Electrophysiology Technologist I - Cath Lab - York Hospital - Full-Time - Day

Wellspan Health • York, PA

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About The Position

Provides technical support and assistance to the physician during Electrophysiology procedures. Performs scrub, hemodynamic monitoring, stimming, and circulating with all Electrophysiology procedures using clinical knowledge, technical skills, and professional judgement in accordance with professional and departmental standards and protocols. Provides care, assessment prior, during and post-procedural instruction to patients. Prepares and maintains all pertinent information related to procedures.

Requirements

• Certificate program in a health science (includes, but not limited to, cardiovascular technology, radiologic technology, Licensed Practical Nurse or Nurse.)
• Associates Degree in a health science (includes, but not limited to, cardiovascular technology, radiologic technology, Licensed Practical Nurse, or Nurse.)
• Less than 1 year relevant experience.
• 1 year Electrophysiology and/or Cath Lab experience or graduate of an accredited school of Cardiovascular Technology.
• Registered Cardiac Electrophysiology Specialist within 2 years.
• Registered Cardiac Invasive Specialist within 2 years.
• Registered Technologist-Radiography - ARRT within 2 years.
• Basic Life Support Upon Hire.
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support Upon Hire.

Nice To Haves

• Degree from an accredited school of Cardiac Electrophysiology.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates proficiency in relevant radiation safety.
• Monitors and assesses clinical status of patient.
• Monitors and manages cardiovascular hemodynamics.
• Practices within the scope of Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) protocols when administering emergency care.
• Advises patient care team and cares for patients appropriately.
• Demonstrates proficiency with the setup and operation of all equipment associated with cardiac electrophysiology procedures.
• Demonstrates a thorough understanding and working knowledge of normal and abnormal anatomy, physiology, radiation safety, interventional supplies and equipment operation.
• Recognizes and resolves equipment problems and discrepancies.
• Anticipates patient needs and concerns and communicates the appropriate care needed.
• Demonstrates professional judgement and critical thinking.
• Scrubs in and assists physicians with procedures when necessary.
• Circulates within procedure room and procures equipment required for any given procedure.
• Operates the cardiac stimulator proficiently and independently for ablation procedures.
• Assumes late call responsibilities as required.
• Follows radiation safety policies as dictated by the NRC and York Hospital's Radiation Safety Committee.
• Properly handles and processes electronic record data and images in each respective system.
• Performs tasks and duties in the prep and recovery areas of the department.
• Attains Registered Cardiovascular Electrophysiology Specialist (RCES) certification within 3 years of hire date.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health benefits
• Flexible spending and health savings accounts
• Retirement savings plan
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Short-term disability
• Education assistance
• Financial education and support, including DailyPay
• Wellness and Wellbeing programs
• Caregiver support via Wellthy
• Childcare referral service via Wellthy

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Ambulatory Health Care Services
• Education Level: Associate degree