plus necessary state certifications and a minimum of five years of experience as an EP Technologist. Additional certifications such as BLS and ACLS are also required within specified timeframes.

Qualifications

• Associates degree in relevant fields such as Radiologic or Cardiovascular Technology.
• At least five years of experience as an EP technologist may substitute for educational requirements.
• Florida Certified Radiologic Technologist and Registered Respiratory Therapist licenses required.

Responsibilities

• Assists physician during procedures to provide necessary support.
• Educates patients about their procedures effectively.
• Ensures patient safety and comfort with adequate preparation.

Skills

Patient education

Equipment operation

Sterile technique

Documentation

Education

Associates Degree in Radiologic Technology, Cardiovascular Technology or Respiratory Therapy

Job description

Overview

The Electrophysiology Lab Tech provides appropriate care in the EP lab. Circulates, scrubs and records diagnostic and interventional procedures. Operates appropriate medical equipment and software. This position also interacts professionally with customers and staff.

Responsibilities

• Assists physician as necessary to provide support during all procedures.
• Educates patient regarding pending procedure and answers all questions and concerns to the patient’s satisfaction.
• Ensures patient safety and comfort with regards to table pads and back support in preparation for procedure. =
• Ensures all pertinent documentation is complete prior to start of procedure.
• Utilizes appropriate sterile techniques to prevent contamination and transfer of infections.
• Stays abreast on all equipment functions and associated precautions and hazards of all equipment used. Provides necessary support to maintain proper equipment function.
• Performs all other duties as assigned by management within job scope.

Qualifications

Education / Training

• Associates Degree in either Radiologic Technology, Cardiovascular Technology Program, or Respiratory Therapy

Experience Requirements

• In lieu of education requirements, a minimum of five(5) years experience as an EP Technologist

Certificates / Licenses / Registration

• FL Certified Radiologic Technologist license
• FL Registered Respiratory Therapist license with valid American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)
• Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist (RCIS) Certification
• Specialist (RCES) Certification (Required within 12 months of hire if no degree in the applicable fields Advanced
• Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
• Basic Life Support (BLS)

Preferences

American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) Certification preferred.

Additional Information

Certification as a Cardiovascular Technologist (CVT) OR Florida License as Radiology Technologist (RT)

BLS provided by the American Heart Association (AHA), required within 30 days of hire.

ACLS provided by the American Heart Association (AHA), required within 90 days of hire.