Interventional Radiologic Technologist (AART) / Electrophysiology (Per Diem)

Hartford HealthCare; Bridgeport (CT); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition Reimbursement

40% tuition discounts for dependents

On-the-job training in a teaching hosp

Career advancement opportunities

Free parking

401k with company match

Job summary

Hartford HealthCare’s St. Vincent’s Medical Center in Bridgeport seeks an Interventional Technologist/EP Specialist to support EP procedures, data management, and patient coordination. The role requires CT licensure and ARRT radiography credentials, with AED credentials welcomed.

Expect a Monday–Friday 10-hour shift, in a teaching hospital with career growth opportunities. You will assist physicians in EP studies, device interrogations, and patient education while upholding safety and regulatory

Qualifications

• Licensed Radiology Technician credentialed from the Connecticut Department of Public Health.
• Radiologic Technologist specializing in Radiography credentialed from the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT).
• Certified Heart Saver AED credentialed from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross.

Responsibilities

• Facilitates all aspects of set up and development including EP lab equipment functionality and troubleshooting. Facilitates Tilt Table Testing.
• Assists physicians in instrumentation, pacing and recording activities during EP procedures and ensures proper data recording/storage.
• Performs device interrogation of inpatients and post-operative devices.
• Coordinates patient care between physicians and outpatient/inpatient services; schedules visits and procedures.
• Assists physicians in diagnosing and treating cardiac arrhythmias in EP settings, including ablations and device implants.
• Educates patients about procedures before/during/after.
• Mentors new staff and maintains a safe environment with regulatory compliance.
• Rotates through shift roles and supports professional development.

Skills

ARRT Radiography

Licensed Radiology Technician

AED credential

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Radiology Technology or Cardiac Electrophysiology program

Minimum two years related experience

Advanced ECG interpretation with EP mapping (preferred)

Job description

Location Detail:

St Vincents Medical Center (10427)

Shift Detail:

ARRT certified interventional technologist, Monday-Friday, 10 hr shift, no call no weekends/holidays

Interventional Technologist/Electrophysiology Specialist (EP) / Electrophysiology

Work where every moment matters.

About the role

Every day, more than 40,000 Hartford HealthCare colleagues come to work with one thing in common: Pride in what we do, knowing every moment matters here. We invite you to become part of Connecticut’s most comprehensive healthcare network.

St. Vincent’s Medical Center in Bridgeport has more than 3,200 employees. It includes a 473-bed community teaching hospital, a 76-bed inpatient psychiatric facility in Westport, a large multispecialty provider group, and special needs services for adults and children. St. Vincent’s is the first hospital in Fairfield County to be integrated into the Hartford HealthCare network and is the system’s second-largest hospital.

HHC Offers

• Tuition Reimbursement up to $5,250.00 after six months of employment and up to 40% tuition discounts with partnering institutions for colleagues AND dependents.
• Partnership with equipment manufacturers allowing for new equipment with state-of-the-art features.
• On-the-job training in a teaching hospital that offers a great learning environment.
• Opportunities for career advancement.
• Free parking.
• Generous Paid Time Off, 401k with company match and so much more.

Job Summary

• Performs functions prior to, during and following electrophysiology procedures.

Responsibilities

• Facilitates all aspects of set up and development including responsibility and functionality of all electrophysiology (EP) lab equipment and troubleshooting equipment technical problems. Facilitates and provides Tilt Table Testing.
• Assists physician in instrumentation, pacing and recording activities during EP procedures and facilitates proper recording and storage of data.
• Performs device interrogation of inpatients and post-operative device interrogation.
• Functions as coordinator and patient liaison between physicians and outpatient clinical care, including direct involvement in patient relations. Schedules outpatient visits and inpatient procedures including coordinating necessary clinical objectives prior to procedure.
• Assists physicians in diagnosing and treating cardiac arrhythmias in an invasive procedure arena, specializing in the care of patients undergoing EP studies, device implantation and ablations.
• Educates patients of procedures expectations before, during and after the procedure.
• Acts as a resource and provides mentoring to new staff.
• Maintains a safe environment. Ensures compliance with current regulatory requirements.
• Functions in all roles rotating during the shift as defined.
• Participates in activities for professional development and maintains required clinical knowledge, technical skills, training and credentials.
• Performs all duties in a manner that promotes team concepts and reflects the organization's mission and philosophy.
• Other Duties as assigned.
• Follows safe guidelines and limitations for receiving, transporting, and stocking of intravenous (IV) fluids as related to specified essential job duties. Ensures that intravenous (IV) fluids are kept safe and secure, have not been tampered with and are not expired. Intravenous (IV) fluids are defined as solutions containing 5 % dextrose, 0.9 % sodium chloride or combinations of these two solutions.

Qualifications

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

Required Credential(s)

• Licensed Radiology Technician credentialed from the Connecticut Department of Public Health obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.
• Radiologic Technologist specializing in Radiography credentialed from the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.

One Or More Of The Following

• Certified Heart Saver AED credentialed from the American Heart Association (AHA) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.
• Certified Heart Saver AED credentialed from the American Red Cross obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.

Education

• High School Diploma/GED.
• Graduate of an accredited Radiology Technology or Cardiac Electrophysiology program required.
• Minimum of two years related experience required.
• Preferred: Competency in Advanced ECG interpretation with EP mapping and ablation system.

Company Culture

We take great care of careers.

With locations around the state, Hartford HealthCare offers exciting opportunities for career development and growth. Here, you are part of an organization on the cutting edge – helping to bring new technologies, breakthrough treatments and community education to countless men, women and children. We know that a thriving organization starts with thriving employees-- we provide a competitive benefits program designed to ensure work/life balance. Every moment matters. And this is your moment.