Electrophysiology Technician

UChicago Medicine•Chicago, IL

10h•$44 - $49•Onsite

About The Position

UChicago Medicine is seeking an Electrophysiology Technician to join our Procedural Electrophysiology team at our Hyde Park location. In this role, you will work alongside electrophysiologists, nurses, and other clinical professionals to support advanced cardiac procedures, including cardiac ablations, pacemaker and defibrillator implantation, cardioversion, and complex arrhythmia evaluation. This is an opportunity to apply your cardiovascular procedural experience in an academic medical center while continuing to develop specialized electrophysiology skills.

Requirements

One to two years of experience in an invasive cardiac procedure laboratory, such as Cardiac Catheterization or Electrophysiology.
Three or more years of full-time experience in cardiovascular medicine.
Strong understanding of cardiovascular anatomy and physiology.
Ability to work with specialized invasive cardiac equipment.
Current CPR and ACLS certifications.

Nice To Haves

Electrophysiology laboratory experience.
Registered Cardiac Electrophysiology Specialist (RCES) certification.

Responsibilities

Assist physicians during invasive electrophysiology procedures, including pacemaker and ICD implantation.
Prepare sterile instruments and equipment and assist with scrubbing, circulating, and recording responsibilities.
Set up and operate EP recording systems, programmable stimulators, and cardiac ablation equipment.
Support procedures involving radiofrequency and cryoablation technology.
Develop proficiency with three-dimensional cardiac mapping systems.
Assist with fluoroscopy, catheter placement, and cardiac device procedures.
Support ultrasound setup and procedural imaging.
Participate in training related to cardiac device interrogation and programming.
Collaborate with the multidisciplinary team to promote safe, efficient procedural care.