Interventional Radiologic Technologist (AART) / Electrophysiology (Per Diem)

Hartford Healthcare • Bridgeport, CT

13d • Onsite

About The Position

The Interventional Radiologic Technologist / Electrophysiology Specialist performs functions before, during, and after electrophysiology procedures at St. Vincent’s Medical Center. The role supports physicians in diagnosing and treating cardiac arrhythmias, including care for patients undergoing electrophysiology studies, device implantation, and ablations. It also includes EP lab equipment setup and troubleshooting, pacing and recording support, patient education, device interrogation, outpatient coordination, mentoring, and maintaining a safe, compliant environment.

St. Vincent’s Medical Center is part of Hartford HealthCare, Connecticut’s comprehensive healthcare network. The Bridgeport medical center has more than 3,200 employees and includes a 473-bed community teaching hospital, a 76-bed inpatient psychiatric facility in Westport, a multispecialty provider group, and services for adults and children with special needs.

Requirements

• Connecticut Department of Public Health Licensed Radiology Technician credential, obtained before hire or job transfer.
• American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) credential in Radiography, obtained before hire or job transfer.
• Certified Heart Saver AED credential from either the American Heart Association or the American Red Cross, obtained before hire or job transfer.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Graduation from an accredited Radiology Technology or Cardiac Electrophysiology program.
• At least two years of related experience.

Nice To Haves

• Competency in advanced ECG interpretation with an EP mapping and ablation system.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate setup and development of the electrophysiology lab, including responsibility for EP equipment functionality and troubleshooting technical problems.
• Facilitate and provide Tilt Table Testing.
• Assist physicians with instrumentation, pacing, and recording activities during EP procedures, and facilitate proper recording and storage of data.
• Perform device interrogation for inpatients and post-operative patients.
• Coordinate and serve as a patient liaison between physicians and outpatient clinical care, including involvement in patient relations.
• Schedule outpatient visits and inpatient procedures and coordinate necessary clinical objectives before procedures.
• Assist physicians in diagnosing and treating cardiac arrhythmias in an invasive procedure setting, including care for patients undergoing EP studies, device implantation, and ablations.
• Educate patients about what to expect before, during, and after procedures.
• Act as a resource and mentor new staff.
• Maintain a safe environment and ensure compliance with current regulatory requirements.
• Rotate through all roles during the shift as defined.
• Participate in professional development activities and maintain required clinical knowledge, technical skills, training, and credentials.
• Perform duties in a manner that promotes teamwork and reflects the organization’s mission and philosophy.
• Follow safety guidelines and limitations for receiving, transporting, and stocking specified IV fluids; ensure fluids are secure, untampered with, and unexpired.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Tuition reimbursement up to $5,250 after six months of employment.
• Up to 40% tuition discounts with partnering institutions for colleagues and dependents.
• On-the-job training in a teaching hospital learning environment.
• Career advancement opportunities.
• Free parking.
• Generous paid time off.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Competitive benefits program designed to support work/life balance.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: High school or GED