Electrophysiology Specialist
About The Position
Sentara Heart Hospital, part of Sentara Norfolk General Hospital, is hiring an Electrophysiology Specialist in Norfolk, Virginia. This full-time, day-shift position follows a six-week scheduling cycle. Department hours are 6:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with minimal call required for holiday coverage. A sign-on bonus of up to $15,000 is available for qualified candidates. The Cardiac Cath/EP department has five catheterization labs and one minor procedure room. Services include diagnostic catheterizations, coronary interventions, structural heart procedures such as TAVR and MitraClip implantation, transesophageal echocardiograms, loop recorder implantations, and electrophysiology procedures including advanced mapping and ablation. The department has four dedicated EP labs, typically performing four to five cases per lab daily. Most procedures use moderate sedation, with anesthesia support available. The multidisciplinary team includes approximately 80 professionals and offers cross-training across roles and departmental functions, supporting professional growth and coordinated, high-quality patient care. Candidates must have a high school diploma or equivalent and BLS certification. ACLS is required within 90 days of hire. Registration as a Registered Cardiac Electrophysiology Specialist (RCES) or Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist (RCIS), or eligibility for the applicable registry, is required. One year of experience is preferred; invasive procedure, EP lab, and implanted device experience are also preferred. The hourly base pay range for full-time employment is $38.66–$62.82. Additional compensation may include shift differentials, on-call pay, overtime, shift premiums, extra-shift incentives, or bonuses. Compensation varies based on qualifications, experience, location, market conditions, and business needs.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- BLS certification.
- ACLS certification within 90 days of hire.
- Registered Cardiac Electrophysiology Specialist (RCES) or Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist (RCIS), or eligible for the applicable registry.
Nice To Haves
- Trade school graduate or bachelor's degree preferred.
- One year of experience preferred.
- Invasive procedure experience preferred.
- EP lab experience preferred.
- Implanted device experience preferred.
Responsibilities
- Provide electrophysiology services, including work involving advanced mapping and ablation.
- Support safe, high-quality patient care and smooth operations across cardiac service lines.
- Participate in cross-training across roles and departmental functions.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision plans
- Life and disability insurance
- 401(k)/403(b) with employer match
- Paid time off, including vacation, sick time, and holidays
- Paid parental and military leave
- Adoption, fertility, and surrogacy reimbursement up to $10,000
- Family caregiver leave
- Emergency backup care
- Critical illness plans
- Tuition assistance of up to $5,250 per year and discounted educational opportunities
- Student debt pay down of up to $10,000
- Pet insurance
- Legal resources plan
- Potential annual discretionary bonus, subject to eligibility criteria
- Potential sign-on bonus up to $15,000 for qualified candidates
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
