Cardiac Electrophysiology (EP) Technologist

About the role

Performs the duties of a cardiac technologist: invasive cardiac and peripheral vascular diagnostic and interventional procedures and electrophysiology procedures using sophisticated imaging, hemodynamic monitoring and recording equipment to assess and treat cardiac and peripheral vascular disease.

Monitors, records, and analyzes the patient's electrocardiogram (EKG) and intracardiac pressures. Assists medical team with sterile procedures. Operates the X-ray equipment and other equipment in the laboratory. Runs blood samples and obtains sterile supplies when needed. Works with all ages from newborn to geriatric patients.

Dedicated to electrophysiology (EP) procedures, related protocols, and related technological devices, i.e. pacemakers, implantable cardioverter defibrillator (ICDs), biventricular pacemaker (BiV).

Ensures the highest quality of care to patients with rhythm disturbances providing advanced care to patients with cardiac arrhythmias including conduction disorders. Possesses expertise in understanding pharmacologic options to treat patients. Possesses a thorough knowledge of cardiac anatomy, physiology, hemodynamic principles, X-Ray techniques, and emergent and routine cardiac care.

Updates self and staff regarding EP protocols. Works with growth and development needs of unique client populations including children to geriatrics.

Responsibilities

• Performs invasive cardiac and peripheral vascular diagnostic and interventional procedures and electrophysiology procedures using sophisticated imaging, hemodynamic monitoring and recording equipment to assess and treat cardiac and peripheral vascular disease.
• Maintains sterile conditions during medical procedures.
• Operates X-ray equipment and other laboratory equipment.
• Runs blood samples and obtains sterile supplies as needed.
• Works with patients of all ages, from newborn to geriatric.
• Assists medical team with sterile procedures.
• Updates self and staff regarding EP protocols.

Requirements

• Associate’s degree in Cardiovascular Technology or equivalent experience is required.
• Expertise in understanding pharmacologic options to treat patients.
• Knowledge in electrophysiology and cardiovascular technology including pharmacology and advanced cardiac rhythm management.
• Registered Cardiac Electrophysiology Specialist (RCES) registry through Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI) is required within 18 months of hire.
• Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist (RCIS) through CCI is preferred.
• Advanced cardiovascular life support (ACLS) preferred and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) if applicable to position.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in Cardiovascular Technology or equivalent experience is required.
• Expertise in understanding pharmacologic options to treat patients.
• Thorough knowledge of cardiac anatomy, physiology, hemodynamic principles, X-Ray techniques, and emergent and routine cardiac care.
• Ability to work with growth and development needs of unique client populations including children to geriatrics.

Skills

• Understanding of pharmacologic options to treat patients.
• Thorough knowledge of cardiac anatomy, physiology, hemodynamic principles, X-Ray techniques, and emergent and routine cardiac care.
• Ability to work with growth and development needs of unique client populations including children to geriatrics.

Benefits

Sanford offers an attractive benefits package for qualifying full-time and part-time employees. Depending on eligibility, a variety of benefits include health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan, work/life balance benefits, and a generous time off package to maintain a healthy home-work balance.

Pay

$34.00 - $49.50 per hour

Schedule

Full time, 8 hours per day, Monday - Friday, 7:30am - 3:30pm.

Benefits

Depending on eligibility, a variety of benefits include health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan, work/life balance benefits, and a generous time off package to maintain a healthy home-work balance.

Contact Information

If you have any questions, please contact Sanford at talent@sanfordhealth.org or call 1-877-673-0854.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Sanford is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, or any characteristic protected by law.