Interventional Technologist (EP) / Electrophysiology (Per Diem)

Hartford HealthCare Medical Group; Bridgeport (CT); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking healthcare organization where every moment matters. As an Interventional Technologist, you will play a vital role in electrophysiology procedures, ensuring patient safety and comfort while assisting physicians. This position offers the opportunity to work in a dynamic environment with a focus on professional development and cutting-edge technology. You will be part of a team dedicated to delivering exceptional care and improving patient outcomes. If you are passionate about making a difference in healthcare, this is your moment to shine.

Benefits

Competitive benefits program

Career development opportunities

Work/life balance initiatives

Qualifications

• Licensed Radiology Technician credentialed from Connecticut Department of Public Health.
• Graduate of an accredited Radiology Technology or Cardiac Electrophysiology program.

Responsibilities

• Facilitates setup and development of electrophysiology lab equipment.
• Assists physician in instrumentation and recording activities during procedures.
• Educates patients on procedures' expectations before, during, and after.

Skills

Electrophysiology procedures

Patient education

Equipment troubleshooting

Cardiac arrhythmias diagnosis

Team collaboration

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Radiology Technology program

Cardiac Electrophysiology program

Tools

Electrophysiology lab equipment

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.

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.

Job Summary:

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

Responsibilities:

• Facilitates all aspects of setup 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 scheduling outpatient visits and inpatient procedures, and coordinating necessary clinical objectives prior to procedures.
• 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 on procedures' expectations before, during, and after the procedure.
• Acts as a resource and provides mentoring to new staff.
• Maintains a safe environment and 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 for receiving, transporting, and stocking IV fluids, ensuring they are safe, secure, and not expired.

Qualifications

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

• Licensed Radiology Technician credentialed from the Connecticut Department of Public Health obtained prior to hire or transfer.
• Radiologic Technologist specializing in Radiography credentialed from the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) obtained prior to hire or transfer.
• One or more of the following:
• Certified Heart Saver AED credentialed from the American Heart Association (AHA) obtained prior to hire or transfer.
• Certified Heart Saver AED credentialed from the American Red Cross obtained prior to hire or transfer.

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.

We take great care of careers. 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. We provide a competitive benefits program to ensure work/life balance. Every moment matters. And this is your moment.