CV/EP Technician East Bank
Job Overview
Fairview Health Services is hiring a Cardiovascular Electrophysiology (CV/EP) Technician to join their Cardiac Cath Lab team at the University of Minnesota Medical Center - East Bank in Minneapolis, MN. They are offering a $5,000 sign-on bonus.
About the Role
The University of Minnesota Medical Center – East Bank specializes in advanced catheter-based and structural heart procedures. The CV/EP Tech supports complex cardiac interventions in a high-acuity environment, working closely with integrated cardiovascular units and advanced imaging services.
Responsibilities
- Operate monitor/recording equipment in all cardiac cath lab procedures.
- Able to electrically and mechanically balance and calibrate pressure transducers and amplifiers in all rooms.
- Troubleshoots and corrects ECG tracing problems.
- Operates tableside C-arm controls.
- Insures all POC testing equipment is maintained according to established standards.
- Applies prescribed three major principles of radiation safety at all times.
- Collects, assesses, and maintains patient data:
- Enters patient demographics into both monitoring and x-ray equipment.
- Records all patient and monitor data on event log according to established guidelines.
- Archives procedure to CD-Rom.
- Enters all data into computer system for accurate billing and patient procedure history.
- Reduces all right and left heart data to basic form for physician interpretation and reporting.
- Assesses and documents pulses distal to catheter insertion site pre- and post-surgical.
- Recognizes rhythms and sudden hemodynamic changes.
- Assists invasive cardiologist with all invasive coronary procedures:
- Ability to scrub in all procedures in diagnostic and Interventional Cardiac Cath Lab and EP.
- Proficient in patient preparation and sterile tray set up.
- Assists the cardiologist with required catheter and wire manipulation while maintaining the required sterile technique.
- Completes all other Core EP duties:
- Operates monitor/recorder and intracardiac simulator for EP studies.
- Operates RF Ablation equipment.
- With use of computer, draw and calculate LV grams to include ejection fraction and stroke volume.
- Maintains monitoring for EP studies/ablations, integrating use of EP mapping systems.
Requirements
- 2 years CVT and/or EP experience.
- CPR Registered.
- Radiologic Technologist (RTR) (Upon hire, or within 3 months of orientation).
- Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist (RCIS) (Upon hire, or within 3 months of orientation).
- Registered Cardiac Electrophysiology Specialist (RCES) (Upon hire, or within 3 months of orientation).
Qualifications
- Registered Cardiographic Technician (RCC) or equivalent.
- Current CPR certification.
- Current ACLS certification.
- Current PALS certification.
- Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
Skills
- Excellent communication skills.
- Strong attention to detail.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Knowledge of cardiac catheterization and electrophysiology procedures.
- Experience with medical equipment and technology.
Benefits
Fairview offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision plans, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability insurance, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, retirement, early access to earned wages, and more!
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Pay
Compensation within the posted range may be determined by various factors, including skills, knowledge, relevant education, experience, and market conditions. Additionally, our organization prioritizes pay equity and considers internal team equity when making any offer.
Schedule
This is a full-time position (1.0 FTE, 80 hours per two-week pay period) with 10-hour day shifts from 7:30 AM to 6:00 PM. The role includes rotating weekend call approximately every fourth weekend, with call beginning at 6:00 PM on Friday and ending at 7:30 AM on Monday. 30 minute response time for call. Scheduling may vary based on staffing needs.