EP Lab Technologist

Heart Hospital of Austin; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading healthcare provider as an EP Lab Technologist, where your expertise will contribute to exceptional patient care in a state-of-the-art facility. This role involves providing a safe environment for cardiac procedures, assisting physicians, and ensuring the highest standards of patient monitoring. With a commitment to professional growth, the Heart Hospital of Austin offers comprehensive benefits and a supportive work culture. Be part of an organization that prioritizes innovation in cardiovascular care and invests in your future. If you're passionate about making a difference in patients' lives, this opportunity is for you!

Benefits

Comprehensive Medical Coverage

401(k) Plan with Matching

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Education Assistance

Paid Time Off

Free Counseling Services

Flexible Spending Accounts

Referral Services

Consumer Discounts

Employee Health Assistance Fund

Qualifications

• 2+ years in Electrophysiology or Cardiac Cath Lab preferred.
• Graduate of Cardiovascular or Radiologic Technology program.

Responsibilities

• Ensure safe patient care during cardiac procedures.
• Assist physicians and monitor patient conditions throughout procedures.

Skills

Radiation Safety

Patient Monitoring

Sterile Technique

Data Entry on Monitoring Systems

Fluoroscopy/Angiography Positioning

Education

Cardiovascular Technologist Program

Radiologic Technology Program

Tools

EP Hemodynamic Monitoring System

X-ray Camera

Job description

Description

Introduction

Last year our HCA Healthcare colleagues invested over 156,000 hours volunteering in our communities. As a(an) EP Lab Technologist with Heart Hospital of Austin you can be a part of an organization that is devoted to giving back!

Benefits

Heart Hospital of Austin offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career, and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:

• Comprehensive medical coverage that covers many common services at no cost or for a low copay. Plans include prescription drug and behavioral health coverage as well as free telemedicine services and free AirMed medical transportation.
• Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long-term care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance, and more.
• Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical, and financial wellbeing.
• 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service).
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 10% off HCA Healthcare stock.
• Family support through fertility and family building benefits with Progyny and adoption assistance.
• Referral services for child, elder, and pet care, home and auto repair, event planning, and more.
• Consumer discounts through Abenity and Consumer Discounts.
• Retirement readiness, rollover assistance services, and preferred banking partnerships.
• Education assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships).
• Colleague recognition program.
• Time Away From Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage, and leaves of absence).
• Employee Health Assistance Fund that offers free employee-only coverage to full-time and part-time colleagues based on income.

Learn more about Employee Benefits

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

Would you like to unlock your potential with a leading healthcare provider dedicated to the growth and development of our colleagues? Join the Heart Hospital of Austin family! We will give you the tools and resources you need to succeed in our organization. We are looking for an enthusiastic EP Lab Technologist to help us reach our goals. Unlock your potential!

Job Summary and Qualifications

As an Electrophysiology Lab Technologist (EP Tech), you are responsible for providing a safe patient care environment that aids in the diagnosis and treatment of patients experiencing cardiac procedures. You will maintain and operate the physiological systems, assist physicians during the procedures, and perform unit-based activities, which contribute to a positive and professional work environment.

• You will demonstrate familiarity with the basics of radiation/radiation safety.
• You will position x-ray camera for fluoroscopy/angiography.
• You will pan table to accurately visualize requested/appropriate views.
• You will perform daily checks to ensure proper equipment function.
• You will demonstrate sterile technique for handling sterile instruments/supplies.
• You will proficiently enter data on EP Hemodynamic Monitoring system.
• You will assist with monitoring patient condition throughout procedure including, but not limited to rhythm, vital signs, response to interventions, and art lines.
• You will document required procedure steps, supplies used, and patient condition into medical record throughout case.
• You will communicate with the Circulating nurse supplies used for patient charge ticket and verify accuracy.
• You will monitor patients in holding area as assigned.
• You will proficiently remove sheaths and hold pressure to achieve hemostasis.
• You will demonstrate proficiency with equipment in EP Lab.

Job Requirements

Experience

* Two years Electrophysiology or Cardiac Cath Lab experience performing both diagnostic and interventional procedures – preferred.

Education

* Graduate of Cardiovascular Technologist program OR Radiologic Technology program.

Licenses and Certifications

* If Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist (RCIS): Required within 6 months OR If Radiologic Technologist: Certified through Texas Medical Board and registered with American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (ARRT): Required upon hire.

* BLS Certification as per St. David’s Healthcare policy.

* ACLS Certification as per St. David’s Healthcare policy.

Heart Hospital of Austin, a proud member of St. Davids HealthCare, stands as a leading 72-bed facility renowned for its exceptional performance in cardiovascular care. Specializing in the diagnosis and treatment of cardiovascular disease, the hospital provides a comprehensive 24-hour emergency department to address urgent health needs. With innovative programs like the Executive Wellness Program and the Advanced Heart Failure Program, including cutting-edge therapies such as extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) and the left ventricular assist device (LVAD), patients receive world-class treatment. Boasting six operating rooms—three of which are hybrid—alongside three catheterization labs and expert electrophysiology services, Heart Hospital of Austin is equipped to handle complex cardiovascular cases effectively. With an impressive track record as a 12-year recipient of Meratives (formerly PINC AI) 50 Top Cardiovascular Hospitals award and recognition from Healthgrades as Texas's No. 1 cardiac program for six consecutive years, the hospital is a beacon of excellence. Additionally, it hosts one of the largest non-academic cardiovascular research programs globally, solidifying its commitment to advancing heart health for patients everywhere.

HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times. In recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated 3.7 billion in cost for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses.

"There is so much good to do in the world and so many different ways to do it."- Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr.
HCA Healthcare Co-Founder

Be a part of an organization that invests in you! We are reviewing applications for our EP Lab Technologist opening. Qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews. Submit your application and help us raise the bar in patient care!

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.